{"title":"Carrick","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eDiscover Carrick Wines: Pure Central Otago Organic Pinot Noir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our exclusive collection of \u003cstrong\u003eCarrick wines\u003c\/strong\u003e, sourced directly from the rugged, breath-taking landscapes of Bannockburn, Central Otago. As a pioneer in the world's southernmost winegrowing region, Carrick is renowned for crafting premium, terroir-driven expressions of \u003cstrong\u003eCentral Otago Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e100% Certified Organic \u0026amp; Sustainable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery bottle in the Carrick portfolio is proudly \u003cstrong\u003ecertified organic by BioGro New Zealand\u003c\/strong\u003e. Guided by the expertise of Chief Winemaker Rosie Menzies, the estate employs biodynamic practices, hand-harvesting, and 100% indigenous wild yeast fermentation. When you buy Carrick wine, you are tasting a pure, unmanipulated reflection of the land, completely free from synthetic chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Iconic \"Carrick Bend\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook closely at any Carrick label, and you will find the \"Carrick Bend\" knot. This iconic symbol represents the estate's philosophy of tying together the land, the people, the history of the gold mining era, and the vine into one harmonious bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShop the Carrick Collection Online\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are searching for the highly sought-after, single-block \u003cem\u003eMagnetic Pinot Noir\u003c\/em\u003e, the vibrant and pristine \u003cem\u003eUnravelled\u003c\/em\u003e series, or the flagship \u003cem\u003eBannockburn\u003c\/em\u003e releases, Fine Pinot is your trusted destination. Browse our curated selection and experience the unparalleled elegance, mineral acidity, and complex fruit profiles that have earned Carrick consistent 95+ point ratings from Master Sommeliers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"carrick-unravelled-pinot-noir","title":"CARRICK UNRAVELLED Pinot Noir 2022","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eFrom Bannockburn’s organically certified Towan Vineyard and Cairnmuir Terraces, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"347\"\u003e2022 Carrick ‘Unravelled’\u003c\/strong\u003e is the estate’s most approachable and earliest-drinking Pinot Noir. It reflects Carrick’s philosophy of minimal intervention, hand-crafted winemaking, and deep respect for the land—practised since converting to full organics in 2008. The name, inspired by the Carrick Bend knot on the label, symbolises a loosening of ties—an easy-drinking Pinot for everyday enjoyment. \u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-secondary inline-flex items-center rounded-full bg-[#f4f4f4] select-none dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary  h-[22px] px-2 text-[0.5em] font-medium ms-1\" title=\"carrick Unravelled Pinot Noir 2022.docx\"\u003ecarrick Unravelled Pino…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-secondary inline-flex items-center rounded-full bg-[#f4f4f4] select-none dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary  h-[22px] px-2 text-[0.5em] font-medium ms-1\" title=\"unpn22-tasting-note.pdf\"\u003eunpn22-tasting-note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eA blend of \u003cstrong data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"831\"\u003enine different parcels\u003c\/strong\u003e, each hand-picked between \u003cstrong data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"878\"\u003e20–31 March 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e, fermented with indigenous yeast, and incorporating \u003cstrong data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"950\"\u003e29% whole bunch\u003c\/strong\u003e to enhance spice and texture. Maturation took place over eight months in seasoned French oak before bottling in early 2023. The result is a Pinot Noir that is light on its feet yet layered, with purity of fruit and gentle complexity. \u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-secondary inline-flex items-center rounded-full bg-[#f4f4f4] select-none dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary  h-[22px] px-2 text-[0.5em] font-medium ms-1\" title=\"unpn22-tasting-note.pdf\"\u003eunpn22-tasting-note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-secondary inline-flex items-center rounded-full bg-[#f4f4f4] select-none dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary  h-[22px] px-2 text-[0.5em] font-medium ms-1\" title=\"unpn22-tasting-note.pdf\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/0659\/0268\/files\/Screenshot_2025-08-13_185243.png?v=1755075216\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-secondary inline-flex items-center rounded-full bg-[#f4f4f4] select-none dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary  h-[22px] px-2 text-[0.5em] font-medium ms-1\" title=\"unpn22-tasting-note.pdf\"\u003e(Variety Planting Map of Carrick)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eThe nose offers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003efresh dark-skinned cherry, wild forest berries, raspberry and strawberry\u003c\/strong\u003e, lifted by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003erose petals, fine lees complexity, and dried herb hints\u003c\/strong\u003e. The palate is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003esilky and light-bodied\u003c\/strong\u003e, with chalky tannins, a bright acid line, and soft oak spice weaving through the red fruit core. Balanced and quaffable, it’s a wine that invites another glass. \u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-secondary inline-flex items-center rounded-full bg-[#f4f4f4] select-none dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary  h-[22px] px-2 text-[0.5em] font-medium ms-1\" title=\"carrick Unravelled Pinot Noir 2022.docx\"\u003ecarrick Unravelled Pino…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eSmall-Batch Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bannockburn, Central Otago\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eVineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e: Towan Vineyard \u0026amp; Cairnmuir Terraces (estate-grown, certified organic)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003eHarvest Dates\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20–31 