There are now two Pinot Noir labels. The “Kiltynane Estate” label which is my Premium range and a new 2nd tier “Pn2” range which is made from premium fruit, wild fermented and tank matured to result in a complex fruit dominated wine.
2008 Pn2. This wine has layers of berries, soft spice and herbs evolving in the glass. 10% whole bunches were used with one of the pickers trained to just pick the grapes for the whole bunches. Exciting layers make this a totally moreish drop. This wine will integrate and cellar for three to six years.
2008 “Kiltynane Estate” Pinot Noir. Now available in select outlets and by mail order online. This is a truely artisan Pinot Noir with layers of flavour, structure and stunning silky texture. The aromatics open over time from the first look Brambles, black cherry, savoury cassis and wonderful varietal layers. The palate is rich, layered and mouth filling with wonderful mid palate and satisfying long clean finish. Whole bunches and good acid structure have given this wine great cellaring potential. January 2011 openings show this wine still youthful and now just opening up and showing complexity not seen last year.
2006 Kiltynane Estate Pinot Noir. Sold Out. This wine has distinct dark berry, soft spice, savoury and forest undergrowth evolving in the glass. On the palate the Pommard clone shows its input to the blend for the first time, adding some interesting depth to the flavour profile – cola, casserole and game. More whole bunches were used with some of the ferments having 10% handpicked whole bunches. One of the pickers is trained to just pick the grapes for the whole bunches and this is their job. A brooding and complex Pinot Noir. The low acid is soft but there. This wine will integrate and cellar for at least five years. |
