A bright perfumed, supple expression of Marlborough pinot noir from clay hill slopes. The fruit is supported by bright florals of rose & violets with crunchy red berry fruit & dried herb notes. The palate is succulent with alluring red cherry, brown spices & silky fine boned tannins. This wine has all the makings of a long lived Marlborough pinot noir & matches perfectly with duck, red meats (particularly venison & lamb), & mushroom dishes.