Overview:
Pyramid Valley Pinot Noir Mānatu is a luminous and expressive Central Otago wine that marries dark, savoury fruits with purity and finesse. Bright ruby in hue, it reveals layers of cherry, blackberry, spice, and floral lift, all framed by chalky acidity and fine-grained tannins. A wine that unfolds gracefully in the glass, it offers both immediate charm and the structure to evolve beautifully with time.
Tasting Notes:
Fragrant aromas of dark cherry, blackberry, clove, and wild strawberry mingle with subtle spice and savoury undertones. The palate is sleek and textural, with soft, silky tannins and a core of dark, savoury fruits balanced by a fresh, chalky acidity. Poised and polished, the finish lingers with spice, plummy depth, and a savoury edge that pairs effortlessly with New Zealand lamb.
Accolades:
- 95 Points (Cameron Douglas)
- 95 Points (Dave Brookes)
- 94 Points (James Suckling)
- 93 Points (Emma Jenkins MW)