Domaine Thomson Explorer Pinot Noir is a captivating red wine from Central Otago, New Zealand. It boasts a delicate balance of dark cherries and ripe plums on the nose, combined with subtle tones of thyme and lavishly toasted oak. The palate unravels exquisite layers of bright red fruit, entwined with hints of cinnamon spice, and fine tannins. This Pinot Noir is complex yet elegant with its graceful acidity. Crafted by preserving the purest expression of the grape, it lends a remarkable lingering finish, making this an exceptional vintage deserving the highest recognition. Perfect for extravagant dares or intimate gatherings with discerning wine lovers.

Tasting Notes

This is an elegant, single vineyard and low intervention Pinot Noir from Central Otago. Lively floral bouquet of violets, with blackberry, plum, guava, spice, concentrated drive on the palate.

About the Winery

Located in the picturesque landscape of Central Otago in New Zealand, Domaine Thomson is a remarkable family-owned winery. It owes its name to the adventurous Scottish geologist, explorer and wine lover David Thomson.

Domaine Thomson has been producing wines of exceptional quality for over a decade. The sprawling 14-hectare vineyard is home to resplendent Pinot Noir vines, untamed and brimming with potential. Their skilled team, headed by their gifted winemaker, takes great care in extracting the most exquisite flavours from these grapes. The process they follow is meticulous and requires immense patience, but the end result is undeniably worth it: Premium award-winning wines that have won the admiration of wine critics and enthusiasts alike.

The winner wines are biodynamically grown, thus preserving the feisty and charming character of the land. This also seems a fitting tribute to the Thomson family legacy. The vistas are as lush as can be expected and the air saturated with the warm delicious fragrance of ripening fruit.

Visitors to Domaine Thomson are treated to a memorable experience. From guided tours of the vineyards and winemaking process to tastings of their top-class wines in the elegant tasting room, all offer a delightful experience. The wines here are indeed a sensory saga of taste, smell and sight. They offer indulgence in liquid form, capturing the essence and spirit of the Central Otago wine region.

In addition to growing fine wines. Domaine Thomson also focuses immensely on sustainable practices. It’s their way of giving back to the bountiful land serving them these many years. A day spent at Domaine Thomson is indeed a day well spent. Full of intoxicating experiences, unforgettable wines, and a touch of the rich Scottish heritage that David Thomson brought along. If you fancy the finer things in life, a visit to Domaine Thomson is a must for your itinerary.

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