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Huon Hooke95 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Akarua
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Akarua 'Rua' Pinot Noir 2017"Far from a sold-out rarity, as is often the case with heavily awarded wines; ..."$34.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Akarua
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Akarua Pinot Noir 'Rouge' 2019"“An early bottling in a traditional ‘nouveau’ style. It is terrific to see so..."$28.99 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Akarua
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Akarua Pinot Noir 'Rouge' 2020"“An early bottling in a traditional ‘nouveau’ style. It is terrific to see so..."$28.99 -
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Bob Campbell MW96 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Amisfield
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Amisfield Breakneck Reserve Pinot Noir 2018"Amisfield's flagship wine, has bright, focused dark fruits classic to the Cen..."$80.00 -
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Bob Campbell MW95 points
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Cameron Douglas94 points
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James Suckling92 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Amisfield
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Amisfield Breakneck Reserve Pinot Noir 2019"Set against the backdrop of the majestic Pisa mountain range, Amisfield is on..."$80.00 -
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Natalie Maclean92 points
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Wine Enthusiast90 points
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James Suckling90 points
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The Wine Advoca89 points
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Vinous89 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Amisfield
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Amisfield Pinot Noir 2015"Critic tasting note: "Amisfield's Pinots can often veer towards power over el..."$54.00 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Amisfield
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Amisfield Pinot Noir 2019"Amisfield's flagship wine, has bright, focused dark fruits classic to the Cen..."$45.00 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Anthem
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Anthem Reserve Pinot Noir 2009"Well balanced and aged Reserve Pinot Noir from Central Otago"$29.99 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Burn Cottage Vineyard
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Burn Cottage 'Moonlight Race' Central Otago Pinot Noir 2017"The wine shows enticing bright fruit notes with cherry, rosehip and spice box..."$64.99 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Burn Cottage Vineyard
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Burn Cottage 'Moonlight Race' Central Otago Pinot Noir 2019"The wine shows enticing bright fruit notes with cherry, rosehip and spice box..."$64.99 -
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Bob Campbell MW95 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2011
- Brand Burn Cottage Vineyard
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Burn Cottage Pinot Noir 2011"The 2011 vintage of Burn Cottage Vineyard Pinot Noir marks the third release,..."$105.00 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Chard Farm
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Chard Farm 'Mata Au' Pinot Noir 2018"Floral and herbal is the first impression in the glass before an alluring per..."$54.99 -
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Gary Walsh94 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2010
- Brand Charteris
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Charteris The Winter Vineyard Pinot Noir 2010"Established by PJ Charteris - Charteris was established out of the Winter Vin..."$74.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2010
- Brand Craggy Range
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Craggy Range Pinot Noir Single Vineyard Calvert Vineyard 2010"Craggy Range is a family owned winery situated in the shadow of the spectacul..."$89.99 -
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Cameron Douglas98 points
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Nick Stock96 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Prophet's Rock
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Cuvee Aux Antipodes By Prophet’s Rock 2018"This Pinot Noir was made by Francois Millet, winemaker at the iconic Chamboll..."$190.00 -
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Gourmet Travell98 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Felton Road
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Felton Road 'Block 3' Pinot Noir 2013"Is this Central Otago's best producer? This wine cetainly presents a very goo..."$199.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Felton Road
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Felton Road 'Block 3' Pinot Noir 2018"Felton Road rank among the top 3 New Zealand producers, and in all honesty ar..."$129.99 -
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Bob Campbell MW97 points
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Mike Bennie94 points
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Jancis Robinson16.5 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2012
- Brand Felton Road
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Felton Road 'Calvert' Pinot Noir 2012"Felton Road is a premium wine producer stablished in 1991, the estate owns 32..."$109.99 -
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Bob Campbell MW96 points
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James Suckling93 points
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The Wine Advoca92 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Felton Road
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Felton Road 'Cornish Point' Pinot Noir 2018"The aromas are bursting with exuberant ripe plum and black cherry backed up w..."$124.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Felton Road
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Felton Road 'Cornish Point' Pinot Noir 2018"Felton Road rank among the top 3 New Zealand producers, and in all honesty ar..."$94.99 -
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Bob Campbell MW95 points
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Wine Spectator95 points
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Gary Walsh94 points
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Huon Hooke94 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Felton Road
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Felton Road Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2013"Felton Road is a premium wine producer stablished in 1991, the estate owns 32..."$99.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Felton Road
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Felton Road Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2019"Winemaker Blair Walter describes the wines of 2019 as ‘astonishing quality’. ..."$87.99 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Felton Road
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Felton Road Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2020"Felton Road rank among the top 3 New Zealand producers, and in all honesty ar..."$87.99 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Felton Road
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Felton Road Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2021"Felton Road rank among the top 3 New Zealand producers, and in all honesty ar..."$86.00
Red Wine
Red wine is made from dark-colored grape varieties. The juice from these grapes is used to make red wine, and during the fermentation process, the juice is in contact with the grape skins, which gives red wine its color. The most common types of red wine include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz/Syrah. The flavors of red wine can range from fruity to spicy, and the tannins (a naturally occurring compound that can make wine taste dry) can range from low to high. Red wine is typically served at room temperature and is often paired with red meat and strong cheeses.
Red wine is typically aged in oak barrels before it is bottled, which can add flavors and aromas such as vanilla, spice, and toast to the wine. The aging process can also affect the tannins and acidity of the wine, making it taste smoother and more balanced. Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry. In addition, there are also variations in red wine depending on the region of production, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.
Red wine can be made using a variety of techniques and methods, each of which can affect the final taste and quality of the wine. For example, some winemakers use "cold soak" techniques to extract more color and flavor from the grapes. Cold soak is a method in which the grapes are left to macerate in the juice at a low temperature for a period of time before fermentation, this can extract more color and flavor from the grape skins without extracting too much tannin from the seeds. Other winemakers use "whole cluster fermentation" techniques to extract more complexity and depth from the wine. Whole cluster fermentation refers to fermenting the grapes with the stems included, which can add more tannin and structure to the wine.
The alcohol content of red wine can vary, but it is typically around 12-15% alcohol by volume (ABV). Some red wines, particularly those from warmer regions or those made using certain techniques, can have a higher alcohol content. For example, some Zinfandel wines produced in California can reach up to 16% alcohol by volume.
The flavor and aroma of red wine can be influenced by many factors, including the grape variety, the terroir (soil, climate, and topography) of the vineyard, and the winemaking techniques used. For example, a Pinot Noir from a cool climate region will have a high acidity and fruity flavors, while a Shiraz from a warm climate region will have a higher alcohol content, a more full-bodied texture, and a more spicy and black pepper profile.
Different styles of red wine can be enjoyed at different occasions, for example, some red wines are best consumed young and fresh, while others are meant to be aged for several years. For example, a young and fresh Beaujolais wine made from Gamay grapes can be consumed within a year or two, while a Bordeaux wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes can be aged for several years.
Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry.
Different regions also have their signature red wines, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.