Flint Vineyard, Pinot Noir 'Precoce'

An early ripening clone of Pinot Noir that was hand harvested in September and October from our a small Norfolk parcel and the Martin’s Lane vineyard in Essex. A dry and hot Summer provided small bunches with more tannin and flavour concentration than usual. 50% semi-carbonic maceration using a fruit-forward yeast strain and 50% crushed fruit using a classic Burgundian yeast.

Silky smooth and fruity on the palate with integrated tannins leaving a textured finish. The wine has not been cold stabilised and might throw a small crystalline deposit. This is harmless and demonstrates its minimal handling.