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93 Points

Rippon 'Rippon' Mature Vine Pinot Noir 2020

SKU: RMVP202010 UCNZ

~~$98.00~~ $87.99

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The 2020 Rippon Mature Vine Pinot Noir has garnered impressive scores from critics, including 97 points from James Suckling for its perfumed elegance and velvety texture, and 94 points from Mike Bennie for its pristine fruit and briny minerality.

Crafted from biodynamically grown grapes, this Pinot Noir showcases the purity and integrity of its origin, with an earthy, complex profile and vibrant, crunchy red fruit flavors.

With a balanced, succulent character and fine tannins, this wine offers both immediate enjoyment and the potential to evolve gracefully over the next decade, making it a superb choice for collectors and connoisseurs alike.

Critic Scores

97 // James Suckling

"Extremely perfumed with a pretty ripeness and clarity, offering plums and al-dente strawberries. Some cantaloupe, too. It's medium-to full-bodied with juicy fruit that's lovely and open. You want to drink it now. And do. Crunchy yet velvety and caressing in the mouth-feel from the lovely, open tannins. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Best in a year or two, but right on."

94 // The Wine Front

"The farm, the whole farm and nothing but the farm, so help me Rippon. A lighter trajectory here. Pristine fruit, brambly blackcurrants, briny minerality, cool, blood orange and sanguine characters. It’s savoury for sure but also feels decidedly frisky, almost alpine in its lift and freshness. The tannin profile is delicate, does deliver fine pucker and feels refreshing in its wake across the palate. Understated expression, very good, very fine."

92 // The Real Review

"Subtle floral, red fruit nose. Fairly ripe, chalky tannins, a reasonable flow to the palate with a fresher, floral finish; mid-weight flavours, layered and diffused on the evolving finish. An ethereal, chimeric wine."

92 // Rebecca Gibb

"Mellow and tender, the 2020 Pinot Noir Mature Vine gently slides across the palate. Seamless and suave, it is concentrated, complex and balanced. There's juicy, approachable fruit within its cherry fruity, savory core with an herbal element joining spiced, cedar characters on the finish. Fine pinprick-like tannins provide a gentle layer of texture on the scented finish. The 2020 can be approached in youth, but it has the integrity to evolve gracefully in the coming decade."

93 // Erin Larkin

"The 2020 Rippon Mature Vine Pinot Noir is restrained on the nose, with an earthy (i.e., of the earth, gray rocks, etc.) countenance that I find highly engaging. In the mouth, the fruit comes alive with cherry and cranberry, pomegranate pearls, graphite and pencil lead, layers of black tea, coal dust and brine. This is dark without being heavy or dense, and it’s very fine. The silty tannins linger through the finish and seem to settle on the palate, which is pleasurable. It's fresh, and it's restrained and composed. An exciting wine. 13.5% alcohol, sealed under Diam."

Product Details

Red

2020

Pinot Noir

Rippon

Wanaka, Central Otago, New Zealand

5-10 Years

Cork

13.0%

750ml (Bottle)

In Stock

Biodynamic / Vegan

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Description

The Rippon 'Rippon' Mature Vine Pinot Noir 2020 embodies the essence of its volcanic terroir with an impressive blend of elegance and depth. Lifted aromas of violets, red berries, and a subtle forest floor earthiness introduce this Pinot Noir, leading to a palate brimming with crunchy raspberry and cranberry flavors. Its fine, nutty tannins and a hint of minerality create a harmonious and sophisticated profile.
James Suckling's 97-point rating highlights its extraordinary clarity and the seductive, velvety texture that makes it a pleasure to drink now or to age for further complexity. Mike Bennie praises its brambly blackcurrants and refreshing minerality, while Erin Larkin and Rebecca Gibb MW commend its restrained, yet vibrant nature. This biodynamically grown wine, from the renowned Rippon estate, promises a rewarding experience for those who appreciate its balance and potential for long-term development.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Forest Floor, Red Fruits, Violet

Palate:

Blackcurrant, Earthy, Redcurrant

Food Pairings:

Fish

Game

Poultry

Tasting Notes

Description

The Rippon 'Rippon' Mature Vine Pinot Noir 2020 embodies the essence of its volcanic terroir with an impressive blend of elegance and depth. Lifted aromas of violets, red berries, and a subtle forest floor earthiness introduce this Pinot Noir, leading to a palate brimming with crunchy raspberry and cranberry flavors. Its fine, nutty tannins and a hint of minerality create a harmonious and sophisticated profile.

James Suckling's 97-point rating highlights its extraordinary clarity and the seductive, velvety texture that makes it a pleasure to drink now or to age for further complexity. Mike Bennie praises its brambly blackcurrants and refreshing minerality, while Erin Larkin and Rebecca Gibb MW commend its restrained, yet vibrant nature. This biodynamically grown wine, from the renowned Rippon estate, promises a rewarding experience for those who appreciate its balance and potential for long-term development.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Forest Floor, Red Fruits, Violet

Palate:

Blackcurrant, Earthy, Redcurrant

Food Pairings:

Fish

Game

Poultry

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