Rippon 'Emma's Block' Mature Vine Pinot Noir

Notes of: Leather

Notes of: Raspberry

Notes of: Tobacco

Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Cedar

Notes of: Vanilla

Rippon

Rippon 'Emma's Block' Mature Vine Pinot Noir

New Zealand, Central Otago

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

0.0

Rarely Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Rippon 'Emma's Block' Mature Vine Pinot Noir is a distinguished wine from Rippon Vineyard, located in Central Otago, New Zealand. This Pinot Noir comes from a special parcel known as Emma's Block, which is situated on the east-facing escarpment above Lake Wanaka. Emma’s Block is named after the great-great-great grandmother, through whom the name entered into the family. The mature vines, rooted in schist and gravel soils, benefit from the region's cool climate and long growing season, contributing to the wine's depth and complexity. The grapes were hand-picked, followed by a natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels, a portion of which are new, to enhance its structure and add subtle oak nuances.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Rippon 'Emma's Block' Mature Vine Pinot Noir is characterized by a deep ruby color and a complex bouquet of red cherries, raspberries, and plums, interwoven with floral notes, earthy undertones, and a touch of spice.On the palate, it is elegant and refined, with silky tannins, vibrant acidity, and layers of red fruit, forest floor, and mineral flavors. The finish is long and harmonious, reflecting the unique terroir of Central Otago.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2059

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Pinot Noir

ORIGINS

Winery: Rippon

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.

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