2021 Craggy Range Aroha Martinborough Pinot Noir

Cameron Douglas MS

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Aroha is the top Pinot from one of New Zealand's leading producers. Every vintage offers huge grace and depth, subtly expressive red fruit layered with savoury, game and earthy spice notes that unfold in the glass. Deep, nuanced and these days definitive of the Martinborough style, this is stunning wine to decant and enjoy in the near and medium term.

$165.00 in mixed 6+ or $184.00 per bottle

Overview

Grape

Pinot Noir

Its Origins

Craggy Range began with the desire to create a legacy. When Terry Peabody visited New Zealand in 1997 he was introduced to Steve Smith, MW. Terry sensed an exciting possibility in New Zealand; the exceptional climate and spirit of the people aligned with his own philosophy and desire to cut a new path. He wanted to create wines that would become internationally regarded as New World classics. The two men made an important decision from the beginning - to select and source the best land in the country, and to plant the vines perfectly suited to that soil and climate. The winery - one of the most technically advanced ever built in New Zealand - is known for uncompromising standards and meticulous craftsmanship.

What The Critics Say

96/100 Cameron Douglas MS

"A complete wine with a delicious core of ripe red berry fruits and dark plums, vanilla-spice and whisper of dried herb. There's a youthful pause on the palate then the fruits begin to layer in softening the palate adding length. This wine does not lack power, Will age gracefully."

94/100 The Wine Front, Mike Bennie

"Well, this seems to be in the zone. A flighty, flirty, pretty pinot noir with elegance as its by word and finesse writ large. Silky tannins, yes, a sluice of sour, dark cherry juice, fine, smoky, twiggy seasoning under it all and a lick of clove and anise doing a good job of seasoning. It feels so even, controlled, elegant, svelte. Superlatives for the marriage of fruit and winemaking and an overall gulpability in tow. Very good pinot, very nice feel, very lovely overall. Appealing to the max." Drink 2023 - 2020+

17/20 Jancis Robinson MW

"Still-youthful crimson. Lifted nose and quite savoury and burgundian. Transparent and youthful with real zest and potential. Lots of way to go. But so refreshing and intricate already. Tannins obvious. Lots of energy."" Drink 2024 - 2033

Stats & Food Matching

Variety	Pinot Noir
Region	Martinborough
Closure	Cork
Volume	750ml
Maturity	2023 - 2033

This Wine Goes Well With

Taste

Delivery & Returns

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