Burn Cottage Moonlight Race Pinot Noir 2021

This wine offers an intense aromatic and palatable palette dominated by notes of boysenberry and strawberry, complemented by a subtle smoky and mineral undertone. On the palate, it is full and sophisticated, with finely structured tannins that provide elegance and depth. The finish is long and delicious, with a slight tension that promises even more development over time.

Burn Cottage Moonlight Race 2021 is an elegant dry red wine made from Pinot Noir in the renowned Central Otago region of New Zealand and is available to buy from our online store. Produced by Burn Cottage Winery, founded in 2002 by Marquis and Dianne Sauvage, this wine stands out for reflecting the essence of the region and the variety, consolidating its reputation as one of the great Pinot Noir producers in New Zealand.

The name Moonlight Race pays homage to an ancient river channel that runs through the Burn Cottage property, part of the hundreds of channels created by early European immigrants to bring water down from the mountains. This channel, fed by melted snow and rainfall high in the Pisa mountain range, symbolises the connection between nature and the vineyard. In line with its commitment to biodynamic farming, Burn Cottage integrates the lunar phases as an essential part of the care of its vineyards.

Moonlight Race wine is a vibrant expression that combines grapes from three distinctive vineyards: Burn Cottage Vineyard in Lowburn and Sauvage & Luna Vineyards in Bannockburn. Each plot brings character and complexity, achieving a unique balance that represents classic Central Otago Pinot Noir. Vinification includes fermentations with indigenous yeasts, while the wine is carefully aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, achieving outstanding depth and structure.

Buying Burn Cottage Moonlight Race 2021 wine is an opportunity to explore the richness and complexity of a handcrafted Pinot Noir, ideal to accompany red meats, mushrooms and sophisticated dishes. This wine captures the essence of Central Otago, from its vineyards to its biodynamic production, offering a unique experience in every glass. Order now and discover the magic of this exceptional wine.