Maude Poison Creek Pinot Noir 2016, Central Otago

Excellent

Wow! Plush, fruity, very seductive bouquet with aromas of black rose and dark cherry, wild raspberry and dried thyme, black tea with a hint of bergamot then brown spices of nutmeg then cedar. Complex, enticing, youthful. On the palate - satin textures, medium+ acidity, warming alcohol and a core of red berry fruit flavours. Other flavours of dried herb and tea then wood spices and velvet rose. Medium+ Tannins and acidity adding texture and length, complexity and a firm finish. This is a young wine still and will benefit from more cellar time. Best drinking from late 2021 through 2028+.

95 Points

Excellent