Blank Canvas Pinot Noir ‘Upton Downs’ 2017 la-maldicion and a hint of spice

and a hint of spice make it a perfect indulgence for those seeking a bold and captivating red wine

The grape harvest is carried out manually as soon as the bunches are at the optimum stage of ripeness

For a basic dry riesling this is very cool

a hint of fresh herbs

All the fruit is fermented in open top fermenters before being transferred to French oak for maturation

Blank Canvas Pinot Noir ‘Upton Downs’ 2017 la-maldicion and a hint of spiceOur Upton Downs Pinot Noir is a juxtaposition of perfume and structure. The elevated single vineyard on the terraces above the Awatere River gives elegance and delicacy of fruit while the 40% whole bunch fermentation and manual punch downs delivers an impressive tannin framework and excellent length on the palate. Bright raspberry, red cherry and currant unite with graphite, forest floor and subtle smoked bacon. This is a wine that will get more