Wairarapa

A wet and cold September resulted in a late start to the season. One of the hottest Februarys on record and low rainfall during March allowed for perfect ripening conditions.

9^th April 2016

Hand-picked and carefully selected 100% Abel Clone Pinot Noir grapes. All de-stemmed, cold-macerated and fermented in small batch stainless steel vats and left on grape skins for 4 weeks. Aged in 100% new French oak barriques of the Bourgogne Tonnelleries Rousseau, Remond and Meyrieux for 20 months. No fining and only light filtration before bottling.

15^th February 2018

14.0% VOL

Deep and complex bouquet of red cherry and sweet raspberry, pomegranate, and hints of fresh zesty blood orange. Full-bodied yet extremely elegant, fine-grained but present tannins, minerally, youthful acidity and hints of Five Spice and a deep core of cool, vibrant fruit, lovely length, and persistence.

15-17 ºC

12 – 18 years

• 96 points James Suckling

Wairarapa

Spring frosts and wet flowering conditions resulted in reduced yields. By January the soil dried out and vintage conditions became very favourable.

21^st – 28^th March 2020

Block B is a selection of the Dijon Pinot Noir clones; specifically the clones 115, 667, 777, 114 and 113. Hand-picked and careful selection of grapes. 100% de-stemmed, cold-maceration and fermentation in stainless steel vats and left on skins for 3 weeks. Aged in 45% new and 55% used French oak barriques for 18 months.

5^th March 2022

14.5% VOL

Dark cherries and baked plums are unfolding from the glass, transitioning into thyme and violets with impressions of cassis, sandalwood, and cinnamon. A complex wine with a firm tannin structure, yet smooth mouthfeel. The supporting role of oak intensifies the underlying dark cacao and spicy characters.

15-17 ºC

8 – 15 years

Wairarapa

Spring frosts and wet flowering conditions
resulted in reduced yields. By January the soil dried out and vintage conditions became very favourable.

19th – 31st March 2020

Marion’s Vineyard is a selection of predominantly two Pinot Noir clones; the Pommard and the Abel clone. Hand-picked and careful selection of grapes.100% de-stemmed, cold-maceration and fermentation in stainless steel vats and left on skins for 3 weeks. Aged in 35% new and 65% used French oak barriques for 18 months.

5th March 2022

14.5% VOL

Luscious flavours of ripe strawberries and cherries with hints of dark chocolate and pinecones. Spicy, with well-rounded, silky tannins.

15-17 ºC

8 – 15 years

Wairarapa

Spring frosts and wet flowering conditions resulted in reduced yields. By January the soil dried out and vintage conditions became very favourable.

09^th April 2019

Hand-picked, carefully selected grapes, 100% de-stemmed. Cold-macerated and fermented in stainless steel vats and left on the grape skins for 3 weeks. Aged in 35% new and 65% used French oak barriques for 33 months.

28^th January 2022

14.5% VOL

Vivid purple hue with opulent aromas of cassis, plum and dark cherries, carrying fragrant Christmas spices and rich roasted coffee notes. A vibrant entrance of black pepper, ripe whole berries and savoury sage, leading into layers of tobacco with lingering spice and structured, gamey tannins. A wine full of depth and vigour with a long cellaring potential.

15-17 ºC

8 – 15 years

Wairarapa

A wet and cold September resulted in a late start to the season. One of the hottest Februarys on record and low rainfall during March allowed for perfect ripening conditions.

16^th April 2016

Hand-picked and 100% de-stemmed.

Fermented in stainless steel vats and macerated for 3 weeks.

Aged in 15% new and 85% used French Oak barriques for 4 years.

18^th August 2020

14.5% VOL

Deeply concentrated and intense aromas of ripe
blackberry and cassis fruit melded with notes of dark raspberries entwined with spices of liquorish, cloves and black pepper with reflections of vanilla and sandalwood. Long, lingering but at the same time soft tannins across the palate and oaky characters build complexity, combined with a vibrant acidity.

15-17 ºC

7-12 years

Wairarapa

A cool spring was followed by warm flowering conditions, resulting in healthy yields, combined with beautiful summer weather, with some rain at the start of April.

24^th March – 06^th April 2020

100% de-stemmed and maceration on skins. Fermentation in different tanks and partly in French oak barriques.

3^rd December 2020

12.5% VOL

A fine bouquet of early season pineapple, grapefruit, orange blossom and fine flinty mineral notes. Fresh ripe fruit entrance with hints of white peaches, orange peel and a touch of fresh herbs, with a long lingering finish, balanced acidity, and underlying spice. This is the perfect match to mouth-watering New Zealand bluff oysters.

5 – 8ºC

now to 5 years

Wairarapa

Spring frosts and less than ideal flowering
conditions led to poor fruit set. A dry and not too hot summer brought favourable ripening conditions.

15^th and 16^th March 2021

Cuvée of three white grape varieties: Chardonnay,
Pinot Gris and Müller-Thurgau. Hand-picked, whole bunch pressed and fermented in 100% used French Oak barriques & puncheons. Some maturation sur lie with occasional battonage.

21st October 2021

13.5% VOL

Beautiful fresh floral aromatics with reflections grapefruit and orange blossom.
A smooth and creamy wine with expressions of yellow stone fruit, almonds, and subtle yeasty characters.
The perfect accompaniment with Scallops and spicy Thai food.

10-12ºC

now to 5 years

Wairarapa

Spring frosts and less than ideal flowering conditions led to poor fruit set. A dry and not too hot summer brought favourable ripening conditions.

19^th March – 13^th April 2021

100% Pinot Noir. Hand-picked, de-stemmed and cold-macerated on skins for 5 hours then pressed. Fermented in stainless steel tanks.

21^st October 2021

13.0% VOL

A creamy yet light companion for even the hottest summer days, this classic French style Rosé is a real eyecatcher. Despite its soft antique rose cast, it is full of flavours. Red vineyard peach and apple blossom harmonize in the nose and the palate awaits with a combination of fresh Strawberries, a hint of Manuka honey and a refreshing, yet smooth finish.

5-8 ºC

now to 4 years

Martinborough

Spring frosts and less than ideal flowering conditions led to poor fruit set. A dry and not too hot summer brought favourable ripening conditions.

various pickings in April 2021

This luscious wine obtained its name from the Italian Vintner who started planting this vineyard in Martinborough in 1989. Hand-picked, whole bunch pressed and fermented in stainless steel. Fermentation stopped at 12.5%VOL.

21st October 2021

12.5% VOL

A rich, caramelly bouquet of fragrant candied apricots and orange blossom alongside flavours of cedar and a hint of honeycomb. A welcoming entrance of ripe peaches with notes of caramelised pear and honeydew melon underlined by layers of silky spice.

4-7ºC

now to 10 years