The 2021 Felton Road Pinot Noir Calvert is a notable offering from the Central Otago region of New Zealand. This red wine, produced by Felton Road, showcases the varietal characteristics of Pinot Noir with a 13.5% alcohol content and is sealed under a screw cap.

Reviewers have highlighted the wine's complexity and balance, emphasizing its aromatic and flavor profiles. Decanter awarded it a score of 94, noting its "hint of smoke," "red cherry," and "much concentration." The review also mentioned the wine's "really fine frame of tannins" and its 16-month aging in 25% new French oak, which contributes to its structure and richness.

James Suckling gave the wine an impressive score of 95, praising its "very open and plush textured" nature, with "velvet and tile undertones." He described it as "full and layered with plums and oranges," and suggested that it will be even better in two to three years. Suckling also highlighted the wine's biodynamic origins, certified by Demeter.

Vinous, through reviewer Rebecca Ribb MW, rated the wine at 92. She appreciated its "florals, wild herbs, fennel and licorice," which add layers of interest to the "red cherry and raspberry fruit" that emerge on the finish. The tannins were described as "refined" and akin to "cocoa powder-like fineness," contributing to its long and taut acidity.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, through Erin Larkin, also scored the wine at 95. Larkin highlighted its leading notes of "pomegranate and strawberry, rosehip and crushed walnuts," and described it as a "spicy wine with lashings of black tea." The review praised its "fine tannins, pliable structure and an effortless flow of fruit," and commended the wine's "freshness of the acidity" which leaves a "flourish" in the mouth.

Overall, the 2021 Felton Road Pinot Noir Calvert is highly regarded by professional reviewers for its rich complexity, structured tannins, and vibrant acidity. It promises to develop further with time, making it a compelling choice for Pinot Noir enthusiasts.