The 2019 Stonecutter Reserve Pinot Noir comes from the ripest parcels of the vineyard and receives longer ageing to build complexity, structure and depth. Its the fuller, darker, more savoury side of Martinborough – black cherry, earthy spice and a dry, persistent finish.

The vineyard, planted in 1995, rested on classic Martinborough gravel soils. With the estate now closed, this Reserve bottling marks the final and finest expression of Stonecutters Pinot craft.

This wine previously retailed at $45, reflecting its Reserve-tier positioning.

It is now offered at $14.99 per bottle by the case as part of the estates final clearing of stock.

Rated 17.5/20 by Joelle Thomson, this is a rare opportunity to experience Reserve-level Martinborough Pinot Noir at an exceptional final price.

Taste & Style

• Style: Spicy Red / Medium+ Body
• Fruit: Dark cherry, black fruit
• Savoury tones: Earthy spice, graphite, subtle oak
• Texture: Firmer tannins, structured finish
• Body: Medium-plus
• Acidity: Balanced and integrated
• Oak: More pronounced than the Estate Pinot, but still refined

Review – Joelle Thomson

17.5/20

Dark cherry, black fruit, earthy spice and a full, dry body. Drinks well now and over the next two years. A bargain buy at this price.

Food & Mood Pairing

Food: Roast lamb, venison, duck confit, truffle dishes, porcini pasta

Mood: Winter evening, special dinner, rich slow-cooked meals

Vinotype: Sensitive, Tolerant, and adventurous drinkers

Good to Know

• Region: Martinborough, NZ
• Vintage: 2019
• ABV: ~13.5%
• Cellaring: Now2028
• Serving: 1416C
• Closure: Screwcap

Why It’s Priced This Way

As the Stonecutter vineyard has closed and the brand is retired, remaining Reserve stock is being cleared at $14.99 per bottle (case price) a one-time final release from a wine previously priced at $45.