The 2022 Dry River Pinot Noir from Martinborough is a true expression of New Zealand's renowned winemaking prowess. This vintage showcases a deep ruby hue, with slight violet undertones, hinting at its youth and vibrancy. On the nose, aromas of ripe cherries, dark plums, and freshly picked raspberries dance alongside delicate notes of cedar and earthy spices. On the palate, the wine unfolds with a beautiful balance of fruit and acidity, with flavours of black currant, red cherries, and a touch of vanilla. The tannins are well-integrated, adding a pleasing texture to the wine's smooth and velvety mouthfeel. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a delightful aftertaste of dark berries and a touch of smokiness. This Dry River Pinot Noir is a true testament to the quality and complexity that can be achieved in the 2022 vintage. Perfectly paired with roasted lamb or a mushroom risotto, this wine is a must-try for any wine lover.
Critic Reviews
94 POINTS
Erin Larkin - Robert Parker Wine Advocate
The 2022 Pinot Noir leads with coffee grounds, black cherry, satsuma plum skin, Szechuan peppercorn, pink peppercorns, a hint of raspberry leaf tea and graphite. The wine smells savory while delivering all of these things. In the mouth, it is fine-boned but persistent and behaves in a gentle, splayed sort of manner through the finish. It's a very pretty wine, one that is quiet now, but I feel it will age slowly and elegantly in the cellar. This is a wine to drink now and to perhaps misunderstand in doing so. Or it's a wine to be patient with and reap the benefits after five or so years and beyond. I love the wine here, today, but I'd be cautious to recommend drinking your bottles too early—consider from 2027. 13% alcohol, sealed under Diam.
Gary Walsh - The Wine Front
Good to see these wines.
It’s OK, but it’s not all that and a bag of chips, that’s for sure. It has something of a pond water/fish tank pong to it, some sour cherry and pomegranate, spiced strawberry too. It’s medium-bodied, dry and a bit reductive, sour cherry tang with iron filings, a light tannin grip, but pretty mulchy and autumnal. with a savoury and spicy finish of moderate length. It does have some good points, mainly the cool ‘mineral’ bits. though it’s not an easy wine to love. May improve.
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Tasting Notes
The 2022 Dry River Pinot Noir from Martinborough is a true expression of New Zealand's renowned winemaking prowess. This vintage showcases a deep ruby hue, with slight violet undertones, hinting at its youth and vibrancy. On the nose, aromas of ripe cherries, dark plums, and freshly picked raspberries dance alongside delicate notes of cedar and earthy spices. On the palate, the wine unfolds with a beautiful balance of fruit and acidity, with flavours of black currant, red cherries, and a touch of vanilla. The tannins are well-integrated, adding a pleasing texture to the wine's smooth and velvety mouthfeel. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a delightful aftertaste of dark berries and a touch of smokiness. This Dry River Pinot Noir is a true testament to the quality and complexity that can be achieved in the 2022 vintage. Perfectly paired with roasted lamb or a mushroom risotto, this wine is a must-try for any wine lover.