
Brightwater Gravels Pinot Noir - Drinks Cabinet Ltd.In the glass, the Brightwater Gravels Pinot Noir from Drinks Cabinet Ltd. presents a bright light red color. The first nose of the Brightwater Gravels Pinot Noir flatters with notes of plums and blackberries. The fruity elements of the bouquet are joined by notes from barrel aging, adding even more fruity-balsamic nuances. This red wine from Drinks Cabinet Ltd. is something for wine lovers who prefer to drink bone-dry. The Brightwater Gravels Pinot Noir comes quite close, as it was vinified with just 0.9 grams of residual sugar. With its pronounced fruit acidity, the Brightwater Gravels Pinot Noir reveals itself on the palate as impressively fresh and lively. The finish of this red wine from New Zealand's South Island, specifically from Nelson, is characterized by a remarkable aftertaste. The finish is also accompanied by mineral notes from the clay and gravel-dominated soils. Vinification of the Brightwater Gravels Pinot Noir from Drinks Cabinet Ltd. This balanced red wine from New Zealand is made from the Pinot Noir grape variety. The grapes grow under optimal conditions on New Zealand's South Island. The vines dig their roots deep into soils of clay and gravel here. When perfectly ripe, the grapes for the Brightwater Gravels Pinot Noir are hand-picked without the use of coarse and less selective harvesters. After harvesting, the grapes are quickly transported to the winery. Here, they are sorted and gently crushed. Fermentation then takes place in small wood barrels at controlled temperatures. The vinification is followed by aging for several months on the fine lees before the wine is finally bottled. Food Recommendation for Drinks Cabinet Ltd. Brightwater Gravels Pinot Noir This New Zealander should ideally be enjoyed at a temperature of 15 - 18°C. It pairs perfectly as a companion wine to ossobuco, lamb ragout with chickpeas and dried figs, or duck breast with sugar snap peas.