COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Felton Road Wines
REGION
Central Otago
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Felton Road Calvert Pinot Noir 2022 is a single-vineyard expression from the Bannockburn sub-region of Central Otago, New Zealand. Produced by Felton Road Wines, the wine is made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes. The Calvert vineyard is characterized by its deep silt soils, which are farmed organically and biodynamically. The 2022 vintage presented a warmer growing season, but the vineyard's inherent qualities allowed for a wine of notable intensity and tannin structure. Felton Road Wines is recognized for its dedication to site-specific viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€70
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Calvert vineyard is farmed organically and biodynamically with Demeter certification.
Fact 02
The vineyard is located just 1 km from Felton Road's The Elms vineyard.
Fact 03
Winemaking employs a 'hands-off' approach, utilizing gravity flow and wild yeasts.
Fact 04
The wine is vegan-friendly.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Felton Road Calvert Pinot Noir 2022 emphasizes minimal intervention. Fruit is handpicked and fermented using indigenous yeasts with 25% whole bunch inclusion. The wine is moved via gravity flow, and no fining or filtration is employed. It undergoes aging for 16 months in French oak barrels, with 28% new oak. Felton Road Wines is committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices, holding Demeter and BioGro certifications.
