Corofin Cowley Vineyard Pinot Noir is a rich and complex wine sourced from one of the top vineyards in Marlborough, New Zealand. Grown in the Cowley Vineyard on the Wairau River, this Pinot Noir has received critical acclaim for its elegant structure and nuanced flavors. The bouquet exudes dark cherry, blackberry, and plum, along with notes of vanilla and clove from the 11 months of aging in French oak barrels. On the palate, the wine is well-balanced with fine tannins and a long finish that leaves a pleasant aftertaste. This Pinot Noir is a luxurious and indulgent wine that pairs beautifully with red meat, game, and strong cheeses.

Tasting Notes

Main Slopes at its best with charcuterie-like savouriness and earthy dried florals working brilliantly together. Remarkable fruit sweetness leads the structured, saturated palate. Generous and transparent, with a verve and somewhere-ness all of its own.

About the Winery

The story of Corofin remains closely knit with the history and ventures of the Paterson family. The two remain linked inextricably through the means of different and distinct places and people. The Corofin village located on the Fergus River in the county of Clare in Ireland served as the home and origin of Clifton House. It was the residence and home of Marcus Joseph Paterson. He lived there with his family before they immigrated to New Zealand.

Hence, Corofin village served as the spiritual home of the Paterson family. It has gotten recognised as so by each generation. In addition to that, it has been the case since Marcus settled in Hawkes Bay with his family in 1927. It was here that the current owner, Mike’s, parents built their life fundamentally. They made a living from the land itself, fostering a deep connection with the environment. On top of that, they developed a healthy and necessary respect and appreciation for the land. For that reason, they implemented and incorporated various farming methods and values that inflicted minimal damage to the environment.

Present owners Mike and Anna have lived and toiled in Marlborough for a long time, gaining considerable knowledge and experience producing Marlborough wines. Nevertheless, he had a goal and desire of establishing their winery that operated with authenticity and no compromise on quality. Their ambition transformed into Corofin and its expressive wines. The drinks deliver a perfect balance of flavour and aroma that come with the ability and capability of leaving everyone mesmerised.

Today, the image or label we see on the bottles of the wines produced by Corofin represents the crest of the Paterson family. It remains rendered there using a classic and conventional engraved style. It symbolises the extensive connection between the future and the past generations.

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