2016 | Rimapere Single Vineyard Pinot Noir | Marlborough Chehalem just as we would like

just as we would like to enjoy a sparkling wine today and tomorrow

which is why we dry the grapes in the shade

as well as spice and underbrush

This is so refined

layered beauty to enjoy over the coming decade

2016 | Rimapere Single Vineyard Pinot Noir | Marlborough Chehalem just as we would likeThis is on the lighter end of the Pinot spectrum. There's quite a bit of cinnamon and stalky characters here, but notes of strawberry and rhubarb are bright as well. Violet and white pepper notes add to the mix. The stalkiness continues on the palate, which is wispy and delicate, showing less in the way of oak and more in the way of crisp fruit and dried leaves.