Tasting Notes: Welcoming on the nose, with soft notes of loganberry, morello cherry, plum and damask rose. On the palate, the impression is of density and darkness, with berry fruit and Sacher torte notes supported by robust, but pillowy tannins and a fine vein of blackcurrant acidity.
About Fromm:
Fromm has remained staunchly boutique choosing to produce no more than 7,000 cases a year. With a quality without compromise attitude, Fromm although known for Pinot Noir also makes fine examples of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Syrah and Rosé. All the wines are certified organic through BioGro.
Waiting on reviews of this vintage, but it stands on great shoulders. see reviews below of prior releases.
Sam Kim - wineorbit.co.nz --97/100 points 5 stars
Deeply coloured and richly fruited, the wine shows blackcurrant, cured meat, thyme and nutmeg aromas, leading to a concentrated palate displaying outstanding weight and density, while remaining silky and harmonious. Superbly structured by loads of fine tannins, finishing impressively long and robust. Certified organic. At its best: 2024 to 2036. $85.00. www.frommwinery.co.nz. May 2022.
Cameron Douglas MS, camdouglas.com 96 points-outstanding
Opaque at the core with dark purple and ruby hues. A youthful and complex bouquet centering on scents of dark berries and baking spices, a natural earthy quality and sense of place. Taut and youthful on the palate with firm, ripe with textures of tannin and squeeze of acidity. Dark berries and clove, baked plum, violets and vanilla. A complex and delicious wine that will age well offering excellent food pairing or a fine glass of wine on its own. Best drinking from 2025 through 2035+.
Bob Campbell MW, www.therealreview.com 94/100 points 4 star Silver
Dense, inky malbec with cassis/dried berry fruits, dark chocolate, floral/violet and spicy oak flavours. Intense, yet elegant red with good cellaring potential. High energy wine with an impressively lengthy finish 11 MAY 2022 Cellar 2021–2035
James Suckling, www.jamessuckling.com 93/100 points
28 Sep, 2022 – Inviting aromas of crushed red cherries, sliced plums, nutmeg and crushed stone. Medium-bodied with powdery tannins. Juicy and bloody on the palate with succulent red and black fruit. Seamless balance and texture. From organically grown grapes. Drink now.
