2023 Amisfield Pinot Noir – An elegant Pinot from Central Otago with finesse and depth

The 2023 Amisfield Pinot Noir comes from biodynamically farmed vineyards in Central Otago—one of the most renowned Pinot terroirs in the Southern Hemisphere. The growing season began with a mild winter and ideal conditions for budbreak and flowering. With no wind or frost damage, a robust, healthy canopy developed. Following a warm growing season with moderate temperature fluctuations, the grapes were able to ripen perfectly under stable weather conditions.

The grapes come from plots with different soil types—ranging from fertile Waenga loam to stony Lochar gravel. The combination of elevation, soils, and microclimates gives the wine its complexity. It was vinified using 15% whole clusters, spontaneous fermentation, gentle extraction, and aged for 15 months in French barriques. The winery has been certified organic since 2021—the wine is vegan and hand-harvested.

What makes the Amisfield Pinot Noir so special?

This Pinot Noir from Central Otago combines alpine freshness with Burgundian texture. The combination of terroir, biodynamic practices, and sensitive winemaking results in a wine with finesse, clarity, and depth. Spontaneous fermentation, 15% whole-cluster fermentation, and 15 months of barrel aging lend elegance and longevity. If you want to experience New Zealand Pinot at its very best, this is the wine for you.

So, how does the 2023 Amisfield Pinot Noir taste?

On the nose, the wine is highly aromatic, with notes of juicy cherry, red currants, and rosehip. Subtle herbal and spicy notes, along with a hint of dried flowers, lend depth. On the palate, it reveals itself as an elegant Pinot with silky tannins, precise acidity, and intense fruit—never loud, but rather clear, structured, and with a long finish. A prime example of New Zealand Pinot Noir with Burgundian aspirations.