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Southern Lines Pinot Noirtext
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Southern Lines Pinot Noir 2025

Central Otago, South Island, New ZealandBrent and Shirley Rawstron planted their first New Zealand vineyard in 1986 and were among the first to produce pinot noir in Canterbury. In 2025, this fragrant, soft, expressive red opens with plum and wild cherry. The palate is silky smooth and full of raspberry and sour cherry, with a dusting of baking spices in the finish. The acidity is fresh but not overpowering. Ready to drink, it would easily pair with a West Coast salmon dish.Tasted: 09 September 2026Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:
BC$38.00750mlselect private retailers
Producer: Newco WinesDistributors: Empson Wines + Spirits
Grape: Pinot NoirCSPC: 444530UPC: 9419453000337