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Catalina Sounds Sound of White Pinot Noir 2021

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About this Wine

93 POINTS - Cameron Douglas MS
"Fragrant, lifted, complex, varietal and enticing bouquet. Flavours showcase dark plum and black cherry, some raspberry and ripe cranberry qualities then layers of spice from wood. A stony mineral quality adds complexity enhanced by fruit and course-silk textured tannins and a backbone of acidity. Quite delicious with a fresh appeal and youthful taut mouthfeel. Best drinking from 2025 through 2034." 15 September 2023

93 POINTS - The Real Review, Bob Campbell
"Intense and slightly edgy pinot noir with raspberry, dark cherry, black-fleshed plum, mixed spice and fresh herb flavours supported by bright acidity and fine, peppery tannins. Should become mellower with a little bottle age." 25 January 2023

The 2021 vintage certainly had its nuances compared to vintages over the last decade. Early spring frosts, combined with cool wet weather during flowering had a significant impact across Marlborough, resulting in yields being lower than average across the region. Summer turned out dry and warm, and with low-yields an early harvest was upon us; starting 10 days earlier than 2020.

Fruit quality was exceptional this year and the wines certainly reflect this with strong vintage expression.

The fruit for the 2021 Sound of White Pinot Noir is sourced exclusively from our Sound of White vineyard. The majority of fruit is from our oldest vines, on a clay rich hillside and selected parcels from our youngest Pinot Noir vines.

The aromatics are layered with dark fruit and spices with a slight lift from whole bunches in the ferment. The palate is supple with dense ripe fruit and a youthful backbone to support ageing. A stunning wine that will reward time in the cellar.

Type Red Wine
Varietal(s) Pinot Noir
Country New Zealand
Region Marlborough
Brand Catalina Sounds
Vintage 2021

Wines of Marlborough

Marlborough is at the northern tip of New Zealand’s South Island and is the leading region in the country, being responsible for 75% of NZ’s wine production and 85% of its exports. Marlborough is internationally renowned for its distinctive style of Sauvignon Blanc, described by some wine writers such as Oz Clarke and George Taber as the best in the world. Australia being such a close neighbour, we get a great number of brands imported into the country.

Sauvignon Blanc in Marlborough is grown on well-draining alluvial gravels, with large temperature fluctuations between day and night. These conditions are great for growing grapes that strike a perfect balance between ripeness and acidity. The result is sauvignon blanc that is aromatic, driven by tropical fruit flavours but also supported by an herbaceous and mineral character. Aussies often described Marlborough Savvy Blanc as full of passionfruit flavour.

Despite many consumers having an idea of what Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is, the wine is actually made in a wide range of different styles. Wine makers take advantage of different clones, fermentation styles, lees-stirring and aging regimens to give their wines nuance and differentiate their brand from one another. You may have had sauvignon blanc from Marlborough before, but it is always worth exploring some not so commercial brands if it is a style you enjoy.

Other varieties that are produced in the region include Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris.

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Catalina Sounds Sound of White Pinot Noir 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Catalina Sounds

Catalina Sounds Sound of White Pinot Noir 2021

$46.66

93 POINTS - Cameron Douglas MS
"Fragrant, lifted, complex, varietal and enticing bouquet. Flavours showcase dark plum and black cherry, some raspberry and ripe cranberry qualities then layers of spice from wood. A stony mineral quality adds complexity enhanced by fruit and course-silk textured tannins and a backbone of acidity. Quite delicious with a fresh appeal and youthful taut mouthfeel. Best drinking from 2025 through 2034." 15 September 2023

93 POINTS - The Real Review, Bob Campbell
"Intense and slightly edgy pinot noir with raspberry, dark cherry, black-fleshed plum, mixed spice and fresh herb flavours supported by bright acidity and fine, peppery tannins. Should become mellower with a little bottle age." 25 January 2023

The 2021 vintage certainly had its nuances compared to vintages over the last decade. Early spring frosts, combined with cool wet weather during flowering had a significant impact across Marlborough, resulting in yields being lower than average across the region. Summer turned out dry and warm, and with low-yields an early harvest was upon us; starting 10 days earlier than 2020.

Fruit quality was exceptional this year and the wines certainly reflect this with strong vintage expression.

The fruit for the 2021 Sound of White Pinot Noir is sourced exclusively from our Sound of White vineyard. The majority of fruit is from our oldest vines, on a clay rich hillside and selected parcels from our youngest Pinot Noir vines.

The aromatics are layered with dark fruit and spices with a slight lift from whole bunches in the ferment. The palate is supple with dense ripe fruit and a youthful backbone to support ageing. A stunning wine that will reward time in the cellar.

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