River Run is our Central Otago regional Pinot Noir made from grapes grown in vineyards in different sub-regions of Central Otago
with the structure to age gracefully for up to 15 years
supple attack effortlessly transitions into a structured core-like sensation
The lingering persistent finish reveals ripe black and red fruit and an evident balsamic note
De Salis ‘Lofty’ Pinot Noir Garagiste River Run is our CentralA reflection of the earthier end of the broad spectrum that is Pinot Noir. Utilising a riper more structured selection of MV6, 114, 115, 777, 667 and Abel than seen above. 61% new French Oak brings a great backbone of structure to this deep ruby Pinot. The nose presents toasted fennel, cassis, toasted cardamom, strawberry leaf, raspberry and Crme Brule. Ripe red berry fruits, nutmeg, cherry cola, vanilla and fine long barrel tannin. Cellaring 8 12