Offering top value, the 2020 vintage (4*) was matured for 10 months in French oak barriques (18 per cent new). Full, bright ruby, it is mouthfilling, with fresh cherry, plum and spice flavours, showing very good vigour and intensity, lively acidity and a finely poised finish. Best drinking 2023+.
Details
Type: Red Wines
Variety: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2020
Overall Rating for All Vintages Tasted: ★★★✰ – 3.5 Stars
Price: $22 NZD
Sweetness: DRY
Value for Money: V+
When to drink: 2023
Past Vintages:
Vintage: 2020; Winemaker’s Rating: 6/7; When to Drink: 22 – 27
Vintage: 2019; Winemaker’s Rating: 7/7; When to Drink: 22 – 24
Vintage: 2018; Winemaker’s Rating: 4/7; When to Drink: 22 – 24
Notes: WR provided by wineries. P = Peaked.
Reviewed March 2022