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Description
Mt Difficulty’s 2023 Bannockburn Pinot Noir is a bold and beautifully crafted expression of one of New Zealand’s most iconic wine regions. With a legacy that stretches back to the late 1990s, Mt Difficulty has built a reputation for producing premium Pinot Noir, and this wine more than upholds that standard.
Sourced from estate and winery-managed vineyards on the southern side of the Kawarau River, this Pinot showcases the unique terroir of Bannockburn. Low fertility soils—ranging from light sands to clays and gravels—combine with the region’s extreme diurnal shifts to produce fruit of exceptional intensity and complexity. A mix of older clones (5, 6, and 10/5) and Dijon selections (113, 115, 667, 777) adds further nuance to the blend.
It's quintessential Central Otago Pinot, with aromas of dark cherries, warm spice, and hints of dried herbs and cedar. On the palate, blackberry, plum, and raspberry notes take centre stage, supported by fine, web-like tannins that provide structure and depth. The finish is long and layered, with a touch of spice and earthy complexity that lingers beautifully.
Whether you drink it now or cellar it for a decade, this is one of the most bankable Pinots in Central Otago. It’s a true showcase of Mt Difficulty’s skill and the remarkable Bannockburn terroir.
Customer Reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 1 Total 4 star reviews: 1 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
2 reviews
- BHBrian H.Verified Buyer8 months agoReviewing2023 Mt Difficulty Bannockburn Pinot NoirRated 4 out of 5 starsBasic big-boned Central Otago Pinot
These typically need 2-3 years to show their best, right now it's a bit big and hard, but you can see the fruit is up to the trademark tannin. Pushing the price a little for a mid-tier CO Pinot, but certainly better than the also reliable (and cheaper) Maude of the same vintage.
- KKevinVerified BuyerWine Knowledge Level Enthusiast5 years agoWine Knowledge Level EnthusiastReviewing2017 Mt Difficulty Bannockburn Pinot NoirRated 5 out of 5 starsCan't go wrong
An excellent bottle and goes amazing with a nice T-Bone.
| Price Bracket | $51 to $100 |
| Type | Red |
| Body | Medium Bodied |
| Variety | Pinot Noir |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Central Otago |
| Size | 750ml |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Closure | Screw Cap |
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