Martinborough V/Y Te Tera P Noir 08

Martinborough Vineyard ‘Te Tera’ Pinot Noir 2008 (17.5+/20), at 13.5% alc, Martinborough Terrace fruit, multi clones from vines up to 27 y.o., 100% destemmed, indigenous yeasts, 10 months on 15% new oak. The second label for Martinborough Vineyard. Medium deep ruby red with purple hues. Voluminous nose, ethereal wild strawberries with savoury notes and forest elements. Elegantly proportioned wine with line and length. Ethereal savoury red fruits, dried herbs, forest complexities, with fine tannin structure allowing accessibility. Attractive secondary notes appearing. Drinking well now and over 3-4 years plus.  RC July 10

Martinborough Vineyard ‘Te Tera’ Pinot Noir 2008 (18.5/20) is 13.5% alc, and made from generally younger vines, 777, 115, Abel and 5 clones, the fruit all destemmed, indigenous yeast fermented and aged 10 months in 25% new French oak. Pale purple-hued ruby red, this had ripe, soft red and dark berry fruits along with lifted florals and a touch of cooling herbs on the bouquet and a fresh, succulently fruity palate with supple, moderate tannin extraction. The wine had well-balanced, subtle oaking, and had a delightful accessibility.  RC Feb 10

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