Buy of the week - Bob Campbell, The Real Review

"How do you make and sell a recognisably Central Otago pinot noir for the modest sum of NZD $19.99?

Part of the answer must be to make lots of it. Certainly, the McArther Ridge vineyard was viticulture on a grand scale when I last visited it some considerable time ago. The wine shows no sign of being stretched or pushed. It is simply a good drink.

McArthur Ridge’s entry-level wine delivers more than it’s price suggests it might. Pretty cherry and violet flavours with a seasoning of spice. There is a touch of wood-smoke suggesting clumsy oak but the wine delivers plenty for its humble price tag. (Screwcap)

Score: 89 ★★★ Bob Campbell, 89/100

Following on from the success of the Southern Tor.  McArthur Ridge do it again but at a silly, silly price.  Rest assured this price will not be about long.  In fact this is only a Matariki Weekend special for us.

Decanter Wine Awards 2022, 95/100 and Gold medal. “Nice bouquet, pretty and fresh, a core of light red berry fruits with a fine savoury layer adding depth and charm. Lovely mouthfeel, 
delicious and long.” 

 
Winestate – Best Value Award.