Q WINE
Pinot Noir 2021 750ml
A one-in-eighty-year drought in Waitaki saw creeks run dry and pastures crack early in the spring of 2020, sending the vineyard crew racing to turn on irrigation that hadn’t been used in 15 years. The dry conditions increased frost risk and, combined with the influence of the October full moon, our Q WINE vineyard sustained some damage.
Flowering proved successful for Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris; however, cooler conditions during Chardonnay flowering reduced crop size. The drought was finally broken by a significant rain event in early January, establishing a healthy canopy across the vineyard and setting up excellent fruit. The run to harvest was aided by dry, hot ripening conditions, culminating in one of Waitaki’s earliest and finest vintages.
The signature style that runs through ‘Q’ wines is clear with this expression - aromas of mineral limestone and chalk, then scents of ripe dark cherry then vanilla, clove and wood smoke layers from barrel. Aromas and flavours of dark cherry and boysenberry, there’s a raspberry quality, plenty of structure from polished tannins and distinctive acid line. Dry, taut, definitive, balanced and lengthy, a delicious wine, still developing with best drinking from 2028 through 2036.
Cameron Douglas Master Sommelier
95 Points - Outstanding
This crimson hued Pinot Noir is delicate yet with excellent depth. Refined and elegant fruit glide along a lacy, chalky mineral line and lend a long, enticing finish.
Candice Wine Chat
94 pts
Moderately intense wine with cassis, black cherry, oyster shell, floral/rose petal, vanilla and spicy French oak. Youthful wine with good cellaring potential although the wine is accessible now.
Bob Campbell Master of Wine
94 points
Complex aromas of wild berry and vanilla, with a hint of forest floor and spice. The tannins are firm yet fresh, making this an elegant Pinot Noir.
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Tasting Notes
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Region
Waitaki Valley |
Bottle Closure Type
Screw Cap |
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Vintage
2021 |
ABV%
13.00 |
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