2023 Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir

Premium Martinborough Pinot Noir | Vibrant, Silken & Expressive

94 points The Wine Front 

“A wine that captures the soul of Martinborough — bright, pure, and beautifully balanced, with the unmistakable Ata Rangi touch.”

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep ruby-red with youthful brightness and clarity.
Aroma: Lifted aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and wild strawberry with notes of dried rose, spice, and forest earth. Gentle oak nuance adds complexity without weight.
Palate: Medium-bodied and elegant, showing fine red fruit purity, supple tannins, and perfectly judged acidity. Layers of cherry and subtle spice glide across a silky texture.
Finish: Long, graceful, and harmonious, leaving a lingering impression of red fruit and savoury charm.

Accolades

While often overshadowed by Ata Rangi’s flagship Pinot, Crimson consistently earns high praise for over-delivering on quality — regarded by critics as one of New Zealand’s best value premium Pinots.

Vineyard & Winemaking

Crafted entirely from Ata Rangi’s younger Martinborough vines, Crimson reflects the same meticulous viticulture as the estate’s top cuvées. The vineyards sit on ancient, free-draining gravel terraces that produce fruit of exceptional intensity and fragrance.

Hand-harvested, wild-fermented, and matured in French oak (20% new), the winemaking philosophy remains minimal-intervention — highlighting the purity and poise of the region’s cool-climate fruit.

Region

Martinborough, New Zealand — a small but world-class Pinot Noir region renowned for wines of structure, perfume, and finesse. The cool nights and long, even ripening season give Ata Rangi’s Pinots their hallmark depth and detail.

Food Pairings

• Duck breast with cherry glaze

• Roast lamb with thyme and garlic

• Wild mushroom risotto

• Chargrilled salmon or tuna

• Soft cheeses such as Brie or Taleggio

Why We Love It

The 2023 Ata Rangi ‘Crimson’ Pinot Noir is a stunning introduction to one of New Zealand’s most celebrated producers. It offers the refinement and perfume of top-tier Martinborough Pinot Noir at an approachable price — elegant, textural, and unmistakably Ata Rangi in style.

Silky, vibrant, and full of personality, this wine is a benchmark expression of modern New Zealand Pinot Noir — perfect for both casual enjoyment and cellaring over the next 5–7 years.

Vibrant. Silken. Unmistakably Martinborough.
The 2023 Ata Rangi ‘Crimson’ Pinot Noir embodies everything that makes New Zealand Pinot so captivating — purity, precision, and heart.