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Juicy New Zealand Pinot Noir

The Central Otago region of New Zealand, on the South Island, has developed quite a name for itself when it comes to Pinot Noir.  Here we have a bottle to judge for ourselves, and let’s see if this lives up to the hype.  This one got lost for a while in the back of the fridge, and is actually not the latest vintage of this wine you can buy, but it should give us a good idea of what to expect across the board from this producer.

mud house pinot 2018Wine:   2018 Mud House Pinot Noir 

Winery Location:   Central Otago Region, New Zealand

Tasted By:    Neil & Cheri               Date:  May 2019    

Tasting Notes:  this juice is medium red in color.  The nose is quite complex, with dark berries, cherry liqour, oak, some earth and a little menthol.  You get the fruit on the palate, which is also smooth, long and quite rich.  There’s a touch of orange at the back.  Tannins are super fine and integrated.  This is a pleasure to drink.

Price Point –    $19.99

Would We Buy It?    sure would.  As Pinot Noir under $20 goes, this is really good.  The depth of flavor and complexity speak to a higher price point.  We’ll be looking to try the 2019 and confirm the quality carries over.

A votre santé!

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