"To reveal my intentions: I’m more of a Martinborough man than a Central Otago man, though increasingly I love both. Ata Rangi is the king of Martinborough, and 2006 is a stunning example of its power. This wine is supple, arrestingly long, bold in its blue fruit character, and yet savoury, spicy, and sappy too. The colour is a brilliant dark purple crimson, and the finish of it an intricate arrangement of minerals and tannins. Shape wise, it pulls long, rather than balling through the mid-palate. It’s a new world pinot noir for the new world to be proud of. Drink: 2012-2020. 97 points." Campbell Mattinson, www.winefront.com.au

"I have had a crack at this particular wine twice now. The first out of big glasses (next to the 2006 PHI Pinot) at an informal tasting, and the second out of little glasses at an informal dinner. I know I am bad and should pay more attention, but no matter which way you slice the old tamarillo, this is outstanding wine that stands up and performs every time.
 
Aromas of dark cherry, spice, dark chocolate, violet and a tangy orange peel top note. A bit earthy, fruity and fragrant all in one. On the palate, smooth fine talc-like tannins and a lithe muscular frame with expansive and mouth-filling fruit. Plenty of flavour, but not clumsy or heavy. Dark cherry, berry, spice, undergrowth and tamarillo with a light and very attractive sarsaparilla character adding regional interest. Long and persistent (Are we finished yet? Are we finished yet?) I wasted no time buying a few bottles for the cellar. 95+ Points." Gary Walsh, Winorama.com.au, Nov 07

"Ata Rangi has the runs on the board, and this top-notch pinot noir reflects vine age and decades of experience. Vibrant cherry aromas and flavours are perfectly matched with high quality French Oak. The palate has a firm but fine structure, demanding at least a couple of years' cellaring." Lester Jesberg, Winewise, Feb 08