{"product_id":"2025-felton-road-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2025 Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir comes from a north-facing slope at the heart of The Elms vineyard in Bannockburn, Central Otago. Planted in 1993, this block brings together loess, silt, clay deposits and schist gravels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts appeal lies in the relationship between delicate perfume and underlying structure. Organic and biodynamic estate farming supports a detailed single-block expression, with the vines now in their fourth decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSettled flowering conditions helped offset an early frost, while a measured end to ripening preserved detail. Fermentation used indigenous yeasts and 25% whole clusters, with gentle gravity handling and hand plunging. Seventeen months in French oak, 28% new, preceded bottling in August 2026 without fining or filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProducer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFelton Road\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlock 5 Pinot Noir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVintage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentral Otago\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSubregion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBannockburn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew Zealand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClosure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew Cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStill red wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-block wine from The Elms vineyard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVines planted in 1993.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganic and biodynamic estate farming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndigenous yeasts and whole-cluster inclusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottled unfined and unfiltered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMorello cherry and rose-petal perfume lead the expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFluid and composed, with an intricate interplay of fruit and flowers over a substantial structural foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe suggest duck breast, roast quail, pork with thyme, mushroom pithivier or a warm lentil and walnut salad. Choose savoury, moderately rich dishes that support the wine's fragrance without overwhelming it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14–16°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine's youthful detail and underlying structure make it a candidate for patient cellaring. Keep bottles in cool, stable conditions, and taste periodically to follow the balance of perfume, fruit and tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCritic Scores \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCritic scores and reviews will be updated when available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Joval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68007228899630,"sku":"FELPNO25-BL5","price":159.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2025_Felton_Road_Block_5_Pinot_Noir_750ml.png?v=1794456520","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2025-felton-road-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}