Mount Fishtail Pinot Noir 2022
The Wine
The Pinot Noir grapes were harvested and fermented in small batch quantities; and hand plunged daily. The wine was left on the skins for 21 days post ferment and then drained to older French barriques for 8 months of barrel ageing before release. A rich and ripe Pinot Noir displaying dark cherry, berry fruit and savoury characters. A generous concentrated palate exhibits well integrated fine tannins and delivers a wonderful persistence of flavour.
Wine Orbit 93 Pts (5 Stars) : Combining sweet fruit notes of plums and cherries with warm spicy nuances, it’s delightfully complex and inviting. The palate delivers juicy fruit intensity and plump mouthfeel, beautifully supported by fine texture and well-integrated tannins, making it harmonious and flavoursome. At its best: now to 2025.
The Details
Variety - Pinot Noir
Country - New Zealand
Region - Nelson
Extra - Screwcap
Year - 2021
Volume - 750ml
About the Wine Maker 
MOUNT FISHTAIL – THE MYTH, THE LEGEND.
High above the plains of Marlborough, New Zealand’s premium wine growing region for Sauvignon Blanc, one can see Mount Fishtail’s peak standing as a sentinel looking over the many quality vineyards in the area. This double peaked mountain is an inspiring omen and lead to a range of wines being released under its name.
Each day, these vineyards enjoy a splendid view of Mount Fishtail in the Richmond Ranges. And each year these grapes produce the characteristic vintages that make the classic Mount Fishtail range of wines.
A COMMITMENT TO HANDCRAFTED WINES
Quality is the absolute focus of Mount Fishtail wines and it starts in the vineyard. Here, no short cuts are taken in making a truly great wine, and this continues in the winery where ‘handcrafting’ is the applied standard.
Being a family-run business, control over quality is truly ‘hands on’. Through every day personal involvement, a focus on quality, and a commitment to wine lovers, makes this a labour of love.
Mount Fishtail's philosophy is: "the best fertilizer is the foot of the farmer".
