Lively aromatics of white-fleshed peach, mandarin,
and jasmine blossom leap from the glass.
Palate
The palate
mirrors this brightness, layered with subtle notes of
finger lime, slate-like minerality, and a soft, chalky
texture. Sugar and acidity are beautifully balanced,
delivering a supple, vibrant mouthfeel.
Vinification
In the winery, berries were
destemmed and crushed prior to pressing to extract
flavour and aroma from the skins. Our Pinot Gris was
then fermented cool in stainless steel to retain its floral
and fruit-driven character, followed by a few months
on lees to enhance texture and mouthfeel.
Vintage Notes
The 2025 vintage began with a warm, dry spring that
encouraged early vine development, before a cooler,
more overcast summer slowed ripening and preserved
delicate aromatics.
Winemakers Comments
Sourced from our Te Muna Road vineyard, this Pinot
Gris thrives on the stony, limestone-influenced soils of
the renowned Martinborough terrace. Multiple parcels of
French clones are hand-harvested together, gently pressed
and then slowly fermented before further aging on lees.
The wine is made in a fresh, dry style, more akin to those
found in Italy’s Northeastern regions. The result is a
refreshing wine that exhibits fragrant spices, fruit purity
and a luscious texture.
Winemakers Comments