2018 Grasshopper Rock Single Vineyard Museum Pinot Noir

Pure class in every sip — a museum Pinot of rare harmony and poise

96 Points Cameron Douglas MS | 95 points The Real Review | 95 points The Wine Front 

Premium Central Otago Museum Release Pinot Noir from Grasshopper Rock

"Exceptional museum release Pinot Noir showcasing the remarkable aging potential of premium Central Otago fruit. Outstanding quality with extraordinary complexity and sophistication from one of New Zealand's most respected single vineyard sites."

The Grasshopper Rock Single Vineyard Museum Pinot Noir 2018 represents the pinnacle of aged New Zealand Pinot Noir. With 96 points from CD MS and 95 points from Campbell Mattinson, this exceptional museum release showcases the extraordinary aging potential of premium Central Otago fruit. After careful cellaring, this wine has developed remarkable complexity and sophistication that demonstrates why Central Otago is considered one of the world's great Pinot Noir regions.

 Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep ruby-red with garnet highlights and mature intensity
Aroma: Complex bouquet of developed red fruits, earth, and spice, enhanced by notes of leather, tobacco, and the distinctive mineral character of aged premium Pinot Noir
Palate: Medium to full-bodied with exceptional texture and balance, displaying layers of mature fruit, forest floor, and spice with hints of game and a distinctive mineral backbone from extended aging
Finish: Extraordinarily long and sophisticated with persistent flavors and beautiful integration that showcases the quality of this museum release Pinot Noir

 Wine Details

• Vintage: 2018 (Museum Release)
• Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
• Region: Central Otago, New Zealand
• Vineyard: Grasshopper Rock Single Vineyard
• Producer: Grasshopper Rock
• Points: 96/100 - CD MS, 95/100 - Campbell Mattinson
• Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
• Cellaring: At perfect drinking maturity, will continue to develop for 5+ years

 Perfect Food Pairings

• Premium game meats and venison
• Roasted duck with cherry and port sauce
• Aged beef with rich mushroom sauces
• Mature hard cheeses and luxury charcuterie
• Special occasion dining and celebrations
• Collector tastings and wine dinners

 Producer Background

Grasshopper Rock has established itself as one of Central Otago's most respected single vineyard producers, with a particular expertise in creating wines with exceptional aging potential. This museum release demonstrates their commitment to showcasing how premium Central Otago Pinot Noir develops extraordinary complexity and sophistication with proper cellaring.

 Regional Character

Central Otago's unique continental climate and schist soils create ideal conditions for producing Pinot Noir with exceptional aging potential. This museum release showcases how the distinctive Central Otago terroir develops extraordinary complexity and sophistication over time, demonstrating why the region is considered one of the world's great Pinot Noir appellations.

 Value & Investment

At $50 for dual high-scoring museum release Central Otago Pinot Noir from a respected single vineyard producer, this wine represents exceptional value for a fully mature, premium aged wine. Museum releases of this caliber typically command much higher prices, making this an outstanding opportunity to experience the extraordinary complexity that comes from proper cellaring of premium New Zealand Pinot Noir.

Experience dual high-scoring museum release excellence - Grasshopper Rock's Single Vineyard delivers extraordinary aged Central Otago Pinot Noir complexity with over 6 years of perfect development at exceptional value.