bright, succulent, ripe red fruits create an inviting first
impression of this classic Ata Rangi. as the wine unfolds, delicate floral aromas emerge - think of dark, velvety roses - a fitting image for a wine with such luxuriously silky textural qualities. Tannins are very fine, very supple, allowing the wine to show lovely primary fruit on the nose at ths early stage. The long, long finish is laden with fruit weight and intensity that promises rewards from careful cellaring.2008 was a very favourable vintage in Martinborough, with moderate yields and ideal temperatures and weather conditions throughout the season.

An enticing nose of dark cherry with new season raspberry and wild mulberries. Hints of smoky clove and exotic spice enhance the rich flavours of sweet plum and black cherry that burst onto the palate. Very fine, supple tannins from fine French oak carry evenly right to the finish. This wine is utterly charming with underlying structure that has real weight and power.

Good colour; clear varietal plum/black cherry fruit on the bouquet
and palate given complexity by some barrel ferment characters. Gold medal Sydney Wine Show. Score: 94 points

[James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2010]

A complex array of dark berry fruits harmoniously melds with aromas of plums and black cherries. Subtle floral notes combine with spice, earthiness and toasty oak to fill out the nose. The palate is long and generous offering concentrated flavours of dark cherry, plum and spice, woven around toasty French oak. A complex mid-palate is supported by a framework of ripe silky tannins. Fresh acid structure provides balance and palate length.

To our taste, this is a better wine than its more expensive brother. A generous pinot, with ripe plums, dark cherries and subtle gamey, savoury characters. Lively acidity, fine tannins and a generous length complete an attractive and complex pinot. Try this with duck, lamb or even pork.

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