Sandhills Marlborough Pinot Noir 2020

For a silky, mid-weight red, it's hard to beat the appeal of New Zealand Pinot Noir from Marlborough. They have a delicious freshness too, thanks warm, sunny days with cooling, coastal breezes. This 2020 is from winemaker Matt Murphy, who selected the grapes from various vineyards around the Marlborough region. That way he ensured the optimum balance of ripe fruit, depth and grippy minerality, as well as good intensity from low yields. Ageing for six months in barrel lends gentle spice notes to the red fruit. Drinking perfectly now, the wine is a top match for roast chicken, sauced white meats or a mushroom risotto. Serve cellar cool.