2020 Pinot Noir-Zweigelt

Pinot Noir is often referred to as the wine maker’s variety. It is adored by many wine makers because it is incredibly difficult to grow as it is very sensitive to climate changes. Zweigelt is a grape variety grown and adored throughout Austria and has many characteristics that make is a sensational compliment to Pinot Noir. This wine is one of a kind. The varieties were harvested in a field blend, crushed and fermented together, and then aged for 18 months in new French Oak.

NOSE: Aromas of bright Bing cherry with a backdrop of early season strawberries are found on in this lovely bottle Pinot Noir. A subtle aroma of vanilla from the time spent in the new French Oak is present as well.

PALATE: The rich color is a result of a ripe vintage and excellent extraction of Pinot Noir and Zweigelt together. The medium palate and the medium to long finish are typical of warmer growing seasons. The cherry aromatics found on the nose follow through on the palate along with flavors of raspberry jam.

1 Review(s)

90 Points (Decanter); 87 Points (Robert Parker Wine Advocate); 89 Points (Wine & Spirits Magazine)

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Wine Specs

Vintage

2020

Varietal

Pinot Noir

Appellation

Leelanau Peninsula

Vineyard Designation

Isobel's Vineyard

Harvest Date

10/26/2020

Acid

8.3

3.62

Aging

14 months in 25% new French oak

Fermentation

Separately

Residual Sugar

Alcohol %

Robert Parker

Wine & Spirits

Wine Profile

Tasting Notes

This wine is a blend of 60% Zweigelt and 40% Pinot Noir. It is medium in body with a long finish. This delicious complex red wine is unique to Good Harbor.

Ratings

90 Points (Decanter); 87 Points (Robert Parker Wine Advocate); 89 Points (Wine & Spirits Magazine)

Awards

2023 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition - Silver Medal; 2022 Jefferson Cup Invitational - Silver Medal

Vineyard Notes

These are adjacent blocks in our oldest vineyard

Production Notes

Fermented separately and blended together based on barrel selection

Food Pairing Notes

Try pairing it with fish cooked in wine or tomato-based sauce to really bring out the flavors. It also goes well with chicken, duck, or fowl.

Other Notes

Blend is 60% Zweigelt and 40% Pinot Noir

Product Reviews

Meghan Grayum

(Jan 11, 2023 at 10:07 AM)

This is the best red I have ever tasted. The flavors work together to produce a smooth wine with a slight hint of oak barrel. It does not have the bite of a dry wine. Worth every bit of the $45 I paid. Highly recommended.