In Bond Fine Wine. 2015 Burn Cottage Pinot Noir Central Otago, Central Otago, South Island, New Zealand. Red new zealand - red in 6x75cl. Top critic score: 94/100 (JC). Drinking window: 2017–2030. Sold in bond by Albany Vintners, independent fine wine merchants.
Joe Czerwinski (JC) — 94/100 · Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com, 28/02/2018 · Drink 2018-2030
The medium to full-bodied 2015 Burn Cottage Vineyard Pinot Noir offers up aromas of roses, ripe cherries, crushed stone and subtle hints of pencil shavings. Despite 31% whole clusters and 19% new oak, neither is readily apparent on the nose at this stage. On the palate, there's a sense of restrained fruit coupled with wiry, herbal, tea-like nuances that add complexity and texture, extending throu…
James Suckling (JS) — 94/100 · JamesSuckling.com, 15/12/2017
A nice evolution is in play. This wine is gathering power and finesse simultaneously, becoming more and more defined. Super fragrant strawberry and red cherry fruits on the nose with some meaty, spicy elements adding interest. The palate is lacy and enticing, with a core of vibrant strawberry and red cherry flavor. Fne tannins sweep long and even. A wine that delivers both pleasure and a sense of…
Jancis Robinson MW (JR) — 17/20 · JancisRobinson.com, 07/03/2017 · Drink 2017-2025
Mid ruby. Gentle, settled, easy fruit. Really very nice confident undertow. Macerated gypsy-cream biscuits ' in a good way! Real focus and pleasure.