2017 Fromm Clayvin Vineyard Pinot Noir

97 POINTS

Sam Kim - Wine Orbit

A magnificent offering; the fabulously fragrant bouquet shows dark berry aromas with dried herb, warm spice, flint, almond and floral notes, followed by a impeccably focused palate that offers outstanding weight and depth. It is multi-layered and symphonic, as well as firmly structured, promising to evolve graciously. From the Brancott Valley district. Certified organic. www.frommwinery.co.nz.

97 POINTS

Sam Kim - Wine Orbit

A magnificent offering; the fabulously fragrant bouquet shows dark berry aromas with dried herb, warm spice, flint, almond and floral notes, followed by a impeccably focused palate that offers outstanding weight and depth. It is multi-layered and symphonic, as well as firmly structured, promising to evolve graciously. From the Brancott Valley district. Certified organic. www.frommwinery.co.nz.

96 POINTS

James Suckling

A strong red-cherry nose with a deep sense of complexity that is, for now, tightly buried in this young pinot. There is plenty of spice and earthy sous bois to come with some more time. The pedigree is instantly seen on the palate with an enthralling interplay of power and elegance. Long, fresh and pure cherries and red plums fold through layers of fine tannins. Drink in 2023.

95 POINTS

Bob Campbell MW

Bright, fresh, high energy pinot noir with cherry, fresh herb, floral, red rose, and spicy oak flavours. Fromm's best known pinot noir showing good concentration and consistency, the benefits, perhaps, of vine age

95 POINTS

Bob Campbell MW - The Real Review

Bright, fresh, high energy pinot noir with cherry, fresh herb, floral, red rose, and spicy oak flavours. Fromm's best known pinot noir showing good concentration and consistency, the benefits, perhaps, of vine age

92 POINTS

Joe Czerwinski - Wine Advocate

Hints of struck flint and pencil shavings join black cherries on the nose of the 2017 Clayvin Vineyard Pinot Noir. Medium to full-bodied, with a dry, dusty, firm finish marked by sturdy tannins, this wine needs at least 2-3 years in the cellar to soften and fill out.