PEGASUS BAY Pinot Noir 2022
DESCRIPCIÓN
The PEGASUS BAY Pinot Noir 2022 It is a sophisticated and authentic expression of the Waipara Valley terroir in the North Canterbury region of New Zealand. Crafted by the family-run Pegasus Bay winery, widely recognized for its artisanal approach and commitment to quality, this Pinot Noir faithfully reflects the unique vineyard conditions and the winemaker's minimalist approach.
The 2022 vintage benefited from a balanced growing season, with moderate temperatures and a late harvest that allowed for prolonged ripening and a complex development of aromatic and phenolic compounds. The grapes come primarily from vines over 30 years old, cultivated without irrigation and with naturally low yields, resulting in a remarkable concentration and depth in the final wine.
The wine was vinified using spontaneous fermentations with indigenous yeasts, and a significant proportion of whole clusters were included in the fermentation to contribute structure and complexity. Subsequently, the wine was aged for an extended period in French oak barrels (some new), where the tannins softened and the different components of the wine integrated without losing its varietal or terroir identity.
PEGASUS BAY Pinot Noir 2022 represents a classic approach, but with a modern interpretation of New Zealand Pinot Noir. Its structure, balance, and aging potential position it as one of the most outstanding examples of the variety in the Southern Hemisphere. The winery considers it a wine with great aging potential, capable of evolving elegantly for more than a decade under appropriate storage conditions.
MARIDAJE
Carnes blancas
Pato
Chicken
Mushroom and chicken risotto
Platos asiáticos
CATA
Vista
Presenta un color rubí profundo con reflejos granate, típico de un Pinot Noir de clima fresco con buena concentración.
Nariz
Se despliega con una intensidad notable: aromas de cereza negra, frambuesa madura y ciruela roja se entrelazan con notas terrosas, de sotobosque y hojas secas, junto a delicados matices de especias dulces, clavo y una sutil presencia de roble tostado.
Boca
Es elegante y estructurado, con una entrada suave y sedosa. Los taninos son finos pero firmes, aportando textura y capacidad de guarda. El perfil frutal se mantiene presente, equilibrado por una acidez vibrante que da frescura y precisión al conjunto. Aparecen también notas de té negro, mineralidad y un leve toque ahumado, que complejizan su final largo y persistente.
