Nose: Medium (++) intensity of smoke with a rich medium(+) intensity of ripe red fruit that is elusive in character (not sure which fruit).
Palate: Dry, full-bodied with medium(+) acidity and a low level of fine grained tannins. The fruit flavor characteristics are medium(-) intensity displaying smokiness and ripe red fruit. There is some perception of There is no indication of alcohol burn. (!3.5%ABV)
Finish/Length: Clean finish with a medium(++) length of lingering elusive ripe red fruit.
Conclusion: The wine is of good quality due to the nice balance of all the components. The ripe red fruit gave a slight sweetness to the palate and the finish that gave a nice juxtaposition to the smokiness. Drink now or during the next 9 months. Not sure that it has the potential to mature much beyond that period. Retail price is about US$18.99 and is a good value for those looking for a well-balanced affordable Pinot Noir. I would chill to 55ºF in order to highlight the wines crisp acidity and fruit.
Producer Notes: The philosophy of Oyster Bay is to produce fine, distinctly regional wines that are elegant and assertive with glorious fruit flavors.
With every vintage we are working with more established vines from a steadily growing number of small vineyard blocks, each site chosen specifically for its uniform soils of moderate fertility providing for slow ripening and enhanced flavor development. With Pinot Noir the fruit is always the primary focus, but of course we have many opportunities to influence it with traditional winemaking techniques to add subtlety and complexity. We use both barrel and tank fermentation and we also mature with a mix of new and older French oak. Oyster Bay Marlborough Pinot Noir is elegant cool climate Pinot Noir at its best. Fragrant, soft and flavorful with aromas of ripe cherries, plums and gentle sweet fruit tannins to provide serious structure and length.
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