and external retailer information indicates that the wine is aged in large Slavonian oak barrels for approximately 48 to 60 months

oak-inflected finish

needs a good 5-7 years of cellaring and should keep for 30+ years

A blend of 50% Merlot

and there is good aromatic balance

Craggy Range 'Aroha', Martinborough, New Zealand, 2021, 75cl udsalg and external retailer information indicatesWhere the 2020 Aroha Pinot Noir is obvious in its outlay of pleasure (the fruit, the tannins and the whole bunches are all distinct characteristics within the wine as a whole), the 2021 Aroha Pinot Noir is a far more svelte, flowing affair with a seamless transition between fruit, tannin and whole bunch (32%). It is characterized by black cherries, a hint of kirsch, black tea, star anise, clove and dehydrated orange peel, jasmine tea, raspberry and a