Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir is a balanced expression of unique Pinot Noir grapes from the Marlborough region of New Zealand. Appealingly aromatic, Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir reveals notes of Morello cherry, bramble, and dark chocolate. The wine has fine, silky tannins and juicy acidity which provide an elegant structure, with complexity coming from gentle oak and woodsmoke characters.

The Cloudy Bay vineyards are located in the Marlborough region, at the northern end of New Zealand’s South Island. Grown under ideal conditions, the vines produce intensely flavoured fruit with distinctive varietal character. Established in 1985, Cloudy Bay was one of the first five winemakers to venture into Marlborough. Innovation, meticulous attention to detail, and regional expression are the guiding principles of Cloudy Bay.

According to Technical Director Jim White, the Pinot Noir grapes were hand-picked from March 24th until April 11th, at a point of excellent flavour concentration and acid balance. Then, the Pinot Noir fruit was all de-stemmed before being gravity fed into the open-topped fermentation vessels. The grape skins were gently plunged with an average of 18 days of skin contact. After fermentation, the wines were matured in French oak for 11 months, of which 35% was new.

The last few vintages of Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir see this wine begin to step out of the shadows of its more famous Sauvignon Blanc sibling. It has an alluringly, enticing Pinot nose of strawberries, earthy mushrooms, and smoky spice. The palate is soft, delicious, and integrated with red berry fruits, cherries, and fine, silky tannins. It has a warm red colour with notes of red berries, fresh fruits, and tannins. This delectable red wine is perfect for pairing with smoked duck breast, grilled portabello mushrooms, and a rack of venison on a summer evening.

Tasting Notes

Eye/Colour/Appearance: Elegant, warm red colour.

Nose/Aroma/Smell: Appealingly aromatic, Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir reveals notes of Morello cherry and bramble.

Flavour/Taste/Palate: Fine, silky tannins and juicy acidity provide an elegant structure, with complexity coming from gentle toast and woodsmoke characters.

Finish: Satisfying, smooth finish.

Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir 75cl Product Details

Description: Soft, Supple and Stylish Red wine

Country of Origin: New Zealand

Region: Marlborough

Grapes: Pinot Noir

Size: 750ml

Alcohol by Volume: 13.5%

Serving temperature: 14-16 °C

Bottler: Cloudy Bay Vineyards LTD., Blenheim, New Zealand

Package Information: Bottle

Category: Red Wine