Fans of Central Otago Pinot Noir will find plenty to like here for the price. It is grown and made in a straightforward style that is neither over-ripe nor over-oaked but captures what makes Central Otago Pinot so inviting. The wine begins with an attractive black cherry and cranberry aroma with a floral component and a hint of spice. With similar flavors, it is medium-bodied with a plush, silky-smooth mouthfeel. While not a complex, age-worthy Pinot, it has enough depth and gentle tannins to make it a good choice when you need a versatile, food friendly Pinot Noir.
Mud House, Central Otago (New Zealand) Pinot Noir 2020
By Norm Roby