2024 Provenance Pinot Gris, Henty

Reserved on the first few sniffs, slowly aromas of fragrant pear, persimmon, kumquat, and Golden Delicious apple reveal themselves. No artefacts here, but rather another white of elegance, minerality and purity of its fruit. The palate is imponent with its texture spiral, yet it’s not cloying or artificial; instead, it is precisely calibrated to a long trajectory of enjoyment and drinkability.

95 points Lisa Cardelli winepilot.com

Provenance Pinot Gris from Henty is a cool-climate white with texture, drive, and that unmistakable Henty elegance. Sourced from the far southwest of Victoria, where chilly winds off the Southern Ocean shape the growing season, this wine is all about restraint and finesse with just enough ripeness to keep it deliciously moreish.

Provenance Wines, under the guidance of winemaker Scott Ireland, focuses on expressing regional character, and Henty’s cool, slow-ripening climate gives their Pinot Gris an edge—bright acidity, subtle complexity, and a mineral spine that keeps things tight and fresh.

Grapes are gently pressed, and fermentation is done mainly in stainless steel with a portion aged on lees to add roundness and texture. It’s not the oily Alsatian style, nor the ultra-light Pinot Grigio—it sits comfortably in the middle, offering richness without heaviness.

In the glass, you’ll find pear, white peach, baked apple, and hints of spice and almond meal. The palate is dry and textural, with juicy fruit weight balanced by crisp acidity and a lightly chalky finish.

Perfect with grilled fish, roasted fennel, or a creamy vegetable risotto, this is an effortlessly elegant Pinot Gris that showcases the beauty of Henty’s cool, maritime climate.