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Astrolabe `Valley` Pinot Noir 2011 (6 x 750mL), Wairau Valley, NZ.
Liquor Act 2007: It is against the law to sell or supply alcohol to, or to obtain alcohol on behalf of, a person under the age of 18 years. Liquor licence LIQP770010049
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Overview
In the province of Marlborough high sunshine hours are moderated by a mild sea, while steep mountains keep moist and chilly winds at bay. A long cool growing season leads to gorgeous flavours.
My goal is to make the Province wines in a classic Marlborough vein, emphasising the varietal intensity created by leafy vineyards, ripe fruit and cool-climate growing. – Simon Waghorn, Winemaker
- Region:
- NZ - Marlborough
- State:
- Imported
- Country:
- New Zealand
Winery Tasting Notes
Appeareance
A white gold colour, this elegant wine has a fine mousse.
Aroma
Distinctive lemon flavours and a light touch of tropical fruit, developing delightful honeycomb autolysis characteristics.
Palate
Seductive on the palate
Vintage
2011
Region
NZ - Marlborough
Grape Style
Pinot Noir
Closure Type
Screwcap closure
Winery Profile
Astrolabe was created in 1996, and is a culmination of a winemaking career that began in 1982. All Simon's skill and experience combine to capture the essence of Marlborough in wines of purity, focus and elegance...
The Winemker
Simon Waghorn is a winemaker. Astrolabe Wines is a winemaker label.
Astrolabe was created in 1996, and is a culmination of a winemaking career that began in 1982. All Simon’s skill and experience combine to capture the essence of Marlborough in wines of purity, focus and elegance.
Simon is fascinated by the distinctive qualities of the Awatere Valley, Wairau Valley and Kekerengu Coast sub-regions of Marlborough, whether bottled alone or when blended.
What's in a name?
As well as being a navigational instrument, L’Astrolabe was the name of the ship of French explorer Dumont d’Urville who explored the Marlborough coast in 1827.
Simon chose the name Astrolabe because of the historic ties with Marlborough, and he liked the connotations of exploration and discovery.
