Ratings
90 points by Grape Observer (2020 vintage) · Gold Medal at Global Pinot Noir Masters 2026.
Awards
Gold Medal at Global Pinot Noir Masters 2026.
Identity
| Producer | Cloudy Bay |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | Pinot Noir |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep ruby red |
| Aroma | Floral layers, gentle spices, red berries, plums, rose petals, cedar, fig, cocoa, hazelnuts, exotic spices, earthy hints, toasted and smoky notes. |
| Palate | Medium-bodied, elegant and delicate with soft, silky tannins, juicy acidity, bright red fruits, creamy texture, and a long, refined finish. |
| Finish | Long, silky, and refined finish with lingering red fruit, subtle spice, and balanced acidity. |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with lamb, white meat, pasta, lighter game meats (duck, rabbit), roasted vegetables, berries, herbs, and chargrilled dishes. |
| Aging Potential | Ready to drink now, with aging potential of 5-10 years. |
| Serving Glassware | Wide goblet with a long stem |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | Matured in French oak barrels for 11 months, 35% new oak. |
| Fermentation | Fermented in open-top fermenters with wild yeast; skins gently submerged with an average of 18 days skin contact. |
Terroir
| Soil | Alluvial gravel and deep clay soils |
| Harvest Type | Manual |
| Harvest Desc | Pinot Noir grapes were handpicked before being gravity fed into open-top fermenters. |
Interesting facts
| Cloudy Bay was one of the first wineries to venture into Marlborough in 1985, named after the bay discovered by Captain James Cook in 1770. Part of the LVMH group, it is renowned for quality and innovation. |
Logistics
| Barcode | 9418408080011 |
| Weight | 1.00 kg |