Allan Scott (Marlborough) 2023 Pinot Gris

91 Points - Sam Kim, WIne Orbit (2001 Vintage)

Marlborough Pinot Gris has grown strongly in popularity over the last few years and has quickly become a staple in the Allan Scott Family Winemakers range.

Winemakers let Pinot Gris have a short spell of skin contact to enhance its colour and flavour. The result is a delicately luscious wine that exhibits pear, apple, and subtle floral and honeysuckle flavours. With a smooth texture, this wine is flawlessly delicious when enjoyed on its own.

Ara Single Estate (Marlborough) 2023 Pinot Gris

Single Estate, Marlborough Pinot Gris offering delicate aromas of pear and quince flowing onto delicious honey and citrus on the palate.

This beautiful Pinot Gris delivers delicate aromas of pear and nectarine which flow through to honeyed floral and citrus notes on the palate. A textural and elegant structure provide length to the finish.

Asian fusion dishes, and grilled seasonal seafood.

Vegan Friendly

Ata Rangi (Martinborough) 2023 Pinot Gris

One of the icon Pinot Gris' of New Zealand - originally influenced by the style of wines from Alsace - it has developed over the years into a uniquely Martinborough style. Gentle aromas of lychee, lemon and ginger are the focus.. The palate is fresh and finely textured with flavours of coriander seed, lemon verbena and a hint of Turkish Delight. Fresh acidity ties this generous, complex wine together, giving a long and satisfying finish to the palate.

Babich (Marlborough) 2023 Pinot Gris

90 Points - James Suckling jamessuckling.com (2021 vintage)
Some lightly chalky, stony aromas with sliced green pear, leading to a palate that has a smooth-honed and gently creamy texture with bright pear and pastry flavors. Drink now. Screw cap

92 Points - Cameron Douglas MS The Shout NZ (2021 vintage)
Aromas of sweet brown pear and yellow apple, preserved lemon and a whisper of dried spice. White flowers, a whisper of lager beer lees autolysis and a wet stone mineral note add complexitiy. Crisp, fruity, varietal, refreshing and dry on the palate. Flavours of tree fruits and citrus, mirror the nose. A coarse satin texture, nice weight and core of fruit finish the wine with aplomb. Best drinking upon purchase and through 2023.

Babich are one of the longest running producers of Pinot Gris in New Zealand. The wine is Alsace in style, partly barrel-fermented, with mouthfilling body and strong stone-fruit, pear and spice flavours. It is made medium-dry, and is deliciously harmonious, with a rich, well-rounded finish.

Vegan Friendly

Devils Staircase (Otago) 2023 Pinot Gris

The winery writes
"The unrelenting Central Otago environment tortures the vines whose twisted limbs produce a wine worthy of absolution; honeydew nectar and lush fruits, sinfully succulent and devilishly good. Sourced from Rockburns Central Otago vineyards. Bouquet: Nashi pears, ginger and lemon zest. Palate: Honeydew nectar and lush fruits, sinfully succulent and devilishly good"

Dusky Sounds (South Island) 2022 Pinot Gris

Made by Waipara Hills and an absolute bargain!

Juicy, inviting and exotic. The spicy notes open the front palate. These primary fruit flavours lead to the perfect blend of soft lingering acidity and gentle sweetness on the finish.

Great with spicy Asian cuisine like Thai or Indian, chicken or fish

Giesen Estate (NZ) 2023 Pinot Gris

Double Gold and Trophy - New Zealand International Wine Show

Each parcel of Pinot Gris is harvested at optimum ripeness. Short skin contact adds flavour and texture to the wine. Fermented in stainless steel tanks, we used very select aromatic yeasts to make the wine more intense. We stopped the ferment early to retain a small amount of acidity and natural sugar to give the wine it’s off-dryness. The wine was held on lees for two months to help build mouth feel & texture, then blended and bottled.

Hunters (Marlborough) 2023 Pinot Gris

90 Points – Cameron Douglas MS, Summer of Wine, September 2022

Fruit for this wine was sourced from the Rapaura sub-region of Marlborough. The grapes were harvested at different maturity levels to add complexity of the finished wine.

2022 Pinot Gris shows pear and tropical fruit characters on the nose. The elegant palate has floral undertones with sweet nectarine fruit enhanced by some citrus undertones. The wine has wonderful depth and complexity along with an off dry finish. This is a fragrant Pinot Gris that will age well over the next 5 years

This style is perfect as an aperitif or to complement your favourite white meat, seafood and pasta dishes.

