New Zealand Pinot Noir is becoming very popular in recent years. There are various reasons for this – Prices are coming down, quality has been good to excellent and people are seeing Pinot Noir from outside Burgundy as being worth drinking. There are aromas of redcurrant and raspberry which come through in the taste. The flavour lasts a reasonable time and the dry, light texture is excellent with or without food. Pair with chicken or fish and at £10 bottle its excellent value.

Villa Maria – New Zealand Pinot Noir 2016