The Donaldson Family have been seriously involved in viticulture and winemaking for over 40 years. Founder Ivan Donaldson planted the first Canterbury vineyard in 1976 and went on to establish Pegasus Bay in 1986 with his wife Christine. It is a true family business with all four of their sons now involved.
Pegasus bay Pinot Noir
€31.50
Description
Tasting Notes from Pinto Wines |
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| Colour | Bright ruby in colour |
| Nose | Heady aromas of cherries, plums and pomegranate swell from the glass, flanked by a smouldering column of cinnamon, mushroom, truffle and leather |
| Palate | The mouthfeel is generous yet supple, with a pelt of velvety ripe tannins that adds structure and length. Well-judged acidity completes the perfect partnership, giving balance and setting up for a long and harmonious finish. |
Fact Sheet |
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| Size | 75 cl |
| Grape Variety | Pinot Noir |
| Alcohol % | 14.5% |
| Style | |
| Estate/Producer | Donaldson family Ltd |
| Country | New Zeland |
| Region | Waipara valley |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Vinification | 40% the grapes were put at the bottom of the fermentation vats as whole bunches, with the balance being destemmed on top, retaining as many whole berries as possible. The vats were kept cool over the next few days to help extract the soft, silky tannins from the pinot noir skins. |
| Closure | Natural cork |
| Cellaring/Ageing Potential | Great age potencial |
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