Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2020

This is almost always my favourite NZ Pinot Noir and the recently arrived 2020 does not disappoint. Ian Cook - FWC

Most of the fruit comes off free-draining Terrace soils and older vine sites. Oldest vine age core, let’s say. This wine is 40% whole bunch.

Bold, full and concentrated style, albeit finds structure and levity from frisky acidity and fine, lacy tannin profile. Richness and density in perfume from hello. Dark cherry, mocha notes, liquorice, sweet tobacco and white pepper. Palate and bouquet in synch on characters. Feels fine, trim, a little tough but pulled very long. Great expression. Drink 2022-2035+. 94 points, Mike Bennie, The Wine Front.