Wine: Akarua Rua 2001 Pinot Noir, Central Otago $27
Why I chose it:
- It is my best buy of 2022
- Really good PN doesn’t often dip below $30
- Everyone who loves PN as much as I do should try this wine
- Perfect with ham and turkey
What does it taste like?
- Akarua’s entry level Pinot Noir famously offers great value. Bright fresh wine with pronounced fruit flavours. Sweet cherry, ripe plum, a hint of floral and an attractively spicy finish.
Why it’s a bargain:
- I’d be happy if I had paid $45 for it.
Where can you buy it?
- Whisky and More, Waikato $22.99; Winesale.co.nz, Lower Hutt $22.99; The Good Wine Co, Auckland $24.99
Food match?
- Smoked salmon is my favourite
Will it keep?
- Drink within two years while it remains fresh and fruity
Wine Tip
- Don’t drink red wine too warm. Pop your glass of wine in the fridge for 5-10 minutes (it takes longer to chill the whole bottle)
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