James Suckling – Firm and tight licorice, graphite, slate and light dried strawberry. Goes to iron. Flowers. Medium body. Creamy and fine tannins with a rather dusty finish. Fresh acidity and long and linear finish. Structured. From biodynamically grown grapes. Better after 2024, but already beautiful. - 98 Points, James Suckling
James Suckling – Aromas of racy red fruits of cranberries and strawberries with rose petals, red licorice and tangerines. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity and fine-grained juicy tannins. Tangy and appetizing wine with good drinkability. Slightly sweet and sour fruit at the end.
James Suckling – "A beautiful nose of sliced strawberries, crushed cherries, violets, grated nutmeg and a hint of white pepper. Some hibiscus, too. Supremely vibrant and perfumed with fine tannins that run the length of the medium-bodied palate. Textural. Ground spice and fresh fruit are intertwined, providing wonderful depth and complexity. So long as well. Seamless balance. Superb. Sustainable. Drink or hold." - 98 Points James Suckling - Wine of the Year, Top 100 NZ Wines for 2022
Huon Hooke – "Concentrated, complex pinot noir with cassis, blackberry, dark cherry, violet, wood smoke and savoury/dried herb flavours. Accessible now but with a proven history of ageing gracefully. Elegant wine with impressive power." 98 Points - (Bob Campbell MW, The Real Review)
The Wine Front – There’s a curious smell of neoprene here, or bicycle inner-tube, aside that there’s cherry and raspberry, charcoal briquettes, cassia bark, and some dried rose and mint perfume. It’s medium-bodied, dried cherry and pomegranate, a smoky and smudgy feel to tannin, quite savoury and autumnal, with a spiced tobacco finish of good length. Nice wine. Fleshy and flavoursome, with a little tamarillo/sweet tomato tang to close.
The Wine Front – You can buy with confidence. This hits the nail on the head. It’s fragrant, pretty, varietal and juicy. Drinkability as a result is writ large, though the wine’s fine/firm tannin structure suggests that it’s going nowhere in a hurry. Now or later. Strawberries, red cherries and assorted spice. Some tang but not in a sweet-sour way. Oak well in check. Dry finish with a bit of crackle and spice to it. Lovely.
Wine Enthusiast – "It's beautifully fruited and inviting on the nose showing ripe cherry, green olive, nutmeg, and subtle spice aromas, leading to an elegantly weighted palate that's juicy and persistent. Splendidly harmonious and soothing, making it highly enjoyable. At its best: now to 2029."
- 98 Points - Winestate Magazine
James Halliday – One of three 3 single-clone pinots in this range. 100% whole bunches and wild ferment. Alluring crimson colours in the glass, sophisticated cherry aromas that want to be swallowed up by the stems. Starts out a little reserved but builds on the palate with real power and depth. Dark cherry and raspberry notes in abundance, with layers and layers unfolding in the bottle for hours. Totally engaging. - Halliday Wine Companion
Pinot Noir, often referred to as the "heartbreak grape," is celebrated for its finicky nature and the rewards it offers when cultivated with care. Originating from the Burgundy region of France, this varietal has now found homes in various corners of the globe, from the cool climates of New Zealand's South Island to the sun-kissed valleys of California. The grape's thin skin and sensitivity to its environment mean that even slight variations in terroir can lead to vastly different flavor profiles. Tasters might detect notes of ripe cherries and raspberries in one bottle, while another might reveal undertones of earth, leather, and tea. This inherent complexity makes Pinot Noir a favorite among enthusiasts, eager to explore its multifaceted expressions. Its adaptability to a range of culinary dishes, from salmon to duck, further cements its status as a beloved choice for wine lovers around the world.
Pinot Noir is a red wine grape variety known for producing some of the world’s most refined and sophisticated wines. It is a thin-skinned grape that is difficult to grow, but when grown in the right conditions, it can produce light to medium-bodied wines with flavours of red and black fruit, earth and spice. Pinot Noir is often called the “heartbreak grape” because of its finicky nature, but it is also highly prized by winemakers and wine enthusiasts alike. Pinot prefers cold climates and, unlike other popular grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon, it won’t grow anywhere — Pinot only thrives when the conditions are right.
Pinot Noir is a popular varietal that is grown in many regions around the world. Some of the most popular Pinot Noir wines come from Burgundy, France, where the grape is said to have originated. Other popular regions for Pinot Noir include California, Oregon, Australia, Germany, Northern Italy and New Zealand. Some of the most well-known Pinot Noir wines include Domaine de la Romanée-Conti in Burgundy, Kistler Vineyards in California, and Williams Selyem in Oregon.
Pinot Noir can be made in various styles, depending on the region and winemaking techniques. Some Pinot Noir wines are light and fruity, while others are full-bodied and complex. Some of the different types of Pinot Noir wine include: Burgundy Pinot Noir: These wines are often light, tart and delicate, with black fruit and earth flavours. Mushrooms and undergrowth are common traits in Burgundian Pinot, and new oak spice aromas are not as noticeable. New World Pinot Noir: These wines are often more fruit-forward and full-bodied, with flavours of black cherry, raspberry and spice. You’ll notice new oak scents in these expressions, but only sometimes earthbound aromas. Sparkling Pinot Noir: Pinot Noir is also used to make sparkling wines, such as Champagne and others. Together with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir is one of the key ingredients in the most elegant sparkling white and rosé wines.
The best Pinot Noir wines are often a matter of personal taste, but some of the most highly rated and sought-after Pinot Noir wines include: Bouchard Pere & Fils: This Burgundy producer is known for producing some of the world’s finest and highly prized Pinot Noir wines. La Crema: This California producer is known for producing rich and complex Pinot Noir wines highly sought after by wine enthusiasts. 42 Degrees South: This producer from New Zealand is known for producing elegant and balanced Pinot Noir wines that critics and wine enthusiasts highly rate. New Zealand is becoming a leading source of fine Pinot at affordable prices.
Pinot Noir is not amongst the most planted grapes in the world despite its popularity, and it’s because it only grows in specific places and can only be tamed by expert hands. Opening a bottle of Pinot Noir is always a special occasion. Explore our collection of Pinot Noir and add a couple of bottles to your cellar for everyday enjoyment and memorable dinner parties; Pinot Noir never disappoints.
We aim to have all wines be vintage specific. In the case the listed vintage is out of stock and you note you would like that particular vintage, we will inform you via email for approval to go ahead.
Delivery Times
To be able to supply such a unique & extensive range of boutique wines, we don't hold much of the inventory. So with us, there is the added step of receiving the wine from our local suppliers before it is dispatched to you. Most orders are dispatched within 3-6 working days.
Quality Guarantee
Replacement or refund offered if bottles are faulty or damaged. All our deliveries are insured against loss, however you must notify us in a reasonable amount of time.
Sending a Gift
If you would like to include a gift message with your order, please enter that in the order instructions section. We'll print your message in a lovely font on A5 paper. We also won't include the invoice. Tracking will be sent to the email on file.
We aim to have all wines be vintage specific. In the case the listed vintage is out of stock and you note you would like that particular vintage, we will inform you via email for approval to go ahead.
To be able to supply such a unique & extensive range of boutique wines, we don't hold much of the inventory. So with us, there is the added step of receiving the wine from our local suppliers before it is dispatched to you. Most orders are dispatched within 3-6 working days.
Replacement or refund offered if bottles are faulty or damaged. All our deliveries are insured against loss, however you must notify us in a reasonable amount of time.
If you would like to include a gift message with your order, please enter that in the order instructions section. We'll print your message in a lovely font on A5 paper. We also won't include the invoice. Tracking will be sent to the email on file.