Chard Farm Central Otago The Tiger Pinot Noir 2017

The Tiger is named after the late ‘Tiger’ Thomson (no relation to yours truly, although I’d be proud if he was).

Misha’s Vineyard The High Note Pinot Noir 2017

The Misha in this increasingly well known brand is co-owner Misha Wilkinson, who celebrated 11 years of winemaking in Central Otago with her 2017 wines.

Chard Farm Central Otago Mata-Au Pinot Noir 2017

Light in colour and big on flavour, this is one of three sub-regional expressions of Pinot Noir made by Chard Farm

Chard Farm Central Otago Viper Vineyard 2017

The Viper Vineyard Pinot is my pick of the single  vineyard wines from the 2017 release from Chard Farm.

Jules Taylor Marlborough Pinot Noir 2018

This is a delicious wine, packed with layers of flavour, intriguing spice flavours, layers of oak and earthiness

Rockburn The Chosen Central Otago Pinot Noir 2018 

Another knockout Pinot Noir from Rockburn

Neudorf Vineyards Nelson Pinot Noir 2001

This wine has held together remarkably well. There's still some juicy acidity in the finish while the flavours are bright.

Rockburn 'The Art' Pinot Noir 2016

This is an expensive wine by any standard but it is such a beautifully crafted wine it can wear its price tag with pride.