Gibbston Valley
Reserve Pinot Noir
Central Otago, Otago, South Island, New Zealand
On the nose, the fruits have a creamy cola quality. Black cherries, cherries, haunting blue fruits, strawberries, pomegranate, cranberries with red & pink roses and violets. The reserve is much more textured and lush than the two other Pinot's we tasted. The fruits on the palate match the nose. Heavier; clove, nutmeg, cinnamon & vanilla. Crushed rocks, dark soils, red roses & red flowers, black cherry cola, leathery, very good chalkiness & round acidity. The even finish is thicker, richer and more elegant with lifting spices that lingers on the palate. I couldn't resist using this photo I received of the view from "Rippon Estate" in the sunshine. The fog was still in during our morning visit. Additional photos of inside the "Gibbston Valley" Cellar Door.
On the nose, the fruits have a creamy cola quality. Black cherries, cherries, haunting blue fruits, strawberries, pomegranate, cranberries with red & pink roses and violets. The reserve is much more textured and lush than the two other Pinot's we tasted. The fruits on the palate match the nose. Heavier; clove, nutmeg, cinnamon & vanilla. Crushed rocks, dark soils, red roses & red flowers, black cherry cola, leathery, very good chalkiness & round acidity. The even finish is thicker, richer and more elegant with lifting spices that lingers on the palate. I couldn't resist using this photo I received of the view from "Rippon Estate" in the sunshine. The fog was still in during our morning visit. Additional photos of inside the "Gibbston Valley" Cellar Door.
May 10th, 2017
Rich and savory, needs some more time .
Rich and savory, needs some more time .
Oct 25th, 2015
Another nice Pinot Noir from Otago...although the Mornington region remains a favourite!
Another nice Pinot Noir from Otago...although the Mornington region remains a favourite!
Jan 6th, 2017Lovely aromas, rich fruits, some mushroom, lots of depth. Dark fruits on palate, some spice, hint of cocoa powder at end.
Lovely aromas, rich fruits, some mushroom, lots of depth. Dark fruits on palate, some spice, hint of cocoa powder at end.
Jul 12th, 2015Jeffrey had this 4 years ago
Jeffrey had this 4 years ago
Jan 29th, 2020
