{"product_id":"cloudy-bay-marlborough-pinot-noir-2023","title":"Cloudy Bay Marlborough Pinot Noir 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCloudy Bay Pinot Noir by Cloudy Bay is a still red wine from the Marlborough denomination that masterfully interprets the characteristics of \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e grown in New Zealand. Aged in oak barrels, it appears in the glass as an intense ruby red with aromas of black cherry, blackberry, blueberry, violet and \u003cstrong\u003esweet spices\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it is elegant and medium-bodied, with \u003cstrong\u003efine, silky tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, fresh acidity and a harmonious finish with hints of coffee, toasted bread and a smoky note, ideal for pairing with \u003cstrong\u003emature cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e and lamb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red originates from carefully selected plots south of the \u003cstrong\u003eWairau Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the Mustang and Barracks vineyards. In this specific subzone, the vines sink their roots into a subsoil composed of clay and silt, protected by a \u003cstrong\u003esurface layer of gravel\u003c\/strong\u003e. This particular soil composition encourages the development of a solid structure and ensures a clear fruity expression. The Cloudy Bay winery has been cultivating its vineyards in this area since 1985, standing out as one of the first to recognise and enhance the winemaking potential of the \u003cstrong\u003eMarlborough\u003c\/strong\u003e region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe process begins with \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by the destemming of most of the bunches, leaving a small portion intact to add further complexity. Fermentation takes place in open vessels, spontaneously triggered by the \u003cstrong\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e naturally present on the skins. Maceration lasts for about eighteen days, promoting the proper extraction of colour and a delicate integration of tannins. Afterwards, the wine matures for eleven months in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, some of which are new: a crucial step that allows the toasted notes to harmonise with the lively fruity component of the \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1985, \u003cstrong\u003eCloudy Bay\u003c\/strong\u003e was the pioneering winery that revealed Marlborough’s exceptional winemaking potential. The 2023 vintage is the result of a careful selection of \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes from the Mustang and Barracks vineyards, south of the Wairau Valley. Awarded 93 points by James Suckling, this red embodies the pure New Zealand essence. Designed to stand the test of time, it offers \u003cstrong\u003eextraordinary longevity\u003c\/strong\u003e, evolving in the bottle for up to fifteen years and confirming itself as a solid international benchmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cloudy Bay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46273507721387,"sku":"60650","price":47.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/cloudy-bay-marlborough-pinot-noir-2023_60650_1_43bc87cc-7ac1-4a6c-ad3c-7e986222a3ef.webp?v=1773335437","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-be\/products\/cloudy-bay-marlborough-pinot-noir-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}