neudorf tom’s block pinot noir 2008

tbpn08

“Very pale ruby. Funky, herby nose. Very lively with a nice spiciness without being too specious. Lots of flirtatiousness. Good dry finish. Really positive.” - Jancis Robinson MW
 
“Ripe cherry, black raspberry and game aromas over nuances of tar, humus, black truffles and black pepper. Long savoury finish. 90 points” – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

Bright crystal cut red in the glass. A generous wine with a deep complex nose of brambles and mocha. The tannins are fine and rich and spread through the wine. Discerning oak handling. We use only French oak from a variety of coopers with differing levels of toast. The selection of oak is one of John’s many strengths. He is always searching for the perfect blend to achieve subtle support for the wine.

Technical

Eight clones of Pinot Noir make up Tom’s Block, with the dominant portion coming from Dijon clones.

 

Handpicked, wild yeast fermented; 100% malolactic conversion. Matured in French oak, 15% new, for 12 months. No fining and minimal filtration.

Analysis at bottling 3.63pH, 5.7gL Total Acidity, Dry and 13.5% alcohol.

 

“One of New Zealand’s best value examples of Pinot Noir is Neudorf’s Tom’s Block 08. Oodles of flavour, a drop dead gorgeous texture and a slightly rustic edge to help it stand out in a crowd. My wine match for the Christmas turkey” – Bob Campbell MW .

 

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