Sorrell Wines
Churton Pinot Noir 2023 750ml

Vineyard

This Pinot noir was sourced from Churton vineyard, a stunning elevated site located on the north-east facing hillside of the Waihopai Valley. Founded by Sam and Mandy Weaver, Churton was built on a foundation of family values and respect for the land. Long before it was fashionable, the Weaver family approached the vineyard with strong ecological values, a focus on biodiversity and adopted biodynamic principles. The vineyard is planted according to the rise and fall topography of our undulating landscape where a deep layer of clay-based loess covers the alluvial gravels.

Winemaking

The grapes were 100% handpicked and gravity fed into open top fermenters with 20% whole bunch inclusion. The skins were gently pumped over twice a day. The total time on skins was 21 days before being gently pressed off and matured in French oak for 16 months. The wine went through 100% malolactic fermentation in early spring before blending and bottling.

Tasting notes

On the nose fragrant and bright aromas of red liquorice, rose petals, dried spices, cranberries, cherries and blackberries. On the palate a core of wild strawberry and bramble fruits flavours is underpinned by silky tannins and fine acidity, with a long, crisp finish of slate and spice. This wine is concentrated but elegant.