- Last updated on March 1, 2023
Welcome! Amisfield Pinot Noir review.
Amisfield Pinot Noir is a wine that embodies the essence of Central Otago in New Zealand.
With its impeccable balance and complexity, this wine showcases the region’s unique terroir and the winery’s commitment to quality winemaking.
Find below our Amisfield Pinot Noir review along with our food pairings recommendations, serving tips, curiosity, and where you can buy it.
Let’s begin!
Our Amisfield Pinot Noir Review
- Brand: Amisfield
- Grape Varietal: Pinot Noir
- Region: New Zealand, Central Otago
- Tasting Notes: Cherry & Raspberry fruit notes
- Glass & Serving: Burgundy / 55-64 °F (13-18 °C) / Decant ~30mins
- Storage: Up to 5 years
- Price Range: ~$40
- Bottle Size: 750 ml
Amisfield Pinot Noir review: What's its color?
Amisfield Pinot Noir has a deep ruby color that is bright and clear and fat slow falling legs.
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Amisfield Pinot Noir review: What are the flavors?
Amisfield Pinot Noir is entirely made from Pinot Noir grapes and aged 15 months in French oak barrels.
On the nose, it offers an inviting aroma of ripe red fruit, including raspberry and cherry, with a subtle hint of floral and earthy undertones.
On the palate, it has a medium body with a smooth and velvety texture that coats the mouth.
The wine’s balanced acidity and tannins create a long and elegant finish. Flavors of dark cherry, blackberry, and spice dominate, complemented by a touch of vanilla.
Is Amisfield Pinot Noir wine sweet?
No, it’s not sweet. Amisfield Pinot Noir wine is a dry wine.
Dry wine contains less than 15 g/L.
Learn more about wine sweetness level here.
Amisfield Pinot Noir review: Which food pairs well with it?
Amisfield Pinot Noir is an excellent pairing for a wide range of dishes, including meat options such as roasted duck breast, lamb chops, or beef tenderloin.
For vegetarian and vegan options, try pairing it with roasted root vegetables, wild mushroom risotto, or eggplant Parmesan.
For cheese pairings, try with creamy Brie, Pecorino, or Parmigiano.
Amisfield Pinot Noir review: What's its alcohol content?
Amisfield Pinot Noir wine’s alcohol content is 14.5%.
In case you wonder about alcohol content or more precisely Alcohol By Volume, i.e. ABV, measure the alcoholic strength of a drink.
There is a direct relationship between the sugar left in the wine after the alcoholic fermentation has taken place, i.e. Residual Sugar or RS, and ABV.
During alcoholic fermentation, the yeast transforms the sugar in the grape juice into alcohol.
Grapes with high residual sugar will therefore produce dry wine with a high ABV.
How many calories are in a glass of Amisfield Pinot Noir wine?
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture [1] a 5-ounce glass will contain about 120 to 130 calories.
Alcohol contains 7 calories per gram. So a wine with high ABV will have higher calories per glass than wine with low ABV.
Furthermore, sugar contributes to the calorie count.
A dry wine will usually have 4 calories per gram vs a sweet wine that will have around 20 calories per gram of carbs, which include sugar.
What is Amisfield Estate?
Here is an extract from the Amisfield Estate website:
“Our simple philosophy is to nurture nature at every step and our hands-off approach means that our process takes time, with our wines yielding exceptional purity, intensity and vibrancy.“
Conclusion
Overall, Amisfield Pinot Noir is an exceptional wine that showcases the unique terroir of Central Otago.
Its balanced and complex flavors make it a perfect pairing for a wide range of dishes, making it an excellent choice for any wine enthusiast.
Once you had it, we’d love to know your opinion, so reach out and let’s know what you think! Cheers!