March 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Indigenous yeast, 29% whole bunch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003eMaturation\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8 months in seasoned French oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13.5% | \u003cstrong data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003eAcidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5.8 g\/L | \u003cstrong data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003eRS\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u0026lt;2 g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4,620 x 6-bottle cases\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2085\"\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2024–2030\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003eFarming Certification\u003c\/strong\u003e: Biogro Organic \u0026amp; SWNZ Sustainable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003eExpert Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2187\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e⭐ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2214\"\u003eCameron Douglas MS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2562\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2562\"\u003e“Pristine bouquet of ripeness and variety… chalky tannin texture, red berry fruits, contrasting acidity, raspberry, strawberry, cherry, rose, and fine lees complexity. A lovely lighter-weight expression with spice and soft oak complexity. Well made and ready to drink from mid to late 2025 through 2030+.” \u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-secondary inline-flex items-center rounded-full bg-[#f4f4f4] select-none dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary  h-[22px] px-2 text-[0.5em] font-medium ms-1\" title=\"carrick Unravelled Pinot Noir 2022.docx\"\u003ecarrick Unravelled Pino…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2567\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2587\"\u003eFinePinot Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2590\"\u003eAn \u003cstrong data-start=\"2593\" data-end=\"2645\"\u003eorganic, early-drinking Central Otago Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e with bright red fruit, gentle spice, and silky texture. Perfect for relaxed meals—stone-grilled pizza with prosciutto, rocket and buffalo mozzarella, or a simple charcuterie board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carrick","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":45869399998622,"sku":"C-CUPN-750","price":24.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/0659\/0268\/files\/CarrickUnravelledPinotNoir.webp?v=1755074975"},{"product_id":"carrick-bannockburn-pinot-noir","title":"CARRICK Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2022","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eCarrick’s flagship Pinot Noir, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"283\"\u003eBannockburn 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e, epitomises the estate’s deep connection to its organically farmed site on the Cairnmuir Terraces and Arthur’s Vineyard. Known for structure, elegance, and ageing potential, this wine draws from four estate parcels—planted 28 years ago—capturing the distinctive character of Bannockburn’s semi-continental climate and glacial alluvial soils\u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-secondary inline-flex items-center rounded-full bg-[#f4f4f4] select-none dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary  h-[22px] px-2 text-[0.5em] font-medium ms-1\" title=\"carrick Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2022.docx\"\u003ecarrick Bannockburn Pin…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-secondary inline-flex items-center rounded-full bg-[#f4f4f4] select-none dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary  h-[22px] px-2 text-[0.5em] font-medium ms-1\" title=\"bbpn22-tasting-note.pdf\"\u003ebbpn22-tasting-note\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003eThe 2022 season was warm, with replenishing early autumn rain, a dry harvest finish, and ideal flowering conditions that delivered excellent yields and quality. Hand-picked between \u003cstrong data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"897\"\u003e22–29 March\u003c\/strong\u003e, the fruit (clones 10\/5, 5, and 13) was destemmed and fermented separately. After \u003cstrong data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003e17–22 days on skins\u003c\/strong\u003e, the wine was pressed and matured for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003e10 months in French oak barriques (19% new)\u003c\/strong\u003e, before blending and a further six months’ maturation in tank. Bottled unfined and coarsely filtered, this wine has the hallmarks of a long-lived Central Otago Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-secondary inline-flex items-center rounded-full bg-[#f4f4f4] select-none dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary  h-[22px] px-2 text-[0.5em] font-medium ms-1\" title=\"unpn22-tasting-note.pdf\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/0659\/0268\/files\/Screenshot_2025-08-13_185243.png?v=1755075216\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-secondary inline-flex items-center rounded-full bg-[#f4f4f4] select-none dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary  h-[22px] px-2 text-[0.5em] font-medium ms-1\" title=\"unpn22-tasting-note.pdf\"\u003e(Variety Planting Map of Carrick)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003eAromas of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003echerry, cranberry, redcurrant, thyme, and tea leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e lead into a vibrant, elegant palate framed by fine tannins and refreshing acidity. Earthy undertones and savoury spice add depth, while the finish is long and balanced—already charming, yet structured for cellaring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eSmall-Batch Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bannockburn, Central Otago\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003eVineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cairnmuir Terraces \u0026amp; Arthur’s Vineyard (certified organic – BioGro 5056)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003eClones\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10\/5, 5, 13\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: 22–29 March 