Marlborough

:

Pinot Gris

90%10%

Country of Origin:
New Zealand

Region:
Marlborough

Type:
White/Blanc (Still)

Grape Varieties:
Pinot Gris

Winemaking
Hand-picked (4/4 & 11/4/17) and machine picked fruit (4/4/17) was used in the production of this wine. Two fermentation techniques were employed 90% was fermented slowly with high solids juice in stainless steel tanks building weight whilst preserving aromatics. The balance 10% was fermented warm and fast in French oak puncheons building a richer, more textural componenet. All parcels sat unsulphured on heavy lees until late June, building savouriness, aromatic interest and a strong textural element into the wine. In early July, the components were blended and prepared for bottling (8/8/17).

Tasting Note:
The wine retains its house style with attractive stonefruit blossom, quince, pear, crunchy red apple and beeswax notes. The palate has richness and weight but is not heavy and fi nishes cleansing, focused and long.

Food Match:
Lovely to drink on its own, it will also match beautifully with pork belly, quail or other poultry, and Asian themed dishes.