Tasting Note:
The vivacious character of the 2022 vintage leads the intense nose of dark florals, black cherry and an array of classic Central Otago spice and dried herbs. The flavours are again classic with plentiful diversity and complexity. It’s incredibly seamless and finely poised already, but the tannins are there, svelte and integrated, waiting patiently in the background for the long haul. A chic and sophisticated Block 5.
Review:
97 points, Bob Campbell
A deliciously accessible Block 5 with intense ripe cassis, dark cherry, black-fleshed plum, vanilla and floral/rose petal flavours and a layer of anise/thyme. Perfectly balanced wine with good cellaring potential.