Gibbston Valley
Gibbston Valley Glenlee Pinot Noir
Red wine
4.6
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WINE DESCRIPTION
The Gibbston Valley Glenlee Pinot Noir is a meticulously crafted, single-vineyard wine from the renowned Gibbston subregion in Central Otago, New Zealand. Grown in high-density plantings, this Pinot Noir reflects the unique terroir of the Glenlee Vineyard, with its challenging alpine climate and schist soils. The wine undergoes fermentation with a portion of whole clusters, enhancing its structure and complexity, followed by aging for 10 months in French oak barrels, including a portion of new oak. Known for its quality and precision, Glenlee Pinot Noir embodies a refined, site-driven expression that showcases Gibbston Valley’s commitment to high-caliber, expressive wines.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Gibbston Valley Glenlee Pinot Noir is an exceptional wine that showcases the unique characteristics of the Gibbston Valley region in New Zealand.This Pinot Noir offers a beautiful ruby color with a medium body. On the nose, it presents an enticing bouquet of red cherries, raspberries, and hints of floral notes, such as violets. The palate is elegant and well-balanced, with flavors of ripe red fruits, subtle oak, and a touch of spice. The tannins are silky smooth, providing a velvety texture that lingers on the finish.
EXPERT RATING
4.6
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2062
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinot Noir
ORIGINS
Winery: Gibbston Valley
Region: Central Otago
Huddled in the bottom of New Zealand's South Island, Central Otago is the world's southernmost wine region. With its unique terroir, Central Otago is home to some of the country's most exciting and distinctive wines.
Central Otago's wine industry began in the late 19th century, when the first vines were planted in the region. However, it wasn't until the 1980s that the region began to gain recognition for its wines. Since then, the region has become one of New Zealand's most important wine regions, producing some of the country's most sought-after Pinot Noirs.CUSTOMER RATING
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