A single vineyard wine from Gibbston Valley, from an excellent vintage for the sub-region. Intensely perfumed with a distinctive rose petal lift alongside ripe cherry, crushed thyme, redcurrant and rosehip cordial. Dry, tight and elegant, with moderate acidity and ripe tannins – beautifully integrated. Concentrated, densely juiced with dark red fruit flavours. Complex – layers reveal themselves as the wine evolves in the glass. A subtle savoury layer of loam and mineral elements underlying through the palate. Spiced with herbs and deeper notes of cinnamon, sumac and star anise. A deep dive into this very special, pioneering spot for Pinot. 94pts.
Gibbston Valley Glenlee Pinot Noir 2016
