2019 Ata Rangi McCrone Pinot Noir

Elegant, expressive, and timeless — Ata Rangi craftsmanship in full flight.

97 Points – JamesSuckling.com | 96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion | 96 Points – The Real Review | 96 Points – Wine Pilot

Single-Vineyard Martinborough Pinot Noir | Perfume, Precision & Purity

“A captivating Pinot Noir of grace and depth — where elegance meets quiet power. McCrone is Ata Rangi in perfect harmony.”

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Bright garnet-red with ruby reflections and exceptional clarity.
Aroma: Seductive aromatics of red cherry, wild strawberry, and raspberry layered with rose petal, dried herbs, and a whisper of spice. Hints of truffle, forest floor, and fine French oak add savoury complexity.
Palate: Medium-bodied with silken texture and superb balance. The red fruit core is pure and vibrant, supported by fine-grained tannins and a beautiful line of acidity. Notes of spice, mineral, and gentle earth tones unfold gracefully across the palate.
Finish: Long, elegant, and effortlessly refined — a wine of flow, finesse, and timeless beauty.

Critical Acclaim

• 97 Points – JamesSuckling.com
  “A very fine, detailed, and sophisticated Pinot with stunning texture and balance. Shows Ata Rangi’s class in every sip.”

• 96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion
  “Graceful yet powerful. Red fruit purity with savoury drive and poise. A superb single-vineyard expression.”

• 96 Points – The Real Review
  “A wine of energy and precision — vibrant fruit, subtle oak, and beautiful length.”

• 96 Points – Wine Pilot
  “Elegant and complex with seamless texture and depth. A remarkable reflection of the McCrone site.”

Vineyard & Winemaking

Sourced from the McCrone Vineyard, located just west of Ata Rangi’s legendary home block in Martinborough, this single-vineyard Pinot sits on deep alluvial gravels over clay — ideal for wines of both structure and fragrance.

Hand-picked fruit is fermented with indigenous yeasts (25% whole bunch) before maturation in French oak barriques (30% new) for 11 months. Minimal intervention ensures purity of site expression — a true reflection of McCrone’s unique terroir.

Region

Martinborough, New Zealand — home to New Zealand’s most refined and long-lived Pinot Noirs. The region’s cool climate, ancient gravel soils, and maritime influence combine to deliver vibrant fruit, silky texture, and striking balance.

Food Pairings

• Duck breast with cherry and thyme

• Wild mushroom risotto with truffle oil

• Roast lamb with rosemary and garlic

• Seared salmon or tuna

• Washed-rind cheeses such as Taleggio or Époisses

Why We Love It

The 2019 Ata Rangi ‘McCrone’ Pinot Noir captures everything we love about Martinborough Pinot at its peak — vibrant red fruit, savoury depth, and flawless balance.
It’s seductive yet disciplined, showcasing Ata Rangi’s hallmark elegance through a single-vineyard lens.

With 97 points from James Suckling and multiple 96-point reviews, this is a world-class Pinot Noir of depth, finesse, and longevity — collectible, cellar-worthy, and utterly compelling.

Refined. Fragrant. Profoundly Beautiful.
The 2019 Ata Rangi ‘McCrone’ Pinot Noir is a timeless expression of Martinborough terroir — graceful, pure, and unforgettable.