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Caroline's Pinot Noir 2021
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Caroline's Pinot Noir 2021

Caroline's Pinot Noir 2021

$120

96 Points, Gold, Three Trophies – International Wine Challenge

A defining Pinot Noir of depth, concentration, fine structure, freshness and longevity.

Caroline’s is drawn from the vineyard’s broader five-clone selection: 115, 667, 777, UCD6 and Abel. The 2021 shows damson plum, black cherry and blackcurrant, followed by clove, dried thyme and sage. Fine, supple tannins frame the concentrated fruit, while vibrant acidity and a persistent mineral line carry the savoury finish.
Quantity
$120

Complimentary New Zealand delivery on orders of NZ$300 or more.

Accolades

Gold Medal · Three Trophies · International Wine Challenge 2025

Best New Zealand Red Wine
Best New Zealand Pinot Noir
Best North Otago Pinot Noir

97 Points · Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

96 Points · Cameron Douglas MS

95 Points · Bob Campbell MW

95 Points · Richard Hemming MW
Vintage & Wine Details

VINTAGE

Warm, dry summer conditions and persistent westerly winds produced small, concentrated berries. The five clones reached maturity separately and were harvested between 7 and 20 April.

VINEYARD

Single-vineyard fruit from the Clos Ostler monopole in the Waitaki Valley. The dry-grown vines occupy a north-facing limestone escarpment at approximately 208–230 metres. Caroline’s is drawn from the broader five-clone planting of 115, 667, 777, UCD6 and Abel.

WINEMAKING

The individual clones were harvested separately and matured for 15 months in French oak barriques, of which 20% were new.

WINE DETAILS

Vintage: 2021
Variety: Pinot Noir
Clones: 115, 667, 777, UCD6 and Abel
Harvest: 7–20 April 2021
Harvesting: By hand
Maturation: 15 months in French oak barriques
New oak: 20%
Alcohol: 13.5%
Bottle: 750 mL
Estate Guidance

Expected maturity: 15–20 years from bottling
Cellaring potential: 30 years or more under appropriate conditions

Serve at approximately 16°C.
Delivery

New Zealand delivery is NZ$15 for orders under NZ$300 and included for orders of NZ$300 or more. Orders are sent to a physical address and require an adult signature. The purchaser and recipient must each be 18 years of age or over.

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