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Description
Mon Cheval is a boutique Waipara estate in North Canterbury, dedicated solely to Pinot Noir from its close-planted 2.2-hectare vineyard. Mon Petit is made from the estate's younger vines, offering a lighter, fruit-driven expression designed for early approachability.
In 2015, fruit was hand-picked, destemmed and fermented in small open vats with gentle cap management to preserve delicacy and perfume. The young wine was then matured for a short period in seasoned French oak, ensuring freshness while adding subtle savoury complexity.
The finished wine is vibrant and charming, with raspberry, cherry and baking-spice notes. Supple tannins and bright acidity frame the palate, making it a graceful and versatile Waipara Pinot Noir to enjoy in its youth.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Palate:Baking Spice
Food Pairings:Asian
Cheese
Fish
Game
Poultry
Description
Mon Cheval is a boutique Waipara estate in North Canterbury, dedicated solely to Pinot Noir from its close-planted 2.2-hectare vineyard. Mon Petit is made from the estate's younger vines, offering a lighter, fruit-driven expression designed for early approachability.
In 2015, fruit was hand-picked, destemmed and fermented in small open vats with gentle cap management to preserve delicacy and perfume. The young wine was then matured for a short period in seasoned French oak, ensuring freshness while adding subtle savoury complexity.
The finished wine is vibrant and charming, with raspberry, cherry and baking-spice notes. Supple tannins and bright acidity frame the palate, making it a graceful and versatile Waipara Pinot Noir to enjoy in its youth.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Palate:
Baking Spice
Food Pairings:
Asian
Cheese
Fish
Game
Poultry
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Baking Spice