Tupari 2024 Pinot Noir
The Tupari Vineyard’s unique environment produces a
distinctive style of Pinot Noir. Our vineyard, situated
in the Awatere Valley delivers a wine with vibrant
dark cherry and ripe blueberry flavours. This classic
varietal expression is complimented by the Tupari style
of elegance and layers of flavours.
We manage the block for quality and aim for one small bunch per shoot with
no irrigation. The Dijon clone 777 was specifically selected for its flavour
characteristics and suitability to the site.
In 2024, we harvested the grapes at perfect ripeness. Fermentation included
25% whole bunch to encourages the ripe stem flavours and ripe tannins,
creating extra layers of flavour. The crushed grapes were cold soaked for
four days before fermenting to extract colour and tannin. Fermentation
temperature reached 32C in the cap and the wine was plunged four times a
day. Five days after fermentation (and when Glenn was happy) the wine was
put into French oak barriques (30% new) to mature before bottling.
The Tupari Pinot Noir is captivating, with blueberry and cherry flavours and
a hint of mushroom earthiness. It has a long finish with soft, mouth filling
tannins.
Food match: The ultimate food wine, enjoy with a fillet of beef or a tasty
chicken and wild mushroom rissotto.
Cheese match: A perfect compliment to mild or creamy cheese, try with brie,
camembert or a mild cheese made from sheep’s milk.