NZ
Australia
Rock Ferry's Flagship Pinot Noir, from the Mid Hill block planted in 2003.inot Noir from the Rise & Shine sub‑block of Rock Ferry's acclaimed Trig Hill.
Co‑fermented clones aged 20 months in French barriques, one‑third new.
An elegant, long‑aged Pinot combining red fruit, spice and fine tannins.
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Description
Rock Ferry, founded by Tom Hutchison and Fiona Fenwick, is an organic Marlborough estate producing site-focused wines from Marlborough and Central Otago. The Mid Hill Pinot Noir highlights the quality of Bendigo fruit, crafted from a selection of clones that contribute to both fragrance and structure.
In 2016, Pinot Noir clones UCD 5, 115 and 777 were co-fermented before pressing into French oak barriques. Around one-third new oak was employed, and the wine matured for 20 months to develop depth and integration. This extended elevage refined the tannins and layered subtle oak complexity over the concentrated fruit.
The finished wine is aromatic and detailed, with notes of cherry, plum and cinnamon spice. The palate is finely structured, showing polished tannins, bright acidity and a long, persistent finish. A poised Central Otago Pinot Noir that balances richness with elegance.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Palate:Spice
Food Pairings:
Asian
Game
Red Meat
Description
Rock Ferry, founded by Tom Hutchison and Fiona Fenwick, is an organic Marlborough estate producing site-focused wines from Marlborough and Central Otago. The Mid Hill Pinot Noir highlights the quality of Bendigo fruit, crafted from a selection of clones that contribute to both fragrance and structure.
In 2016, Pinot Noir clones UCD 5, 115 and 777 were co-fermented before pressing into French oak barriques. Around one-third new oak was employed, and the wine matured for 20 months to develop depth and integration. This extended elevage refined the tannins and layered subtle oak complexity over the concentrated fruit.
The finished wine is aromatic and detailed, with notes of cherry, plum and cinnamon spice. The palate is finely structured, showing polished tannins, bright acidity and a long, persistent finish. A poised Central Otago Pinot Noir that balances richness with elegance.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Palate:
Spice
Food Pairings:
Asian
Game
Red Meat
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Spice
Asian
Game
Red Meat