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Central Otago.
One grape we teach is grown in Central Otago.
Pinot Noir
Climate
Cool continental inland South Island. Schist soils. Highest Pinot Noir altitude in NZ.
Style
Higher extraction than Burgundy. New oak more prominent. Firmer tannin. Age-worthy at top level.
Tell
Dark cherry and plum, thyme and dried herb, firm grippy tannin, schist mineral