Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Region: 100% Bendigo, Central Otago
Philosophy: Freefall Wines take inspiration from
New Zealand’s adventurous spirit and are best enjoyed following the conquering
of your own personal challenge!
Winemaking: The grapes were picked according to soil
type, and each portion was fermented individually. The ripe tannins were
extracted through regular cap wetting rather than hand plunging. 20% of the
ferments were whole bunch to highlight aromatics and build the accessible
structure in this wine. Predominantly older oak barrels were used to
ensure the clean vibrant fruit flavours that Central Otago is famous for were
pronounced.
Tasting Notes: Quintessentially Central, this Pinot is
born from the gold-bearing slopes of Bendigo, rich, red, ripe and
berrylicious. Exuding blackberry & chocolate gateaux flavours, this
wine is fat and sensuous with great length and a mouthwatering finish. 24 Carat
Bold!
Food Match: Roasted Central Otago Merino lamb
loin with tomato, red pepper & black olive piperade.
Where to Drink: After a rewarding day walking up the Routeburn
Valley in Central Otago, celebrate your achievement with Freefall Pinot Noir as
you warm your feet by the open fire of the Falls Hutt.
Cellaring: Drinking superbly now and will cellar well for up to 5
years.
Technicals: Alcohol: 13.5%
Bottling Date: 6 March 2008
Winemaker: Theo
Coles