The 2006 Pinot Noir is most impressive with a tight nose of black cherries and red currants – quintessential Central Otago with superb delineation and vigor. The palate displays very good weight with vibrant acidity, notes of black cherries, plum, a little black pepper and earth towards the finish. This is an elegant, very focused Pinot Noir with a surprisingly mineral-rich finish. Located in Parkburn, Central Otago overlooking Lake Dunstan, Mount Dottrel is a small, boutique producer owned by the McCallum family, with James and Robin Dicey acting as consultants overseeing their 21-hectare vineyard. No known American importer.