Trophy for Champion NZ Pinot Noir of Show – International Wine Challenge 2024
Gold Medal & 96/100 – International Wine Challenge 2024
Gold Medal – The National Wine Awards of Aotearoa New Zealand 2023
Gold Medal – New World Wine Awards 2024
Winery notes (2022 Vintage)
"Brassknocker by McArthur Ridge is our Village level Pinot Noir, the name is inspired from the unique Brassknocker soils which the McArthur Ridge vineyard are planted in, sited on expansive ancient glacial moraine terraces in Alexandra, Central Otago.
Beautiful floral notes, aromatic and complex, showing ripe cherry, oak spice, and mocha notes on the nose. The palate is succulent with rich red berry notes, violets, oregano herbal nuances and fine tannins. The wine is supported by fine acidity and finishes with a long and balanced persistency…”so pretty.”"
IWC Judges' Comments (2022 Vintage)
"This is a beautifully supple, pretty expression of Central Otago Pinot Noir, showing silky black cherry fruit with nice density and some fresh green hints. So Expressive."
Reviews for the 2021 vintage below…
Buy of the week & 89/100, Bob Campbell MW, The Real Review (2021 Vintage) "How do you make and sell a recognisable Central Otago pinot noir for the modest sum? Part of the answer must be to make lots of it. Certainly, the McArther Ridge vineyard was viticulture on a grand scale when I last visited it some considerable time ago. The wine shows no sign of being stretched or pushed. It is simply a good drink.
McArthur Ridge’s entry-level wine delivers more than it’s price suggests it might. Pretty cherry and violet flavours with a seasoning of spice. There is a touch of wood-smoke suggesting clumsy oak but the wine delivers plenty for its humble price tag."
4 ½ Stars Michael Cooper (2021 Vintage)
"Estate-grown at Alexandra, the full, bright ruby-hued 2021 vintage is fresh, mouthfilling, savoury and smooth. Still very youthful, it has generous, ripe cherry, plum and spice flavours, showing good complexity, and obvious potential for cellaring; best drinking 2024+. Fine value."
DWWA Judges Comments (2021 Vintage)
“Nice bouquet, pretty and fresh, a core of light red berry fruits with a fine savoury layer adding depth and charm. Lovely mouthfeel, delicious and long.”
92/100 Cameron Douglas MS, December 2022 (2021 Vintage)
"A lovely bouquet and palate, a wine that showcases aromas and flavours of dark almost black cherry, plum and some black currant qualities. Dry with moderate tannins and medium+ acidity then flavours that mirror the bouquet. Dry with moderate length and well made. Best drinking from 2022 through 2027."
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McArthur Ridge, located in the picturesque Alexandra Valley of Central Otago, is a vineyard that exemplifies the region's winemaking excellence. With roots tracing back to the late 1800s, the vineyard has transformed from a desert landscape into a thriving oasis, thanks to the discovery of pure glacial-fed water that nurtures the vines.
At the forefront of McArthur Ridge’s offerings is the Brassknocker, a multiple award-winning Pinot Noir. Named after the distinctive Brassknocker soils in which the vines are planted, this wine is richly aromatic, with notes of ripe cherry, oak spice, and mocha. Its succulent palate of red berries and fine tannins makes it a standout choice for both immediate enjoyment and long-term cellaring.
The Alexandra Collection represents the vineyard's Premier Cru level, showcasing handcrafted wines that capture the unique characteristics of Central Otago’s terroir. Each bottle in this collection tells a story of the land, offering a harmonious blend of flavours that reflect McArthur Ridge’s winemaking mastery.
Crowning their offerings is the McArthur Grand Cru Pinot Noir, inspired by the vineyard’s founder, James McArthur. This dark crimson wine, with its bold bouquet of savoury red berries and sweet vanilla, demonstrates the vineyard's continual pursuit of perfection.
Beyond their exceptional wines, McArthur Ridge is a testament to passion, innovation, and a deep connection to the land. The vineyard is overseen by Chief Winemaker Matt Connell, whose expertise has earned numerous accolades, and Vineyard Manager Murray Petrie, who ensures that the unique terroir of Central Otago is perfectly captured in every grape. Together, they continue to shape the legacy of McArthur Ridge, making it a cornerstone of the Alexandra wine community.
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