Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir 2016
SKU: 87066100809
750ml
$18.99
| Category | Red Wine |
| Varietal | |
| Brand | Cloudy Bay |
| Origin | New Zealand, Marlborough |
| Alcohol/vol | 13.6% |
A balanced and lively expression of Pinot Noir from the Marlborough region. Appealingly aromatic, the 2016 reveals notes of Morello cherry, bramble and dark chocolate. Fine, silky tannins and juicy acidity provide an elegant structure, with complexity coming from gently oak and woodsmoke characters. Pairs well with prosciutto on ciabatta bread and Furneaux double cream with walnuts.
Vinous
- v89
The 2016 Pinot Noir has more sophistication and depth on the nose than the 2015, offering blackberry, raspberry and wild strawberry scents and a touch of damp moss and rose petal. The edgy, taut palate is medium-bodied with a fine bead of acidity, but at the moment, it does not quite deliver the complexity that I was expecting after the impressive aromatics. Give it another year in bottle because, like the 2015, it needs more Pinot expression and more personality to come through.
Wine Enthusiast
- we88
This wine is polished and dense, offering notes of ripe cherry, ground pepper, mushroom and subtle flowers. Texturally, the mouthfeel is on the syrupy side, with the cherry fruit sitting heavily amidst a grip of spicy, chalky tannins. Drink until 2027.