Villa Maria; red, "Earth Garden Pinot Noir (Organic)".
Category: Villa Maria
"Earth Garden Pinot Noir (Organic)" Marlborough 2020; 75 cl.
14 February 2024
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Tasting notes
This Pinot Noir expresses black fruits like boysenberries and
blueberries with subtle floral notes and gentle acidity.
The cocoa powder tannins and smoky toasty notes add complexity with
a generous earthy textural finish.
Serving Suggestions :
This wine pairs well with New Zealand lamb,
but rich enough to enhance slow-cooked beef cheeks.
For a plant-based alternative, try with mushroom or
truffle-accented dishes to accentuate it’s earthy character.
truffle-accented dishes to accentuate it’s earthy character.
Viticulture :
Our key focus is to be environmentally responsible and
to operate using sustainable practices in order to protect the land for future generations.
Villa Maria has farmed Pinot Noir organically since 2010 gaining Biogro certification in 2012.
This selection of vineyards are vibrant gardens alive with wildflowers and full of life.
The grapes for this wine came from our Templar, Attorney and Belmonte vineyards.
Season & Harvest :
A near-perfect growing season led up to 2020 harvest with fruit in pristine condition.
The summer was dry with high sunshine hours during the day and
the cooler nights that are typical for Marlborough.
Vineyards: 43% Attorney, 24% Templar, 22% Sutherland (grower), 11% Belmonte (grower).
76% Wairau valley, 24% Awatere.
This wine spent 12 months in 5% new, 95% seasoned oak.
Technical Details :
VARIETIES: 100% organcially grown Marlborough Pinot Noir.
ALCOHOL: 13.5%
PH: 3.65
TOTAL ACIDITY: 5.5
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 0.15 gL.
ALCOHOL: 13.5%
PH: 3.65
TOTAL ACIDITY: 5.5
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 0.15 gL.