SCOTT BASE 2021 - Pinot Noir - Central Otago - New Zealand
SCOTT BASE - Pinot Noir - Central Otago - New Zealand
Classic Central Otago aromatics of fresh strawberries, raspberries and wild thyme. The palate is full of primary fruits, jammy character and finishes with smooth tannins and oak sweetness
NEW ZEALAND
Central Otago
Pinot Noir
Product Description
Description
Classic Central Otago aromatics of fresh strawberries, raspberries and wild thyme. The palate is full of primary fruits, jammy character and finishes with smooth tannins and oak sweetness
How to pair it
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Meat
Pair with beef, lamb and game.
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Dessert
Pair with a dark chocolate mousse.
Accolades
Critique Review
“From a single vineyard in the Cromwell Basin. A moderately intense pinot noir with cherry, plum and pronounced mixed spices together with an influence of nutty oak supported by vibrant acidity. ”
Bob CampbellWine Facts
| Product Type | Red Wine |
|---|---|
| Grape Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Region | Central Otago |
| Country | NEW ZEALAND |
| Volume(ml) | 750 |
| Winemakers | Allan Scott |
| Producer | Scott Base Wines |
| Average age of vines | approx. 30 years (planted in 1994) |
| Harvest method | 100% hand-harvest |
| Fermentation & maceration | The Scott Base Pinot Noir is carefully picked and whole berry fermented. The wine has been made with minimal winemaking intervention. It spends 30 days on its skin to help extract colour, tannins and fruit characters. After fermentation the wine ages for 8 months in French oak barriques before being lightly racked and filtered ready for bottling. |
| Aging | 8 months in French oak barriques 100% French oak, with 30% new |
| Alcohol | 13.5% |
| Mouth Attribute | Jamy, Oaky |
| Nose Attribute | Red Berries, Spices |
| SKU | NZ32 |
Vineyard Info
Scott Base is a terraced vineyard with sandy, silty, loam soil, and sustainably managed. The vines are spur pruned and the laterals removed to encourage the vine to concentrate on fruit production.
Reviews & Ratings
Description
Classic Central Otago aromatics of fresh strawberries, raspberries and wild thyme. The palate is full of primary fruits, jammy character and finishes with smooth tannins and oak sweetness
How to pair it
-
Meat
Pair with beef, lamb and game.
-
Dessert
Pair with a dark chocolate mousse.
Critique Review
“From a single vineyard in the Cromwell Basin. A moderately intense pinot noir with cherry, plum and pronounced mixed spices together with an influence of nutty oak supported by vibrant acidity. ”
Bob Campbell| Product Type | Red Wine |
|---|---|
| Grape Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Region | Central Otago |
| Country | NEW ZEALAND |
| Volume(ml) | 750 |
| Winemakers | Allan Scott |
| Producer | Scott Base Wines |
| Average age of vines | approx. 30 years (planted in 1994) |
| Harvest method | 100% hand-harvest |
| Fermentation & maceration | The Scott Base Pinot Noir is carefully picked and whole berry fermented. The wine has been made with minimal winemaking intervention. It spends 30 days on its skin to help extract colour, tannins and fruit characters. After fermentation the wine ages for 8 months in French oak barriques before being lightly racked and filtered ready for bottling. |
| Aging | 8 months in French oak barriques 100% French oak, with 30% new |
| Alcohol | 13.5% |
| Mouth Attribute | Jamy, Oaky |
| Nose Attribute | Red Berries, Spices |
| SKU | NZ32 |
Scott Base is a terraced vineyard with sandy, silty, loam soil, and sustainably managed. The vines are spur pruned and the laterals removed to encourage the vine to concentrate on fruit production.
