Felton Road Bannockburn Pinot Noir Central Otago – 2022

Felton Road is one of the world’s most southerly wine producers, located in the Central Otago region of New Zealand’s south island. The winery was founded in 1991 and has been certified biodynamic since 2002. Their Bannockburn Pinot Noir is one of New Zealand’s best- respected premium quality Pinots.

“Deliciously fragrant and intense floral aroma that follows on to the palate where it is joined by cassis, dark cherry, black Doris plum, vanilla, savoury dried herbs and mixed spice and anise flavours. This is the best Bannockburn Pinot Noir that I can recall tasting. It has an ethereal texture and a backbone of fine tannins. Absolutely delicious wine.” 97/100pts Bob Campbell MW, the Real Review

“A vivid nose of deep florals: dark roses, violets, and an undertow of ripe red fruit. The palate really shows the best of each vineyard that makes up the cuvée. A pure but powerful drive of fruit on a perfect cusp of ripeness, with complexing notes of sandalwood and spice. This is all about harmony and balance with the transparency of fruit allowing the detail to shine through. Silken tannins finish the package.” Blair Walter, winemaker

“This could be the best Bannockburn Pinot Noir that I can recall tasting. It has an ethereal texture and a backbone of fine tannins. Absolutely delicious wine!” 97pts Bob Campbell MW.