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Ara Single Estate Pinot Noir 2013 Wine Review

Ara Single Estate Pinot Noir 2013

Ara Single Estate Pinot Noir 2013

Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand

Community Score:88/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $23.95

Drink: 2013-2017

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: ARA Wines

Agent: Charton Hobbs Inc

More Vintages: 2011  2014 

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Reviews and Ratings

Jon Steeves - Sommelier rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

Bright ruby red, 13.5% ABV. This is a Pinot Noir with great acidity, well structured and medium finish with persistence of red field berries and earthiness. Elaborated from low yield fruit from an estate vineyard, sustainably managed. This is a medium tannic strawberry rhubarb in a glass. A great wine on it's own or paired with roast turkey dinner. @jonsteeves rated 89/100 - tasted May 2016
Pamela Chiles rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

Nose is a bit closed, probably better in a proper glass with lots of room to swirl! The flavours are all there in good concentration, however - cherry/raspberry, damp earth, a hint of spice. Great weight and body on this Pinot at a good price. This wine will complement quite a variety of dishes.

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