The Amisfield Pinot Noir 2023 is from an organic estate beneath Mount Pisa, with ripe plum and blackberry. It was rated 94 POINTS by Cameron Douglas, MS (Master Sommelier), who calls it "complex, youthful and enticing". A great wine for everyone who likes aromatic, polished pinots.
In the glass it shows bramble fruit, subtle savoury spice and a layer of dried herb. It is a fantastic weekend wine for Pinot Noir drinkers who like some savoury character alongside ripe fruit. This wine would pair well with roast duck.
Amisfield also has a highly regarded 1 star Michelin restaurant and cellar door at Lake Hayes, Queenstown.
What it tastes like
This wine has a generous, expressive bouquet with real depth and concentration. On the palate, Cameron Douglas, MS found an abundance of fine tannins, plenty of polish and natural freshness from the acidity. He calls it balanced and well made.
Style at a glance
- Sweetness: Dry
- Acidity: Fresh
- Tannin: Fine and polished
- Style: Aromatic, savoury, polished Pinot
Food to enjoy this with
- Roast duck with cherries
- Mushroom risotto
- Roast lamb rump with herbs
- Slow-cooked pork belly
- Wood-fired pizza with mushrooms and thyme
- Soft cheeses such as Brie or Camembert
- Salmon, seared and served pink: Pinot Noir has enough freshness to suit the richness of the fish
Who makes it
Amisfield was established in 1988 by John Darby in the early days of Central Otago winegrowing.
The wine comes from a 93-hectare single estate vineyard beneath Mount Pisa. The vineyard is certified organic by BioGro New Zealand.
Amisfield describes its approach as hands-off, letting the land express itself in the wines.
About the vintage
Sophie Preece, writing in NZ Winegrower, reported that Central Otago had exceptional conditions for the first 3 years of La Niña influence. Mid-season was very dry, with 150 growing degree days above the long-term average.
The final 4 weeks of harvest brought a sharp change in the weather. Consultant viticulturist Timbo Morrison-Deaker called it a "bombshell" and said it was a reminder of what frost fighting feels like in Central Otago. He expected lower alcohol wines from later-ripening areas, and said the vintage remained stellar, with larger berries and good yields.
Critic scores and ratings
- 94 POINTS – Cameron Douglas, MS – camdouglasms.com, April 2026
"Complex, youthful and enticing. Core of red and ruby with a light pink rim lead to a bouquet of ripeness, freshness and core of red fruit aromas suggesting dark fleshed cherry and boysenberry, some raspberry then scents of saline laced stone and a gentle wood smoke quality. Dry with textures from an abundance of fine tannins, plenty of polish, acidity and natural freshness. Balanced and well made, a wine still developing with best drinking from late 2027 through 2033+"
When to drink it
Cameron Douglas, MS says the wine is still developing, with best drinking from late 2027 through 2033+.
Technical details
| Winery: |
Amisfield |
| Wine: |
Amisfield Pinot Noir 2023 |
| Vintage: |
2023 |
| Variety: |
Pinot Noir |
| Region: |
Central Otago |
| Country: |
New Zealand |
| Organic: |
Estate certified organic by BioGro New Zealand |
Where to buy
For international delivery to the USA, Australia, UK, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, China and South Korea, the Amisfield Pinot Noir 2023 is available from our winenz.com website. For delivery within New Zealand, buy it from thewineryonline.co.nz. You can also buy it at our Queenstown and Arrowtown wine stores, alongside a large range of New Zealand and international wine. On both websites and in both stores you can select a mixed case from a large range of wines, and if you are visiting from overseas, we can ship it home for you.
Questions we are often asked
Where is Amisfield Pinot Noir 2023 from?
It is made by Amisfield in Central Otago, from an estate vineyard that sits beneath Mount Pisa.
What does Amisfield Pinot Noir 2023 taste like?
Amisfield describes ripe plum, blackberry and bramble with subtle savoury spice and dried herb. Cameron Douglas, MS also notes dark cherry, boysenberry and a gentle wood smoke quality.
Has Amisfield Pinot Noir 2023 had good reviews?
Yes, Cameron Douglas, MS gave it 94 POINTS in April 2026.
Is Amisfield Pinot Noir 2023 organic?
Yes, the Amisfield estate vineyard is certified organic by BioGro New Zealand, and Cameron Douglas, MS lists this wine as organic.
How long can I cellar Amisfield Pinot Noir 2023?
Cameron Douglas, MS expects it to drink best from late 2027 through to 2033 and beyond.
Where can I buy Amisfield Pinot Noir 2023?
The Winery ships Amisfield Pinot Noir 2023 internationally from winenz.com to the USA, Australia, UK, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, China and South Korea, and delivers within New Zealand from thewineryonline.co.nz. You can also buy it in our Queenstown and Arrowtown wine stores.
