Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir 2024 red-wine 30% was put to new

30% was put to new French puncheons and the rest to stainless steel tank

The vine age for these plots sits between 20 and 80 years

red and black currant and cherry fruit this has a fabulous texture shot through with lip-smacking acidity and some fine tannins

Good to decant before drinking

remains the same: wild yeast fermentation

Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir 2024 red-wine 30% was put to newAn expressive nose of red fruits, with hints of pink peppercorn, hibiscus, fresh sage and rosemary. The palate opens to plush fruit, with a dash of graphite and crushed rock. The tannins are finely textured, like crisp cut velvet. This wine has a salivating, exciting quality that sets it apart from Crimson of other years. An all encompassing wine that drinks beautifully now, its persistence and energy will reward those who cellar.