Reviews & Ratings

2017 Greywacke Pinot Noir "Marlborough"

Winery: Greywacke

Vintage: 2017

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Marlborough"

Wine Category: Pinot Noir

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Marlborough

State or country: New Zealand

Price: $39

Cases produced: 750

KWG Score: 89.5 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: October 11, 2020

Wine Review: This bright red colored Pinot Noir from New Zealand opens with a smoky and musty oak bouquet with notes of raspberry in the background. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced and linear. The flavor profile is a smoky oak influenced spiced red plum and cola blend. I also detected notes of crushed stone and thyme along with hints of mocha in the aftertaste. The finish is dry and its acidity and flavors linger and last for a while after the wine is gone. This Pinot would pair well with slow cooker root beer pulled pork sandwiches. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: A seductive combination of blackberries, blueberries and sweet black plums intermingled with roasted chestnuts, cloves and dark tobacco. There were also rich and exotic with hints of lavender and rose petal. A highly perfumed, aromatic style of Marlborough Pinot with opulent fruit sweetness and a delicate smoky infusion. The palate is generous with ripe fruit, fine tannins and a delicious spicy finish.

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