The 2023 Beetlejuice is the latest release of this fantastic Central Otago Pinot Noir named after the critically endangered Cromwell Chafer Beetle which is found in only one place in the world, Cromwell, Central Otago. Looking great already, it's wonderfully aromatic with some classic Central Otago characters of super juicy, rich and ripe dark fruits layered with sweet herb and spice delivered in the smoothest way possible. Gorgeously lush and lusciously gorgeous!
Winery notes (2023 Vintage)
"Ripe hand picked fruit, gentle winemaking and maturation in French oak have resulted in an attractive wine, with aromas of red cherry and spiced plum, a rich and silky smooth palate and a long spicy finish. This wine is excellent value, drinking fantastically well now and will also develop and cellar for several years."
5 Stars & 94/100 Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, March 2025 (2023 Vintage)
"It's splendidly fragrant on the nose, showing sweet cherry, raspberry, olive, subtle spice, and almond characters. The juicy palate displays fine flow and silky texture, beautifully supported by polished tannins, finishing velvety and delectable. At its best: now to 2030."
92/100 Cameron Douglas MS, April 2025 (2023 Vintage)
"A classic Otago bouquet of savoury dried herb laced red berry fruits. Cherry and plum then a clay stony earth quality. More is revealed on the palate with layers of wood spice and dried herb, still savoury and fruity with flavours that reflect the bouquet. Medium tannin effect with a decent acid line together framing a palate of texture and length. Well made with best drinking from day of purchase through 2030."













