McArthur Ridge Southern Tor Central Otago Pinot Noir 2019

July 11, 2020By Yvonne

McArthur Ridge Southern Tor Central Otago Pinot Noir 2019 $29 Shiny-new and showing a tonne of potential, this Central Otago-grown pinot noir has classic blueberry, rosehip and cherry aromatics and buckets of raspberry on the front palate.  It’s refreshing and young and the acidity is right up front, however it’s looking like it’ll morph into … Read More

McArthur Ridge Southern Tor Central Otago Pinot Noir 2018

July 11, 2020By Yvonne

McArthur Ridge Southern Tor Central Otago Pinot Noir 2018 $29 If you’re looking for cosy, cuddly, plump, plush pinot noir then you’ve come to the correct cul-de-sac my friend.  Built from Alexandra-grown grapes, this supple-structured wine shows cherry, smoked rhubarb and spice layers, a soft yet solid spine and a long, red-fruited finish. http://mcarthurridge.nz/shop/pinot-noir

McArthur Ridge Falls Dam Central Otago Pinot Gris 2019

June 18, 2020By Yvonne

McArthur Ridge Falls Dam Central Otago Pinot Gris 2019 $20 Classic Central Otago pinot gris here folks, all zesty pear and apple, and it nicely nunchucks you around the face with nashi pear, strudel spices, clean acidity and springy textures.  Lush, plush and perky to sip, it deserves to be chilled down and enjoyed with … Read More

McArthur Ridge Lilico Central Otago Pinot Rosé 2019

June 16, 2020By Yvonne

McArthur Ridge Lilico Central Otago Pinot Rosé 2019 $16.50 Scented with berry brioche and buckets of cherries, this Central Otago rosé roars with creamy cherry clafoutis flavours on the palate.  Hints of pink peppercorn and spice round out the finish of this crisp, full-bodied and frisky rosé. http://www.mcarthurridge.nz  

Brass Knocker Central Otago Pinot Noir 2019

June 9, 2020By Yvonne

Brass Knocker Central Otago Pinot Noir 2019 $21.90 Scarlet-bright in the glass and showing soft spices, black tea, blueberry and cherry on the nose and palate.  The acidity is firm and fresh (as you’d expect from its youth), however it’s got good ‘pinosity’ or pinot-presence in the mouth.  It’s a very attractive, glossy wine in … Read More