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Overview
The Blank Canvas Escaroth Pinot Noir is a striking expression of Marlborough’s Southern Valley, originating from the renowned Taylor Pass. This wine reflects the unique terroir of Escaroth, a low-yielding, dry-farmed site that imparts exceptional intensity and depth. With a high degree of whole-bunch fermentation, this Pinot Noir offers a perfect balance of perfume, delicacy, and muscular tannin structure, ensuring its potential for ageing. A wine of true character, Escaroth embodies the raw energy of its vineyard, making it a compelling choice for connoisseurs seeking both complexity and enduring quality.
Tasting Notes
Escaroth Pinot Noir unveils a captivating bouquet of peony, violets, red cherry, and pomegranate, all underpinned by a smoky, earthy savouriness. The complexity of the wine is immediately apparent, with its fragrant allure harmonising beautifully with a backbone of muscular tannins. The low-yielding, dry-farmed nature of the vineyard contributes intensity, while the whole-bunch fermentation adds layers of depth and structure. This inaugural release captures the delicacy of the vintage, yet with a powerful tannin structure that ensures it will continue to evolve gracefully with age. A wine with a fierce and unforgettable personality, befitting the dragon that guards its vineyard.
Accolades
- 94 Points (Cameron Douglas MS)
- 5 Stars (Michael Cooper)
