TASTING NOTES FOR Wooing Tree Beetle Juice Pinot Noir Central Otago New Zealand 2022

🍷 Appearance
Bright ruby red with youthful crimson hues. Vibrant and inviting in the glass with classic Central Otago clarity and brightness.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and expressive, showing ripe cherry, raspberry and black plum aromas layered with subtle spice, wild herbs and a touch of earthy savouriness. Gentle French oak adds hints of vanilla and spice complexity.

👅 Palate
Smooth, silky and fruit-driven, delivering juicy red cherry, plum and berry flavours with subtle spice and soft savoury undertones. The palate is supple and approachable, offering excellent balance between fruit richness and cool-climate freshness.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky fine-grained tannins provide gentle structure, while fresh acidity carries the wine through a long, spicy and moreish finish. Elegant oak integration gives added polish without overpowering the vibrant fruit.

🍇 Overall Style
A vibrant and approachable Central Otago Pinot Noir that captures the region’s trademark purity, bright fruit and silky texture. Stylish, easy-drinking and excellent value, with enough complexity to satisfy serious Pinot lovers while remaining highly enjoyable now. Central Otago remains one of New Zealand’s premier Pinot Noir regions, renowned internationally for expressive cool-climate Pinot styles.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with duck, roast chicken, pork belly, mushroom risotto, gourmet sausages or charcuterie boards. Also excellent with salmon or soft cheeses.

🍷 BBD Verdict
A beautifully drinkable Central Otago Pinot Noir offering ripe fruit, silky texture and excellent regional character at an approachable price point. A terrific addition to any mixed dozen for lovers of vibrant New Zealand Pinot Noir styles.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen