Showing touches of cola and mocha from its oak aging, the 2018 Central Otago Pinot Noir also comes from a warmer vintage, so it is a slightly bigger, more powerful wine than the 2017 or 2019 versions. Ripe cherries are underscored by entwined herbal tendrils in this medium to full-bodied effort, framed by gently dusty tannins and a long, silky-textured finish.

Intense and succulent cherry, blood orange and cranberry flavors are fresh and refreshing, with details of cigar, clay, clove and cedar, gaining momentum on the finish. Drink now through 2030. 1,000 cases made, 150 cases imported.??–MW??Region: New Zealand / Central Otago Select to Add