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Destemmed, separate parcel ferments, 17–22 days on skins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eOak Maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10 months in French oak barriques (19% new), then 6 months in tank\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14% | \u003cstrong data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eAcidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7.8 g\/L | \u003cstrong data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003eRS\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u0026lt;1 g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2154\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2154\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003eFining\/Filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e: Unfined, coarse filtration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003eCases Produced\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2,544 x 6 packs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2024–2034\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003eExpert Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2187\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e⭐\u003cstrong data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2275\"\u003eCameron Douglas MS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2546\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2546\"\u003e“A lovely bouquet of flowers and light red berry fruits, gentle savoury spice and fine tannins with a backbone of acidity. Red cherry, strawberry and plum, light dried herb and a lengthy finish. Youthful, generous and energetic.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2567\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2587\"\u003eFinePinot Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2590\"\u003eA classic Central Otago Pinot Noir—structured, savoury, and deeply expressive of Bannockburn’s unique terroir. Perfect with duck breast, date \u0026amp; orange purée, baba ghanoush, or wild mushroom risotto.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carrick","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":45869406912670,"sku":"C-CBPN-750","price":41.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/0659\/0268\/files\/CarrickBannockburnPinotNoir_6303f8c9-4fd0-4f0c-a40e-35150ee2a905.webp?v=1755076337"},{"product_id":"carrick-magetic-pinot-noir-2022","title":"CARRICK Magnetic Pinot Noir 2022","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eCarrick’s highly coveted limited release, \u003cb\u003eThe Magnetic 2022\u003c\/b\u003e, epitomises the estate’s deep connection to its organically farmed site on the Cairnmuir Terraces. Known for its extreme rarity and intensity, this single-block, single-clone (Abel) masterpiece captures the distinctive character of Bannockburn’s semi-continental climate and glacial alluvial soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 season was warm, delivering excellent yields and quality. Hand-picked on \u003cb\u003e23 March\u003c\/b\u003e, the fruit was fermented using 100% indigenous wild yeast. After \u003cb\u003e16 days on skins\u003c\/b\u003e, the wine was pressed and matured for \u003cb\u003e10 months in 7 French oak barriques (15% new)\u003c\/b\u003e. Bottled unfined and unfiltered, this wine has the hallmarks of a long-lived Central Otago Pinot Noir, with only 311 cases produced for the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/0659\/0268\/files\/Screenshot_2025-08-13_185243.png?v=1755075216\" alt=\"Variety Planting Map of Carrick\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.85em; color: #555;\"\u003e(Variety Planting Map of Carrick)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromas of \u003cb\u003ebaked cherry, star anise, nutmeg, and toasted hazelnuts\u003c\/b\u003e lead into a vibrant, elegant palate framed by fine, velvety tannins. Earthy undertones, wild thyme, and savoury spice add profound depth, while the finish is long, mineral-driven, and perfectly balanced—already charming, yet intricately structured for long-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eSmall-Batch Detail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRegion:\u003c\/b\u003e Bannockburn, Central Otago\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVineyards:\u003c\/b\u003e Single Block, Cairnmuir Terraces (certified organic – BioGro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClones:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% Abel Clone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/b\u003e 23 March 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% indigenous wild yeast, 16 days on skins\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOak Maturation:\u003c\/b\u003e 10 months in 7 French oak barriques (15% new)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/b\u003e 14.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFining\/Filtration:\u003c\/b\u003e Unfined, unfiltered\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCases Produced:\u003c\/b\u003e 311 cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/b\u003e 2025–2035\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpert Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⭐ \u003cb\u003eCameron Douglas MS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\"Layers of red berry fruits, spice, mineral, and dried herb, with the signature French oak influence of clove and wood smoke. Beautifully balanced with fine-grained tannins and a bright mineral cadence, sailing long and true on the finish. 95 Points.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinePinot Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare, highly sought-after Central Otago Pinot Noir—pure, intense, and deeply expressive of its single-block terroir. The legendary Abel clone delivers remarkable structure and spice. Perfect with chargrilled lamb loin with a hazelnut crust and wild mushrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Carrick","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":47866009223326,"sku":"C-CBPN-750","price":59.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/0659\/0268\/files\/CarrickTheMageticPinotNoir.webp?v=1781688565"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/0659\/0268\/collections\/foreground.webp?v=1781842881","url":"https:\/\/finepinot.com.au\/collections\/carrick.oembed","provider":"Fine Pinot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}