red2024 (representative vintage)$14–$34 est.

Central Otago Pinot Noir

Central Otago Estate · Central Otago · New Zealand

Central Otago Pinot Noir is an red wine from New Zealand, in the Central Otago region (New Zealand's South Island interior, around Queenstown and Cromwell - the world's southernmost wine region.), made principally from Pinot Noir. a house-style Central Otago pinot noir that showcases the grape in this region.

In character, this value tier delivers the classic pinot noir profile — red cherry, strawberry, rose, violet — with the structural stamp of Central Otago and a medium-bodied presence. This profile reflects published sources, winery information and regional reference material, researched editorially rather than tasted blind.

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Profile at a Glance

Body
Medium
Acidity
High
Tannin
Low
Sweetness
Low
ABV
13.5–14.5%
Finish
A classic Central Otago expression of pinot noir.

Aromas & Flavours

red cherrystrawberryrosevioletearthy mushroom
  • · red cherry
  • · raspberry
  • · mushroom
  • · forest floor
  • · sweet spice

Food Pairing

  • · duck
  • · salmon
  • · grilled chicken
  • · mushroom risotto
  • · soft Brie

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Relevant Buying Guides

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Serving & Cellaring

Temperature
15–17 °C
Decanting
30–60 minutes
Cellaring
3–8 years

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Where to Buy

Indicative retail: $14–$34. Available through specialist wine retailers, importers and online merchants such as Total Wine, Wine.com and Vivino Marketplace. Prices are editorial estimates and vary by market.