Sato Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2023

Description

Accolades:
95/100 – James Suckling

“Complex aromas of dried strawberries and green tea with some bark and mushrooms. Medium-bodied, this has soft and very fine tannins that give form to the wine overall, delivering similar flavors to the palate at the end. Unique pinot character here in an agile and airy way. Drink or hold.” – James Suckling

Winemaking Notes: Domain Road Vineyard. Soil: Clay loam from the remain of an ancient lake. Viticulture: No pesticides, herbicides, systemic fungicides or inorganic fertilisers used. Harvest: Hand picked. 17 April 2023. Vinification: 10% whole bunch. 17-20 days on skins. No additives except for 15 g/L sulphites before bottling. Maturation: 12 months in French oak barrels. 15% new oak. Bottled: 8 May 2024 without fining or filtration. 4263 bottles produced.

Alcohol: 13.4%

Varietal: Pinot Noir

Region: Bannockburn, Central Otago, New Zealand