Description / Reviews
"One of Terra Sancta's three unique single block Pinot Noirs; Shingle Beach is created to reflect the singular characteristics of its magnificent site. Located on the edge of the Kawarau River, ‘Shingle Beach’, is a close planted block of Pinot Noir vines on soils of limestone and schist. Minimal winemaking using wild fermentation in large oak barrels showcases the characteristics of site and vintage, resulting in this ethereal expression of Pinot Noir." - Producer Notes
"An incredible wine with aromas of dried strawberries, dried flowers, cloves, white pepper and limestone. It’s medium- to full-bodied with superb presence and intensity. The strawberry and mineral undertones go on for minutes. Great texture and energy. From Dijon clone planted in 2001. Organically grown grapes." - 99 Points, James Suckling
"Light ruby. An elegant if curiously evolved style, layered with winemaking influences from the sweet oak to pot-pourri. The elegant expression of red fruit is subsumed by the mocca, dried flowers, pomegranate and orange peel complexity which tapers down to a rather unique finish of dried flowers and peppery spice. Long, if somewhat unusual in expression, this lighter-weight pinot is nevertheless ambitious and has the substance to benefit from cellaring in the mid- to long-term." - 93 Points, Stephen Wong MW, The Real Review
