Reviews & Ratings

2020 Innocent Bystander Pinot Noir "Central Otago"

Winery: Innocent Bystander

Vintage: 2020

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Central Otago"

Wine Category: Pinot Noir

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Central Otago

State or country: New Zealand

Price: $25

Cases produced: 3,000

KWG Score: 89.3 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: May 20, 2024

Wine Review: This brick red colored Pinot Noir from the Central Otago region of New Zealand opens with a tart cherry and cedar bouquet with a hint of raspberry. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, round and friendly. The flavor profile is a red plum and cedar blend with notes of mild loam. I also detected some hints of light pomegranate and rhubarb towards the end. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity and moderate dusty tannins are nicely sustained. This very approachable Pinot is a very good value. I would pair it with a salmon burger. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: A vibrant bouquet loaded with red and blue fruits, savory spices, and dried flowers. The palate delivers juicy black cherry and wild black berry flavors with an intriguing earthy undertone. The wine has a lovely weight and texture with polished, structured tannins and vibrant natural acidity.

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