This Marlborough Pinot Noir from the Cowley Family Vineyard Main Slopes, vintage 2016, typically presents an aromatic bouquet of vibrant red fruits like cherry, raspberry, and cranberry, intertwined with delicate floral notes of rose petal and an intriguing savory undercurrent of forest floor or mushroom. Subtle hints of spice, possibly from judicious oak aging, might also be present. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with bright, characteristic New Zealand acidity and silky, fine-grained tannins. The fruit and savory notes persist, leading to an elegant, long, and satisfying finish with a touch of minerality.