Johner Estate (Wairarapa) 2022 Pinot Gris

Hand picked grapes producing Pinot Gris with a bouquet of pear and spice and on the palate juicy preserved pear, spice and floral characters. Balanced acidity and subtle oak to finish. 

Karl Johner with son Patrick, has dedicated his whole life to high quality wine making. After building up a prestigious and world acclaimed Estate in his homeland of Germany, Karl’s passion for great Pinot Noir brought him to New Zealand, where he fell in love with the Wairarapa region and its wines.

Beautifully balanced and juicy.

Jules Taylor (Marlborough) 2022 Pinot Gris

93 Points - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
5 Stars - Candice Chow, Raymond Chan Reviews
92 Points - Cameron Douglas MS

This wine explodes on the nose with a fruit salad of peach, nectarine, melon and mandarin combining with honey, nougat and floral notes for an intense and inviting array of aromas. The palate is elegant, dry and concentrated with ripe, tropical, citrus and stone fruit flavours and delicious textural creaminess from the wild fermentation. It is a charming mouthful, concluding in a long, smooth finish.

Kopu (Gisborne) 2022 Pinot Gris

Grapes for this wine were grown in the Ngatapa Valley region of  Gisborne district where dry-farming practices have been employed for over 75 years.

Post-harvest the grapes and juice were processed with care to maximise fruit flavour and intensity. The resulting wine has lovely floral aromatics on the nose, while the palate is showing peach, fresh pear, apple blossom and subtle spice.

Ideal food pairings include fresh salad and vegetable dishes, white meats and Asian cuisine.

Lawson's Dry Hills (Marlborough) 2023 Pinot Gris

New release

Winery description
"Pear, red apple and attractive floral aromas are matched with lemon curd and hints of spice. The palate is just off dry and medium bodied with lovely flavours of orchard fruits coated in a supple texture and with a fresh, uplifting finish. Vineyards and viticulture This wine was made from two blocks in our Southern Valleys vineyards and a third block on the edge of Blenheim township. To have great flavour in our Pinot Gris, we undertake intensive management in the vineyards, including bunch thinning, leaf plucking and colour thinning. We then leave harvesting as late as possible, to encourage flavour development, while still preserving the sugar/acid balance.Food Match Spicy foods such as Thai curries coconut based dishes, salmon, pâté, creamy pasta, roast pork or ideal just as a glass of wine on its own"

Leefield Station (Marlborough) 2020 Pinot Gris

Leefield Station is a range of wines that celebrate the history of the iconic sheep and beef station located in the heart of the Waihopai Valley. Purchased in 2013 by Marisco Vineyards

Winery note
"Inviting baked pear and honeysuckle aromatics lead into a lively palate of white nectarine and juicy golden apple. The vibrant acidity and hint of spice provide a pleasing texture and mouthfeel. 

A highly versatile food wine; try the 2020 Leefield Station Pinot Gris with a delicious home cooked roast pork with all the trimmings"

Loveblock (Marlborough) 2023 Pinot Gris

Nashi pear and fruit notes are underscored with lingering texture, mouthfeel and linear acidity. The palate is complex, finishing with hints of wet stone minerality.

Winery description
"Grapes come from the family-owned Loveblock Farm in Lower Dashwood, Marlborough. Relatively unique in Marlborough, these grapes were sourced entirely from a certified-organic estate vineyard, the Triangle. Here, the vineyard soils are alluvial silt over stone."

Organic
Vegan

Main Divide (Waipara) 2023 Pinot Gris

91 Points - James Suckling jamessuckling.com (2020 vintage)

Crafted by the expert hands of the Donaldson family at the Iconic Pegasus Bay winery in Waipara.

Commercial description
"Upon release its colour is pale gold. Floral and spiced pear aromas tease the nose, followed by nuances of juicy ripe nectarine, red apple, rock melon, and a hint of perfume. The palate is layered and rich, integrated with bright acidity and fine phenolics. A crisp and zippy mouthfeel is complimented by subtle sweetness, giving balance, and setting the platform for a long, textured finish"

Matahiwi Estate (Wairarapa) 2022 Pinot Gris

Top Wairarapa in the Aotearoa Regional Wine Competition
93 Points - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
Silver Medal - China Wine Spirits Awards
On the nose is typically varietal, with pure aromas of melon, pears and citrus zest. The palate is supple and juicy, with luscious tropical fruit and a fine mineral thread, leading to a fresh and sustained finish.

Maude (Otago) 2023 Pinot Gris

Ever popular, this stunning Pinot Gris from Otago producer, Maude.

Winery note

"Quince, pear and biscuits - voluminous and fuller bodied from partial fermentation in seasoned oak barrels.

