2023 Valli Bannockburn Vineyard Pinot Noir (375 ml)
班諾克本的氣質,杯中即見。
為什麼選它?
1) 產區表現鮮明 -> 紅櫻桃與李子帶出清爽礦感,層次分明。
2) 細膩釀法 -> 35% 全串發酵、11 個月法國橡木(27% 新桶),結構不厚重。
3) 田地講究 -> 來自 Felton Road 與 Hall Road 的葡萄,保留陣陣地域感與陳年實力。
侍酒師私房筆記:開瓶先是花香和草本的第一印象,接着紅果、甘草與一點蘑菇土氣慢慢浮現。中等酒體,酸度鮮明,單寧圓潤但有抓手感,餘韻偏鹹香、久久不散。打一點空氣,花香會更亮,層次也更立體。
釀酒與田間:班諾克本高地日夜溫差大,土壤帶礫石與礦物味。釀造採部分全串發酵以保留香氣與結構,橡木陳年讓酒更平衡,不搶果味。
場景化配餐建議:想像週末家宴的烤鴨、半熟羊排或重口味東南亞咖喱配上一杯,能把料理的油膩拉走,留下香草與果實的對話。
降維打擊對比:比起同價位的名牌勃艮第,這款更有現代感、果味與礦感兼具,性價比與稀有度都更吸引人。簡單說:風味有層次,價格更理性。
Soul Hook: Bannockburn intensity in a meticulously crafted 2023 bottling.
Why choose it?
1) Distinct site expression -> Bright red fruit with cool-mineral lift gives clarity in every glass.
2) Thoughtful élevage -> 11 months in French oak (27% new) and 35% whole-bunch fermentation create structure without heaviness.
3) Proven pedigree -> Fruit sourced from Felton Road & Hall Road delivers both precision and ageing potential.
Sommelier's Note: Aromas open to red cherry and plum, threaded with lavender, forest-floor notes and a subtle liquorice spice. Medium-bodied and energetic, the palate shows plush fruit balanced by lively acidity and velvety, refined tannins that carry to a long, savoury finish. Gentle whole-bunch lift gives floral and herbal lift; oak is supportive not dominant.
Winemaking & Vineyard: Fruit comes from Bannockburn sub-sites including Felton Road & Hall Road. Fermented with ~35% whole bunches, matured 11 months in French oak barrels (27% new). The result is a focused, terroir-driven wine with clear definition and ageing potential.
Occasion: Elevates a relaxed Hong Kong weekend roast duck dinner, pairs beautifully with an intimate lamb rack or a richer Asian curry. Best enjoyed after a short decant or 1–3 years in bottle.
Competitive Edge: Offers Burgundian elegance and Central Otago energy at a fraction of top-tier Burgundy prices — distinct vineyard selection and modern yet restrained oak make it high value-for-quality.
Specification
- Alcohol %: 13.5%
- Decant Time: 45 minutes
- Taste: red cherry, plum, floral (lavender), mineral, forest floor, liquorice, mushroom, cinnamon, savory, velvety tannins, fresh acidity, brine
- Food Matching: Roast duck / roast goose, Rack of lamb, Chicken teriyaki, Beef rendang / rich Asian curries, Mushroom dishes / earthy game
- Grape Variety:
Pinot Noir
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Winery
瓦利酒莊 (Valli Wines)
Valli Wines