Bouchard Finlayson Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2021 - Magnum

Characteristics: Classy Burgundy style Pinot Noir. Fragrant and seductive red cherry perfume underpins an iron-rich mineral edge. Gently extracted fine tannins enrobe a delicate, yet vibrant structure. It is elegant and accessible, with refined oak and a layered, rewarding finish. 11 months on French oak barrels (30% new). Best from 2023 through 2030. 94 pts – James Suckling, 2023 92 pts – Tim Atkin South Africa Report , 2023 92 pts – The International Wine & Spirits Competition, 2023 93 pts – Decanter World Wine Awards, 2023 91 pts – Wine Spectator, 2022 Food pairing: Delicate and tender meats, cooked 'Rosé', like lamb, veal or goat, in natural and refined sauces. The winemaker loves it with seared salmon. Go for grilled vegetables or fine Italian dishes with tomato sauce. About the winery: Peter Finlayson makes great wines in the cool region of Hermanus, near the Atlantic Ocean. In the beginning of his career, he stayed in the French Burgundy region, and became more and more passionate about Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. In Hermanus, in the beautiful Hemel-en-Aarde Valley he found the ideal location to build one of the most famous wine estates in South Africa in partnership with Paul Bouchard. Talented Chris Albrecht has been appointed as winemaker in the meantime.