Focus on Central Otago

The second flight of Pinot tonight is drawn exclusively from the wine region of Central Otago.

Mt. Difficulty Central Otago Pinot Noir 2006
Firm, gripping and marked by earthy and berry notes. P&B in Bannockburn 14.5% $28.99 at Bottle Barn Mt. Difficulty

Aurum Central Otago Pinot Noir 2006
There’s a mouthful of cherry fruit framed by acidity. Estate grown and bottled in Lowburn 13.5% $23.99 at Bottle Barn Aurum

Sleeping Dogs see previous post

Rippon Central Otago Lake Wanaka Pinot Noir 2005
Lots of brown spices and black pepper to taste with an acidic frame. 12.8% $39.99 at Bottle Barn Rippon

About RJ

Ray Johnson is the Executive Director of the Wine Business Institute at Sonoma State University. He writes about food and wine, his travels and the business of wine. He makes his home in Sonoma County, California.
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