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Overview
Clos Ostler Caroline’s Pinot Noir is a pinnacle expression of the Waitaki Valley’s cool-climate terroir. Crafted with precision and intent, this 2022 vintage is a masterclass in complexity, depth, and balance. Aromatically rich and texturally seamless, it weaves together dark berries, forest floor notes, and a savoury maritime influence that speaks to its unique origin. Aged gracefully in fine oak, this Pinot Noir offers both immediate appeal and cellaring potential, drinking beautifully now yet destined to evolve until 2035. It is a wine of sophistication, structure, and soulful expression.
Tasting Notes
Alluring from the first pour, Caroline’s Pinot Noir reveals layers of Damson plum, Bing cherry, and ripe black fruits at its heart. Hints of clove, anise, and black pepper lift the nose, while toasted nuts and dried mushroom add earthy intrigue. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet graceful, its core of concentrated fruit and spice resting within a refined framework of supple tannins and vibrant, lacy acidity. A whisper of savoury coastal character runs throughout, culminating in a poised, symphonic finish that lingers long and effortlessly. This is Pinot Noir in its most seductive and structured form.
Accolades
- 97 Points (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz)
- 96 Points (Cameron Douglas MS)
- Gold Medal (NZ International Wine Show 2024)
