Villa Maria Attorney Pinot Noir 2019, Marlborough

I tried this wine over 3 days. I needed to discover how it would develop. Turns out this was a good idea….

The bouquet showcases power and concentration without losing the important attribute of pinosity - meaning there’s a subtle, complex and even pretty side to this wine revealed after about 2 hrs in glass.

Aromas and flavours of dark red currant and black cherry then a layer of dark roses and plums. The barrel spices and light, almost sweet oak scents layer in complexity as well as power. A layer of dry spice and dry stone mineral complexity deliver depth and breadth. On the palate - more of the same plus an abundance of tannins and acidity to provide structure, back bone and longetvity. On days 2 and 3 the wine develops further showing its proclivity for ageing over the next 15 years (if stored properly). Fantastic length and complexity, promise and intrigue.

This is a particular expression of Pinot Noir, a serious wine, and one that continues to show the breadth and depth of style from the Marlborough region.

Best dirnking from 2023 through 2033+

60th Anniversary bottling

96 Points

Outstanding

RRP from $120.00