95 Points
95 Points
94 Points
5 Points

Blank Canvas Anthem Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019

SKU: BCAN201910 UCNZ

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Blank Canvas Anthem Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019 features a sublime blend of red cherry, raspberry, and violet, complemented by savory and sappy undertones, offering a complex and balanced taste experience.

Crafted using traditional winemaking techniques with wild fermentation, 50% whole-cluster inclusion, and aged in French oak barrels for 12 months, this Pinot Noir reflects the winery’s commitment to quality and minimal intervention.

Praised by critics with up to 95 points, this wine embodies the unique characteristics of the Gibbston Valley, promising a harmonious and elegantly structured wine with excellent aging potential.

Critic Scores

95 // Bob Campbell MW

"Delicately scented wine with an appealing floral lift together with a suggestion of fresh herbs and spices. Complex wine with a silken texture that is a pleasure to taste. Should develop well in the medium term."

95 // Cameron Douglas MS

"The bouquet is both vibrant and pure, a core of plush, ripe red berry fruit scents and flavours are held in place with tannins and acidity showing their own energy and power. As the wine touches the palate the tannins show their muscle first with a savoury dried herb layer yet long in focus, and easily absorbed by the fruit flavours. Dark cherry and red currant flavours, some plum and raspberry. The oak delivers complexity and baking spice flavours, a touch of smoke and frames the wine well. Youthful, complex and lengthy with best drinking likely from 2027 through 2037."

94 // Decanter

"The vividly aromatic notes of Morello cherry, suffused with the gorgeous pepperiness of rain-wet briar hedges, immediately signal the poise and red-fruited nature of Gibbston. The fruit is ripe, absolutely juicy but remains wonderfully translucent, with every berry and cherry nuance, every shimmer of spiciness, highlighted by brilliant acidity and supported by silk chiffon tannins. The inclusion of 50% whole bunches in the ferment and masterfully integrated use of low-toasted oak only help to heighten the delicacy of this Pinot."

5 // Michael Cooper

"Showing distinct Gibbston sub-regional characteristics, the perfumed, elegant, supple 2021 vintage (*****) is a single-vineyard red, hand-picked from 21-year-old vines. Matured for 11 months in French oak barriques (35 per cent new), it was bottled unfined and unfiltered. Deep ruby, it is mouthfilling, vibrant and savoury, with fresh acidity and deep, ripe cherry, plum, spice and herb flavours, that build to a long, harmonious, finely structured finish. A youthful, vigorous, multi-faceted wine, it should break into full stride from 2026 onwards."

Product Details

Red

2019

Pinot Noir

Blank Canvas

Gibbston Valley, Central Otago, New Zealand

5-10 Years

Stelvin

13.0%

750ml (Bottle)

Available for Purchase

Organic / Vegan

Estimated dispatch from Warehouse: Wednesday, September 25, 2024

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Description

Blank Canvas Anthem Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019 is a standout example of Central Otago’s exceptional Pinot Noir, capturing the essence of the picturesque Gibbston Valley. This wine dazzles with a vibrant bouquet of red cherry, raspberry, and violet, intertwined with savory and sappy notes that enrich its flavor profile. The entry is rich and full, while the palate offers a smooth, mouthwatering experience with a hint of chocolate and a voluptuous finish.
Reflecting the winery's minimalist philosophy, the wine is crafted with wild fermentation and 50% whole-cluster inclusion, aged for 12 months in a mix of new and used French oak barrels. Bottled without filtration, it maintains its natural purity and complexity. Rated up to 95 points by critics, including Bob Campbell and Cameron Douglas MS, this Pinot Noir is celebrated for its youthful vibrancy, elegant structure, and long, harmonious finish. Ideal for pairing with a range of dishes or enjoying on its own, it promises to develop beautifully over the coming years.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Raspberry, Red Cherry, Violet

Palate:

Baking Spice, Black Cherry, Plum

Food Pairings:

Game

Pork

Poultry

Tasting Notes

Description

Blank Canvas Anthem Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019 is a standout example of Central Otago’s exceptional Pinot Noir, capturing the essence of the picturesque Gibbston Valley. This wine dazzles with a vibrant bouquet of red cherry, raspberry, and violet, intertwined with savory and sappy notes that enrich its flavor profile. The entry is rich and full, while the palate offers a smooth, mouthwatering experience with a hint of chocolate and a voluptuous finish.

Reflecting the winery's minimalist philosophy, the wine is crafted with wild fermentation and 50% whole-cluster inclusion, aged for 12 months in a mix of new and used French oak barrels. Bottled without filtration, it maintains its natural purity and complexity. Rated up to 95 points by critics, including Bob Campbell and Cameron Douglas MS, this Pinot Noir is celebrated for its youthful vibrancy, elegant structure, and long, harmonious finish. Ideal for pairing with a range of dishes or enjoying on its own, it promises to develop beautifully over the coming years.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Raspberry, Red Cherry, Violet

Palate:

Baking Spice, Black Cherry, Plum

Food Pairings:

Game

Pork

Poultry

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