{"product_id":"akarua-the-siren-edr-2021","title":"Akarua The Siren (EDR) 2021","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Empire's New Clothes\" – A French-Kiwi Power Couple\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e🇳🇿 The Vibe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis isn't just any New Zealand Pinot; the 2022 vintage marks a massive turning point for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"90\"\u003eAkarua\u003c\/b\u003e. This was the year the legendary \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"130\"\u003eEdmond de Rothschild Heritage\u003c\/b\u003e (yes, the Lafite branch of the family) bought the estate. They were basically looking for the \"Holy Grail\" of Pinot Noir outside of Burgundy and landed on these specific vines in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"339\"\u003eBannockburn, Central Otago\u003c\/b\u003e. It’s a classic case of New World sunshine meeting Old World \"know-how\"—think of it as a rugged Kiwi hiker who just inherited a tailored French suit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e👃 The Nose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe 2022 is a \"fragrant little monster.\" It hits you with a massive wave of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003esweet dark berries, blueberries, and black cherries\u003c\/b\u003e. Once you move past the fruit, it gets sophisticated: there are whispers of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"204\"\u003ewild thyme, smoky mushroom, and a hint of expensive leather\u003c\/b\u003e. It smells like a walk through a damp forest in autumn, but someone is nearby baking a cherry pie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e👅 The Taste\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eOn the palate, it’s \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003efull-bodied and concentrated\u003c\/b\u003e, which is the trademark of the Bannockburn sub-region (the \"Grand Cru\" of Central Otago). You’ll find \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"151\"\u003eplum and dark chocolate\u003c\/b\u003e flavors held together by a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"202\"\u003evibrant, citrus-like acidity\u003c\/b\u003e. The tannins are silky—they don’t bite; they just give the wine a lovely, velvety \"grip.\" The finish is long and carries a distinctive \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"366\"\u003estony mineral thread\u003c\/b\u003e, reminding you that these vines are literally growing on schist and glacial gravel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e📋 Product Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,1,0\"\u003eBannockburn, Central Otago, NZ (Single Estate)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrape\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,0\"\u003e100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOwner\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,0\"\u003eEdmond de Rothschild Heritage (Purchased in 2022)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\"\u003e~11 months in French oak barriques (about 25% new)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e13.5% ABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCellaring\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,6,1,0\"\u003eDrink now or hold until \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003e2032+\u003c\/b\u003e (it’s built to last)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCritical Score\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e94-95 Points\u003c\/b\u003e (James Suckling, Cam Douglas MS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e🦆 Best Paired With:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Classic:\u003c\/b\u003e Roast duck with a plum or cherry reduction (the fruit-on-fruit action is unbeatable).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Earthy Choice:\u003c\/b\u003e Wild mushroom risotto or anything featuring truffles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Kiwi\" Way:\u003c\/b\u003e Slow-cooked lamb shanks with rosemary and garlic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e While the bottle says you can drink it now, this wine loves oxygen. If you're opening it in 2026, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"107\"\u003edecant it for 30–45 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e. It’s currently shifting from its \"youthful berry\" phase into its \"savory complex\" phase, and a little air helps that leather and spice come out to play. Serve at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"298\"\u003e14–16°C\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57122508505462,"sku":"'9421907474014","price":51.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/akarua_4bbd343e-331a-470c-b6cd-ba65e8a6d134.png?v=1774016244","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/akarua-the-siren-edr-2021","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}