Burn Cottage 'Moonlight Race' Central Otago Pinot Noir 2017
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BCPN201713 UCAU
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Burn Cottage manages its vines according to organic principles
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A generous, yet restrained Pinot Noir
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"It’s elegant yet shows off savouriness..." Mike Bennie
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1 or more bottles$64.99
Editors notes
The wine shows enticing bright fruit notes with cherry, rosehip and spice box aromas, but there are also rich earth and dark savoury notes here. The palate is one of elegance, concentration and power, while supple, harmonious tannins give wonderful persistence to the wine. Vibrant and youthful now, this wine also promises very good cellaring potential.
The ferment included 22% whole clusters, with the fruit spending an average of 18 days in the fermenter. The fruit comes from 9 Pinot Noir clones grown on 3 vineyards: Burn Cottage (21%); Northburn (20%); and Mark II (59%)
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- Earthy
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- Red Fruits
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- Cedar
- Red Cherry
- Strawberry
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Burn Cottage Vineyard
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Burn Cottage Sauvage Vineyard Pinot Noir 2018-
Bob Campbell MW97 points
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Jancis Robinson18 points
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Burn Cottage Vineyard
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Burn Cottage 'Moonlight Race' Central Otago Pinot Noir 2016-
Raymond Chan Wi18.5 points
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James Suckling93 points
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Mike Bennie93 points
$64.99
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New Zealand
The New Zealand wine industry is one of the younger wine regions in the world, whose popularity grew immensely when Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc hit the world wine scene, quite unique in style when compared to the typical French Sancerre.
Wine is successfully cultivated on both the North and South islands from a latitude of 36 degrees in the North to 45 degrees for the most southerly wine region in the world, the South Island's Central Otago. The majority of regions are located in free-draining alluvial valleys except for Waiheke Island and Kawarau Gorge in Central Otago and benefit from the moderating effect of the maritime climate as no vineyard is more than 80 miles from the ocean. With plentiful sunshine hours and cool evening sea breezes, the grapes thrive.
Sauvignon Blanc is the major white variety people will think of when you mention New Zealand Whites, however fantastic Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer and less commonly Viognier, Chenin Blanc and Pinot Blanc. Pinot Noir is the most widely planted red variety in New Zealand although Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot (Bordeaux Blends), Syrah are also grown and in even smaller amounts, Tempranillo and Montepulcianos can too be found. Sparkling wines of very high standards are also made in New Zealand.
The key wine regions in New Zealand include Auckland, Canterbury, Central Otago, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay, Marlborough and Nelson.
Central Otago
Central Otago, located at the southernmost point of the world where wine grapes are grown, is a remarkable wine-growing region that spans over 4,000 square kilometers on New Zealand’s South Island. This spectacular landscape is surrounded by rugged mountains, glacial lakes, and wide-open valleys, which have earned the region a reputation as one of the most scenic wine destinations in the world.
The region is centered around the bustling tourist hub of Queenstown, which is an ideal base to explore the many world-class wineries and vineyards that dot the countryside. The unique soils in Central Otago are characterized by heavy mineral deposits in silt loams that are unlike any other region in New Zealand, resulting in wines with distinctive flavor profiles and complex structures.
Central Otago is New Zealand's only "continental" wine-growing region, which means it experiences greater diurnal temperature fluctuations than any other region in the country. These large swings between low and high temperatures create ideal conditions for growing Pinot Noir, the flagship red varietal of the region. The long, cool, and dry autumn period also plays a significant role in producing some of the world's best Pinot Noirs, which are known for their fragrant aroma, silky texture, and true fruit intensity.
In addition to Pinot Noir, Central Otago is also renowned for its aromatic whites, particularly Riesling, which can be made in styles ranging from bone-dry to very sweet. Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, and Chardonnay are also produced to a very high standard, reflecting the region's diverse terroir and the skill of its winemakers.
Central Otago's exceptional wines have earned it a place in Jancis Robinson's top five New World wine-producing regions, cementing its status as one of the most exciting and unique wine destinations in the world. With its awe-inspiring natural beauty, welcoming wineries, and world-class wines, Central Otago is a must-visit destination for any wine lover.
About the brand Burn Cottage Vineyard
At Burn Cottage they believe in minimal intervention winemaking. Their aim is to discover the genius of the site and of the individual vineyard blocks within and to allow the wines to reveal said terroir. Burn Cottage minimize sulfur usage and avoid all additives whenever possible, including cultured yeasts, bacteria, associated nutrient products and filters. They also avoid racking whenever possible and perform their viticulture and harvesting according to lunar and celestial rhythms. Their slogan... "We are Burn Cottage and we make Pinot Noir" - and what Pinot Noir it is. Only very small quantities of their Pinots are produced and as of 2014, their range includes the Cashburn Pinot Noir, the Moonlight Race Pinot Noir and the flagship Burn Cottage Pinot Noir.You May Also Like
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