TWR Clayvin Pinot Noir

TWR Clayvin Pinot Noir is a compelling expression from Te Whare Ra Wines, one of Marlborough’s most respected small producers. This single-vineyard wine showcases the exceptional Clayvin Vineyard site in Renwick, where careful viticulture and precise winemaking combine to create a Pinot Noir of remarkable depth and complexity. Wine enthusiasts seeking age-worthy New Zealand Pinot Noir will find this wine offers both immediate pleasure and significant cellar potential.

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Te Whare Ra has earned recognition for producing some of Marlborough’s finest Pinot Noir, with the Clayvin Vineyard consistently delivering fruit of exceptional quality. This wine has earned praise from Master of Wine Bob Campbell, who highlighted it among the top Marlborough wines. The concentrated fruit and impressive structure make this a standout example of what the region can achieve with Pinot Noir.

Nose: Gorgeous, fragrant aromas of ripe strawberry and omega plum lead, complemented by hints of baking spice and mocha. Complex savoury undertones add depth and intrigue, revealing subtle layers with each swirl of the glass.

Palate: The full-bodied palate delivers huge concentration and great intensity of fruit, wrapped in an impressively defined tannin weave. Bright, gently tangy acidity provides balance and energy, while the fruit purity shines through with precision and focus.

Finish: The wine shows its age-worthy character with firm oak and tannin structure that currently dominates the finish. This is a wine in transition, requiring patience to allow the components to integrate fully over the coming years.

This Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with slow-cooked game birds, duck breast with cherry reduction, or aged hard cheeses. The wine’s structure and concentration also complement meaty fish preparations like grilled salmon with mushroom accompaniments.

Serve at 14-16°C in large Burgundy stems to allow the complex aromatics to fully express themselves. Decanting for 30 minutes before serving will help soften the tannins and reveal more of the wine’s underlying fruit character.

This is a wine for the patient collector who appreciates Pinot Noir with cellaring potential, or for those seeking a serious New Zealand red to accompany special occasion dining. At this price point, the TWR Clayvin Pinot Noir punches well above its weight, offering concentration and complexity typically associated with significantly more expensive bottles.

A fascinating wine for comparative tastings alongside other premium Marlborough Pinot Noirs, this bottle rewards those willing to cellar it for five to ten years.