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2023 Paddy Borthwick Paper Road Pinot Noir

Cameron Douglas MS

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A fantastic Pinot for a crazy-low price! (and the critics think so to with a 93/100 from Cameron Douglas and a 93/100 from Candice Chow). The wines of Paddy Borthwick keep overdelivering and this obviously underpriced label "Paper Road" represents a classic example of his expert winemaking and superb quality fruit. This red is not a blockbuster, but instead a beautifully defined Pinot Noir with delicately savoury red fruits and a wonderfully harmonious, refreshing feel about it. Chillable and classy, the Paper Road is a great quality Pinot for the price!

Elsewhere up to $24.99 Save $5.00 $19.99 in mixed 6+ or $22.99 per bottle

Overview

Grape

Pinot Noir

Its Origins

Borthwick Vineyard established in 1996, family owned and managed. The 27 hectares of vines bordering the Ruamahunga River in Gladstone, Wairarapa are on stony, free draining, alluvial soils, with a microclimate giving warm daily temperatures, cool nights and low rainfall; perfect conditions for producing distinctive, quality wines. Paddy Borthwick has a wealth of experience not only in winemaking but also the performance of varieties and understanding of sites in the region. Along with Briony Carnachan joined the team in 2018, who previously and Urlar and Matahiwi. (Raymond Chan Reviews)

What The Critics Say

93/100 Cameron Douglas MS

"Lovely bouquet with ripeness of red berry fruits with a savoury earthy frame. Flavours of cherries and red plums, tart cherry and a strawberry compote idea. There’s a natural youthful tautness as the wine touches the palate - stemming from tannins and acidity, a contrast from red berry flavours and natural sweetness from oak and alcohol deliver contrast and style. Dry, moderate tannins and plenty of acidity, fruit flavours reflect the bouquet, a wine best enjoyed alongside food with best drinking from 2026 through 2030." Drink 2026 - 2030

5 stars and 93/100 Candice Chow- Raymond Chan Wine Reviews

"Sweetly ripe and inviting, the bouquet shows dark cherry, plum, olive, and warm spice aromas. The palate displays juicy fruit intensity with supple texture and well-balanced tannins, making it beautifully harmonious with a lingering, tasty finish. May 2025." Drink 2025 - 2028

Stats & Food Matching

Variety	Pinot Noir
Region	Martinborough / Wairarapa
Closure	Cap
Volume	750ml
Maturity	2025 - 2030

This Wine Goes Well With

Taste

Delivery & Returns

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If for any reason you are not entirely happy with your order or you suspect that they may be affected by a quality issue, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will remedy the problem straight away. Contact us on 0800 422 767.