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Akitu A1 Pinot Noir 2020
HED27361
75 cl
13.5%
£53.00
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Akitu A1 Pinot Noir 2020 is a medium- to full-bodied, single-vineyard red wine from the Central Otago region of New Zealand. Established in 2001 in the heart of Central Otago, Akitu is a family-owned estate that is particularly recognised for its single-vineyard Pinot Noir wines. ‘A1’, made with a majority of Abel clones, is the estate`s flagship black label wine. "A powerful and structured pinot that has a linear line running through from the ultra-fine tannins. It’s medium to full body. Fresh acidity with everything in balance and focus. Spicy and flinty at the end. Impressive now but will age beautifully. Drink or hold." James Suckling, 2022
94 Vinous
- It's very possible that volume 2020 of Pinot Noir A1 is its most beautiful yet. The cooler season has lent this pale Pinot Noir a delicacy alongside its supple flesh; fresh elegance alongside ripeness. There are layers of aromatics built over the long season as well as in the winery through a combination of whole berries, whole bunches and well-judged French oak. You can expect wild herbs and savory bass notes alongside black cherry fruit, chai tea and more - but four flavor descriptors is more than enough. The lasting impression is ripe yet refined with the finest of tannins lightly coating the palate and, in combination with the precise acidity, drawing out the fragrant finish. While it's already delightful and I'm already thinking about what to have it with at dinner (it's 11am); this will drink well for 6-10 years minimum.
16 Jancis Robinson
More savoury and appealing than Akitu’s A2 – earthy, with lovely sour-cherry notes and a smoky finish. (FG)
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