but dedication to tradition
RP 91Robert Parker's Wine AdvocateRich and exotic
Intense and intriguing smoky notes on the nose evolve to grapefruit peel with time
The grapes were placed in tank and cold soaked for two days before a 14-day fermentation along with 14 extra days of extended maceration
The palate is intense but velvety
J.K. Carriere - Vespidae Pinot Noir 2023 (375ml) Contrieu but dedication to traditionThe robe she wears is a lovely vivid red. The clean, fresh, airy nose throws spicy cherry orange, molasses chip, French tarragon, and cigar box. On the palate its a balanced composition of serious attack (pie cherry, stonefruit, raspberry) and a mouth fairly dripping (acid, pink cake, sarsparilla). A bit mysterious and slightly reserved, its on off on structure shows tension and energy, but holds its cards back.