Tim Atkin: Some development. Simple, some reduction. Light, almost Pinot Noir-like. Lacks concentration. Basic, one-dimensional red. Jammy. Disappointing. Acidic finish- 12

Alex Hunt: Pale color—could be Pinot—and a very light, high-acid style that fails to encapsulate either the variety or its potential in New Zealand. - 8

Anthony Rose: Rather weak in color and overevolved; dull nose and palate, with little fruit and equally little to commend it. This simply isn’t up to the high standard set so far- 11