2001 Castle Rock Estate Pinot Noir

An impressive Pinot. Translucent crimson colour with crimson mauve hue. The nose is lifted with aroma of ripe cherries, strawberry and spice followed by nuances of stalk and game. The palate has a velvet texture with flavours of ripe cherry and strawberry over a layer of charry oak. The flavour wave is impressive and fills the mouth and aftertaste with excellent juxtaposition of strawberry, cherry fruit and toasted oak.
Cellar 3-4 years (2007-2008)
Alc/Vol: 14.0%

RATING: 93/100

VALUE: XXXX/5

First Tasted: December 2003
A good example of the varietal. Translucent crimson colour with crimson mauve hue. The nose is lifted with aroma of ripe cherries, strawberry and spice followed by nuances of stalk and game. The palate has a velvet texture with flavours of ripe cherry and strawberry over a layer of charry oak. The flavour wave is impressive and fills the mouth.
Cellar 1-2 years (2004-2005)
Alc/Vol: 13.5%
RATING: 88
VALUE: XXX