Bannockburn, Pinot Noir, 2023

Name: Bannockburn, Pinot Noir
Brand: Felton Road
Price: 281.53 GBP

Available Vintages

all 2023

justerini & brooks tasting note

Sweet red and dark berried fruit (mostly red) with subtle floral note of violets and a hint of menthol to the finish. Very pretty and attractive yet with a little more nerve and concentration to it than usual. Really nicely weighted, pure and with a very fresh crisp finish. Similar profile to the 2021. Blend of the 4 vineyards; 30% Cornish Point, 10 %Calvert, 30% MacMuir and 30% Elms. 20% whole Clusters. 13 Months in 25% French New Oak Barrels.

critic reviews

91/100Rebecca Gibb,Vinous

The 2023 Pinot Noir Bannockburn is highly fragrant, exuding florals, raspberries and blackberries. There's a savory, smoky essence which combines with the primary red fruit and rich plum fruit to make a slightly wild finish aromatically. There's plenty of concentration on the palate and layered fruit substance, with more tannic grip than you'd anticipate. You'd normally say drink now for Bannockburn, but I'd allow this a little longer to come around.

DRINKING WINDOW 2026 - 2031

date of review 07/2025

93/100Erin Larkin,Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 2023 Bannockburn Pinot Noir is vibrant and spicy, with real energy and pace on the palate. Cherry, cranberry, pomegranate and raspberry converge on a springy base of pliable tannin. The acidity, which is bright, is woven through all aspects of the fruit, and the wine feels exciting and fresh as a result. This is a great wine here. It has full flavor and resolved texture at a moderate alcohol level. 13.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.

DRINKING WINDOW 2024 - 2033

date of review 02/2025