Ted Pinot Noir, Mount Edward, Central Otago (2022)
"Ted" is the everyday Pinot Noir from Mount Edward, one of Central Otago's original estates in the far south of New Zealand. Where the estate's main wine is built to age, Ted is made to be opened young - the same organically farmed fruit and natural winemaking, in a softer, more immediately enjoyable style.
The grapes come off the estate's own vineyards, fermented with wild yeasts, with a portion of whole bunches left in for a little spice and lift, then aged for under a year in French oak that's mostly older. It's bottled without fining or filtering, so it arrives fresh and unfussed, with the fruit doing the talking.
The result is bright and fragrant, with red cherry, wild strawberry and a gentle herbal note, a smooth, supple feel and soft tannins. Light, juicy and very easy to drink. Serve slightly cool, around 14-16°C.
The 2022 Vintage
The Fulham Wine Co Take
Mount Edward
