NZ
Australia
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94 Points
Ata Rangi was founded by Clive Paton in 1980 on a 5-ha plot, planting the now-famous Abel clone.
Dry rose blended from multiple red varieties with vibrant berry flavours.
Cool fermentation in stainless steel to retain freshness; Short maturation on lees for texture.
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Description
The Ata Rangi Rose 2024 hails from Martinborough and reflects the estate’s signature balance of elegance and structure. Its blend comprises 35% Pinot Noir, 33% Merlot, 27% Syrah and 5% Malbec, sourced from diverse vineyard parcels and reflecting the region’s clay/gravel soils. It is vinified in a dry style, with gentle extraction and likely some component of barrel or neutral-wood influence to lend subtle texture. The wine opens with a refined floral nose laced with ripe apricot, raspberry and a faint smoky complexity, while on the palate it shows dry yet textured red-berry fruit, fine tannin grip, vibrant acidity and layers of lees-derived weight. Its finish is persistent but poised, offering depth without heaviness. Best enjoyed chilled in summer or paired with grilled fish, salad or lighter game, though it can evolve over several years of careful cellaring.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Earthy, Herbal, Red Fruits
Palate:Cedar, Red Cherry, Strawberry
Food Pairings:
Fish
Game
Poultry
Description
The Ata Rangi Rose 2024 hails from Martinborough and reflects the estate’s signature balance of elegance and structure. Its blend comprises 35% Pinot Noir, 33% Merlot, 27% Syrah and 5% Malbec, sourced from diverse vineyard parcels and reflecting the region’s clay/gravel soils. It is vinified in a dry style, with gentle extraction and likely some component of barrel or neutral-wood influence to lend subtle texture. The wine opens with a refined floral nose laced with ripe apricot, raspberry and a faint smoky complexity, while on the palate it shows dry yet textured red-berry fruit, fine tannin grip, vibrant acidity and layers of lees-derived weight. Its finish is persistent but poised, offering depth without heaviness. Best enjoyed chilled in summer or paired with grilled fish, salad or lighter game, though it can evolve over several years of careful cellaring.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Earthy, Herbal, Red Fruits
Palate:
Cedar, Red Cherry, Strawberry
Food Pairings:
Fish
Game
Poultry
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Earthy, Herbal, Red Fruits
Cedar, Red Cherry, Strawberry
Fish
Game
Poultry