There were so many positives with this growing season and the resultant 2022 harvest. Nature provided some timely rains from October to December, which combined with warm dry periods in between allowed the vines to thrive, good even growth making Spring / Summer vine training a dream. Our nemesis, jack frost, was nowhere to be found and we enjoyed calm settled weather over flowering and fruit set, resulting in a healthy crop load with above average number of bunches/vine but smaller than average berry size, the perfect combination. Whilst the strong La Nina brought rain to the North Island and much of the East Coast of Australia, it gave us a beautifully warm, dry Autumn that extended into May. Whilst harvest started early for us in mid-March at Mohawk Hill, we enjoyed the cooler finish to the season which slowed down ripening at Poison Creek and Mt Maude, giving the Pinot Noirs in particular, time to develop wonderful flavours. We’re excited.

Whole bunch press and Footstomped parcels with 30% fermented in oak barriques."

ME by Matahiwi (NZ) 2022 Pinot Gris

90 Points - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
 

Fruit for this wine was selected from mature vineyards in the North Island that consistently produce outstanding Pinot Gris grapes. 

This is a wonderfully luscious wine with aromas of pear and spice on the nose and a tropical richness on the palate which is well balanced and off-dry. Enjoy in its youth or cellar for 2-3 years.

Mount Ridge (Aus) 2021 Pinot Gris

Fresh and fruity, this Pinot Gris delivers ripe red apple blossom on the nose. Pear and lime on the palate give a juicy texture and delicious off dry finish.

Another in this great value and popular range produced by Giesen.

Mt Difficulty (Otago) 2022 Roaring Meg Pinot Gris

Roaring Meg Pinot Gris is the secondary label of Central Otago’s Mt.Difficulty and named after a local stream.

winemaker note
“Ripe stone fruit and citrus blossom on the nose with hints of spice, pear and iced peach tea. The palate echoes the nose with orange and tangerine citrus, yellow peach and ginger. A succulent mid palate flows through to soft acidity, plenty of bright fruit sweetness and a faint textural finish.”

Mud House (South Island) 2023 Pinot Gris

A juicy and lively Pinot Gris, with hints of red apple, pear and ginger spice. Pale straw  with aromas of spicy red apple, ripe pear and a hint of ginger. A lively palate with juicy fruit flavours, and warming ginger spice. The vibrant acidity lingers, drawing out to a refreshing finish.

Rockburn (Central Otago) 2023 Pinot Gris

Gold Medal - New Zealand International Wine Show 2022
Gold Medal - International Wine Competition (UK) 2023
4.5 Stars - Yvonne Lorkin
4 Stars - Michael Cooper, Winestate Magazine 
5 Stars - Raymond Chan Wine Reviews by Candice Chow 
92 Points - Wine Folio - David Walker Bell
17.5/20 - Joelle Thomson
5 Stars - Sam Kim's Wine Orbit 

Aromas of ripe peach, nectarine, and Nashi pear with a vibrant luscious palate and long, zesty finish.  

Match with rich or light seafood meals and most spiced cuisine, very versatile.

Te Kairanga TK (Martinborough) 2023 Estate Pinot Gris

This Pinot Gris is made from individual vineyard parcels, gently pressed on arrival and cool fermented in stainless steel to maintain its clean, fresh flavour. A small portion of the fruit was fermented in old French oak puncheons to add extra texture and complexity to the wine. The wine was then aged on light lees before being blended and bottled. Balanced oak treatment and minimal fining and filtration help preserve both varietal character and the inimitable personality of the terroir.

Fragrant exotic fruits and spice are front and centre in this Pinot Gris. The palate shows a refined texture and deep concentration of flavour with a long dry finish. Incredibly mouth-filling with notes of nashi pear, peach and nuts, it is an ideal match for a Japanese feast of grilled chicken and zucchini yakatori.

The Sticks (Marlborough) 2023 Pinot Gris

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4.5 Stars - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
"Elegant and immediately appealing, the bouquet shows green pear, fig, citrus peel and subtle ginger spice aromas, followed by a finely expressed palate that's ripe and rounded. Beautifullycomposed and attractively drinking. At its best: now to 2025." Sam Kim

The Sticks is top quality wine made by one of the most famous wine companies in Marlborough. A household name in New Zealand, this company exports wine around the world and has won dozens of international and local awards over the years.

This is devine Pinot Gris showing pear and apple aromas with a subtle spice note. Flavours of ripe green pear and juicy apple. Luscious and mouth filling ending in lingering silky finish.

Great value at this price.