The 2007 season in Central Otago was essentially excellent. Some producers reported a bit of shrivel but generally intense flavours and a lot of mid palate richness will be the go. Felton Road are great believers in biodynamic principles especially those of Steiner and feel that this vintage demonstrates its worth. I gather the wine was only bottled three or four weeks ago and for this reason I suggest waiting a little while at which stage I feel a better picture will emerge. The nose has loads of ripe red cherry and char with a hint of sour Morello style cherry. The palate shows sweet fruit that is very big across the mid palate, cherry flavours, a bit of dried herbs and a lovely silky texture. The mid palate grunt doesn’t translate through to the end at this stage and hopefully will fill out over the next few months. The oak is more subtle on the palate than indicated by the nose.

Rated : 93+ Points
Tasted : May08
Alcohol : 14%
Closure : Screwcap
Drink : 2009 - 2015