Loveblock
Central Otago Pinot Noir
Central Otago, Otago, South Island, New Zealand
Ruby red from Central Otago, NZ, aromas of big red fruits, berries and herb spice. On the palate, fruity with cherry and berry flavors, good balance with lively acidity. Firm drying tannins, medium+ finish ending with fruit and herb character. Drink now.
Ruby red from Central Otago, NZ, aromas of big red fruits, berries and herb spice. On the palate, fruity with cherry and berry flavors, good balance with lively acidity. Firm drying tannins, medium+ finish ending with fruit and herb character. Drink now.
May 1st, 2022
Sunday night and tonight's wine is the 2018 Loveblock Pinot Noir from Central Otago, New Zealand.
On the nose there is strawberry, cranberry, cherry, cola, caramel, vanilla and a mineral dust soil component.
On the palate there is nice fruit, cranberry, cherry, raspberry, clove, herbs, mint and dusty soil.
This is a medium bodied wine that has a smooth mouth feel, medium + acidity with medium fine tannins that move right into a medium to long fresh fruit finish. Have a wonderful week ahead and please be safe. Nostrovia! š·š·š·š·
Sunday night and tonight's wine is the 2018 Loveblock Pinot Noir from Central Otago, New Zealand.
On the nose there is strawberry, cranberry, cherry, cola, caramel, vanilla and a mineral dust soil component.
On the palate there is nice fruit, cranberry, cherry, raspberry, clove, herbs, mint and dusty soil.
This is a medium bodied wine that has a smooth mouth feel, medium + acidity with medium fine tannins that move right into a medium to long fresh fruit finish. Have a wonderful week ahead and please be safe. Nostrovia! š·š·š·š·
Signed by Kim Crawford.
Signed by Kim Crawford.
Mar 21st, 2019
The 2018 Loveblock Pinot Noir comes from the mountains of Central Otago, the small Someoneās Darling Vineyard. Itās all Pinot Noir, and is one of the most restrained and elegant of that varietal that I have tasted from New Zealand. The label may say Central Otago, but the wine suggests Burgundy. Itās aged eight months in used oak barrels, hits 13.5% abv and sells for $30. The nose is light and beautiful. Crawford seemed apologetic when describing it as an odd vintage, but I think she would have more on target to be boastful.
The 2018 Loveblock Pinot Noir comes from the mountains of Central Otago, the small Someoneās Darling Vineyard. Itās all Pinot Noir, and is one of the most restrained and elegant of that varietal that I have tasted from New Zealand. The label may say Central Otago, but the wine suggests Burgundy. Itās aged eight months in used oak barrels, hits 13.5% abv and sells for $30. The nose is light and beautiful. Crawford seemed apologetic when describing it as an odd vintage, but I think she would have more on target to be boastful.
Mar 1st, 2019
I just couldnāt connect with Kimās Pinot.
I just couldnāt connect with Kimās Pinot.
2 people found it helpfulNov 12th, 2019
I typically follow WS when it comes to picking out great wines, but their 93 pts rating and tasting description is wide of the mark. It presents as a typical cool-climate pinot. Really nice brambly nose, with sandalwood and rose petals. Palate is high-pitched, with the elevated acid being the first noticeable aspect. Fruits such as pomegranate follow through to the end. Medium tannins and a light texture complete what is a clean, vibrant example. $24 for this vintage in NJ.
I rated this 88 pts, while wifey was in the 91/92 zone, so we split the difference.
I typically follow WS when it comes to picking out great wines, but their 93 pts rating and tasting description is wide of the mark. It presents as a typical cool-climate pinot. Really nice brambly nose, with sandalwood and rose petals. Palate is high-pitched, with the elevated acid being the first noticeable aspect. Fruits such as pomegranate follow through to the end. Medium tannins and a light texture complete what is a clean, vibrant example. $24 for this vintage in NJ.
I rated this 88 pts, while wifey was in the 91/92 zone, so we split the difference.
Tried on the @loveblockwine PinotNoir for the 1st time tonite. Paired it to my Gr Chile Chx Chili & the pairing was spot on!
Here's what I ā¤ļø'd about this wine: The dk lusty aromas of blk cherry, cinnamon & cassis. And the wine's fresh rspbry, mulled strwbry, dried basil, zip of licorice & textured spice box mouthfeel. Easy to drink & a fab pairing to a Sunday night in, #valentinesday & more.
What I didn't like: The pricepointš On the shelf for $37. A wine I wouldn't pay much more than $25 for. In the end, a nice lil NZ sipper, just a wee over priced.
Tried on the @loveblockwine PinotNoir for the 1st time tonite. Paired it to my Gr Chile Chx Chili & the pairing was spot on!
Here's what I ā¤ļø'd about this wine: The dk lusty aromas of blk cherry, cinnamon & cassis. And the wine's fresh rspbry, mulled strwbry, dried basil, zip of licorice & textured spice box mouthfeel. Easy to drink & a fab pairing to a Sunday night in, #valentinesday & more.
What I didn't like: The pricepointš On the shelf for $37. A wine I wouldn't pay much more than $25 for. In the end, a nice lil NZ sipper, just a wee over priced.
Itās a dark wine, and a fragrant one. Blackberry and raspberry dominate the nose with allspice, tobacco and vanilla wafting in. The palate shows plenty of freshness, great acidity, dark fruit and spices. It's a little muscular for my Pinot taste, but it carries it well. Nice tart finish. It should be a great match with roasted meat or a soft cheese.
Itās a dark wine, and a fragrant one. Blackberry and raspberry dominate the nose with allspice, tobacco and vanilla wafting in. The palate shows plenty of freshness, great acidity, dark fruit and spices. It's a little muscular for my Pinot taste, but it carries it well. Nice tart finish. It should be a great match with roasted meat or a soft cheese.
Apr 25th, 2017