Huia Pinot Noir 2005

Southerly storms dropped snow in the surrounding hills in November and December, causing some crop reduction in the Pinot Noir. The summer was warm throughout February and March. The grapes flavour development was long, leisurely and very intense. Ripe clusters were hand picked and traditional fermentation techniques followed by maturation for 10 months in French oak. This wine shows an intense bouquet of dark cherry, black berry and violets. On the palate these characters meld with hints ...

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YouTube | June 12, 2009

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