Rich, creamy and smooth-textured pinot gris, with ripe pear and baked apple flavours together with a subtle seasoning of clove and anise. An appealing wine in a dry style and supported by gentle acidity.31 OCT 2019 Drink 2019–2024
95 points Bob Campbell MW therealreview.com
The palate is rich and powerful, with a mineral texture and a long, intense finish. With a delicate touch of residual sugar, it’s both a delicious stand-alone aperitif and perfect with Thai and other Asian influenced food. Fermenting on lees for several months in a combination of stainless and large oak puncheons has also added satisfying palate weight.
A classic Pinot Gris originally influenced by the style of wines from Alsace but developed over the years into own, uniquely Martinborough style. The vines from which this wine was.produced are now 23 years old. With roots that have driven metres deep into the gravels, they consistently deliver fruit with heightened texture and flavour.
The up-front aromas evoke peach, grapefruit, Granny Smith apples and notes of hazelnuts. Flavours of fresh apricot blend with more savoury - salty notes on the palate, that offers creamy entry, nicely balanced with acidity to give freshness and a long finish. With just a few grams of residual sugar, Pinot Gris is a delicious stand-alone aperitif. This textural style, fermented in neutral barrels will benefit from bottle age.