Producer, Domain Road Vineyard Region, Bannockburn, Central Otago, New Zealand Style, Full-bodied, structured single-vineyard Pinot Noir Varietal, 100% Pinot Noir Maturation, Approximately 10 months in French oak barriques, with around 30% new oak Size, 750ml ABV, 13.5%
Domain Road Vineyard is a small, family-owned producer in Bannockburn, Central Otago, New Zealand. The Defiance Pinot Noir comes from the estate's Defiance Vineyard on Felton Road, a highly regarded site with distinctive gravelly soils and multiple Pinot Noir clones. The wine is made in limited quantities to express the character of this single vineyard.
Taste Profile
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Rich and concentrated, with dark cherry, blackberry, plum, violet and spice characters supported by fine, polished tannins and bright acidity. French oak adds savoury, smoky and subtle chocolate complexity, leading to a long, structured finish.
