Pure Light Pinot Gris

The early harvested fruit is pressed to tank for fermentation. A controlled ferment using yeasts that are hand selected for their texture and ability to express aromatic characters of the Pinot Gris fruit are used. During the fermentation process the sugars in the fruit are converted to alcohol by yeast. Therefore the lower the starting sugar content of the fruit, the lower the alcohol content of the final wine. The ferment is stopped to retain some natural sweetness that helps to balance the classic Marlborough acidity. The wine is blended soon after fermentation is completed, and then bottled.

Sourcing fruit from two of New Zealand’s outstanding cool climate regions Waipara & Marlborough – These regions give the wine persistence and structure with pristine, pure aromatic flavours.

Delicate pear blossom aromatics with sweet spice. The palate is light yet textural, with flavours of quince paste and papaya. This lighter in alcohol Pinot Gris finishes fresh with balanced sweetness.

As its naturally lighter in alcohol this wine is great on its own matched with friends and conversation. Or try it accompanied by a fresh salad of rocket, pear and blue cheese.