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Pinot Noir Block 5
2015
Felton Road is an iconic New Zealand winery located in Central Otago, renowned for its exceptional wines. Founded in 1991 by Stewart Elms, the estate quickly became known for its commitment to biodynamic viticulture and meticulous winemaking practices. The vineyards are planted on steep, rocky slopes, benefiting from an extreme climate that enhances the production of finely crafted Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Riesling. Each wine from Felton Road embodies the pure and authentic expression of...
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25% of the fruit was retained as whole clusters with the remainder carefully de-stemmed directly to the fermenters by gravity without harsh pumping. Long pre-fermentation soaks of 8-10 days prior to fermentation with indigenous yeasts and punched down by hand up to three times per day with a total time on skins of 21-23 days. Pressed off and barrels filled immediately by gravity to the underground barrel cellars. The wine spent 16 months in barrel (35% new French) with two rackings and no fining or filtration, before bottling in early-August 2016.
The nose is vivid, fine and elegant with not one component vying for attention. This exquisite harmony is echoed on the palate where the refinement and ethereal nature of the wine demands deeper contemplation and careful respect. The wine is not heavy yet has solid underlying tannins giving the finish a serious structure and length. A classic Block 5.
This is as chunky red with deep and rich red berry and ripe strawberry character with chocolate and hazelnut. Full and creamy textured with a long and flavorful finish. Very polished. Still slightly closed. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification.
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Vibrant and a bit more lively and intense than the Block 3. Very long and a peacock’s tail on the appetisingly dry finish.
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