2014 Escarpment ‘KIWA’ Pinot Noir Martinborough 750ml

$59.99

PINOT NOIR

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90
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92
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95
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90
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    NEW RELEASE FROM HOT NZ PRODUCER!


    “In a recent article for Wine Spectator, entitled ‘Catching Fire,’ Senior Editor MaryAnn Worobiec wrote that ‘New Zealand wines are on a hot streak.‘ There are small producers who are making vibrant, complex wines that are distinctive and delicious. We just received the new 2014 vintage from Escarpment – the scores are high, and the prices accessible for this level of quality. I love that these wines are drinkable now, but can be cellared for years of enjoyment. New Zealand wines are hot, and these elegant and powerful Escarpment wines are perfect examples of why. In fact, I will be going to New Zealand at the end of the month to meet the producers, taste the wines and discover new finds from this up-and-coming wine region.” – Glen Knight, Wine House

    Wine Spectator: 90 points

    Gravelly tannins give a muscular background to distinct mineral and white pepper flavors, with licorice and anise, cedar and tobacco notes. Robust on the finish. Drink now through 2026.

    Review date: October 2016

    Wine Enthusiast: 92 points

    Of Larry McKenna's 2014 Pinots, this full-bodied offering is the most approachable right now. A rich, velvety texture underscores elegant notes of brown sugar, tea, cherries and cinnamon. Drink now?2030.

    Review date: December 2016

    JamesSuckling.com: 95 points

    A gently smoky and highly nuanced nose offers discreet yet complex sappy notes as well as a lighter stony and almost chalky edge. Beautifully ripe red and dark cherries grow and grow in the glass. The palate has a curvy, fleshy shape to it it's really smooth and supple thanks to nut-ripe tannins. Hints of graphite-like savory flavours and bright dark cherry fruit power through the neatly framed, crisp finish. Best from 2018.

    Review date: December 2016

    Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: 90 points

    Pale ruby in color with a hint of purple, the 2014 Kiwa Pinot Noir has a subdued nose of youthful black raspberries and Bing cherries with charcoal, cinnamon stick, dusty earth and dried herb hints. Light-bodied and with plenty of delicate earth-laced layers in the mouth, it has chewy tannins and good length.

    Review date: December 2016