Wairarapa

Cool, damp weather during flowering resulted in reduced yields. Conditions over the second half of the growing season were near to perfect, which delivered fantastic fruit into the winery.

23rd March 2024

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.

27^th August 2025

13.5% VOL

The 2024 KAI opens with an expressive bouquet of dark cherries and ripe plums, layered with fragrant hints of sandalwood and pipe tobacco. On the palate, vibrant notes of raspberries lift the richness, weaving through a core of red fruit. Undertones of dark chocolate add depth and length, carried by a fine and graceful tannin structure. A poised and elegant Pinot Noir that balances concentration with finesse, reflecting the purity
and complexity of the Wairarapa.

15-17 ºC

12 – 18 years

• 96 points James Suckling
• 95 points by Bob Campbell MW

Wairarapa

Cool, damp weather during flowering, ended up reducing the yields. Conditions over the second half of the growing season were near to perfect, which delivered fantastic fruit into the winery.

12th – 21st March 2024

Block B is a selection of the Dijon Pinot Noir clones; specifically the clones 115, 667, 777, 114 and 113. Hand-picked and carefully selected grapes. 100% de-stemmed, cold-macerated and fermented in stainless steel vats and left on skins for 3 weeks. Aged in 30% new and 70% used French oak barriques for 15 months.

27th August 2025

13.5% VOL

Beautifully fragrant and inviting, the bouquet unfolds with aromas of ripe plum and cherry. Beneath the fruit lies a complex layering of tobacco, cacao, and hints of Christmas spice. Clove, cinnamon, and a whisper of nutmeg.
The palate is soft and velvety, delivering a seamless texture. Dark fruit blends effortlessly with savoury undertones and a rich, dessert-like note reminiscent of Black Forest Gateau. Subtle acidity lifts the wine just enough to maintain balance, giving a fresh counterpoint to its plush, rounded character.

15-17 ºC

8 – 15 years

95 points by Bob Campbell MW, September 2022

Wairarapa

Cool, damp weather during flowering, ended up reducing the yields. Conditions over the second half of the growing season were near to perfect, which delivered fantastic fruit into the winery.

14th – 25th March 2024

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 new and used French oak barriques for 15 months.

27^th August 2025

13.5% VOL

Fresh and aromatic, the nose opens with lifted notes of cherries and strawberries, supported by underlying herbal nuances of sage. Subtle oak lends gentle spice and structure without overpowering the fruit.

The palate is dominated by juicy red berry flavours—strawberry, cherry, and a touch of cranberry, marked by vibrant acidity, which brings freshness and energy, balancing the ripe fruit and enhancing its youthful character.

The finish is smooth and lingering, with red fruit and a touch of herbaceous spice, framed by soft tannins and a faint echo of oak.

15-17 ºC

8 – 15 years

95 points by Bob Campbell MW, September 2022

Wairarapa

The growing season was near perfect, with early flowing and favorable fruit set. Nature was on our side up until an unusually wet February and March, which left us with a very narrow picking window.

4th & 5th April 2022

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.

17th January 2025

14.0% VOL

Lively purple-red colour with dark cherry and black currant, notes of white pepper, and a hint of green olives. Elegantly structured with vivid acidity and lots of freshness. The finish shapes, develops, and lingers, with minerality, bacon, black cherries, and a hint of dark chocolate in the finish. This will age and evolve nicely for a couple of decades.

15-17 ºC

Now to 20 years

Wairarapa

Spring frosts and wet flowering conditions resulted in reduced yields. By January the conditions became favourable.

8^th April 2019

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 48 months.

29^th February 2024

14.0% 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

Cool, damp weather during flowering, ended up reducing the yields. Conditions over the second half of the growing season were near to perfect, which delivered fantastic fruit into the winery. Picking started in early March.

25th March – 4th April 2024

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

28th February 2025

12.5% VOL

A very refined sauvignon blanc with just the right amount of phenolics to give a silky texture and long finish. Meyer-lemon and Korean-pear aromas and flavors give class and verve to the wine.

It’s the perfect match to mouth-watering New Zealand bluff oysters.

5 – 8ºC

now to 5 years

Wairarapa

October was the only month where rainfall was not significantly higher than in a typical year in the Wairarapa. Picking started in early March due to the high disease pressure.

5th March 2023

Hand-picked, whole bunch pressed and fermented in French Oak barriques with occasional battonage.

19th December 2023

12.5% VOL

This is a medium-bodied, Chablis style, Chardonnay with plenty of fruit and phenolic tension. It’s flinty with a gunpowder character and aromas of sliced apple and lemon in the back.
Enjoy now, or cellar for a couple of years.

5 – 8ºC

now to 5 years

Wairarapa

October was the only month where rainfall was not significantly higher than a typical year in the Wairarapa. Picking started in early March due to the high disease pressure

13th & 24th March 2023

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.

19th December 2023

12.0% VOL

Beautifully 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

October was the only month where rainfall was not significantly higher than a typical year in the Wairarapa. Picking started in early March due to the high disease pressure.

2^nd – 23^rd March 2023

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

19^th December 2023

12.0% VOL

The refreshing citrus characters, paired with flavours of vineyard peach and aromatic strawberries make this classic French style Rosé the perfect companion for even the hottest summer days.

5-8 ºC

now to 4 years

Martinborough

October was the only month where rainfall was not significantly higher than in a typical year in the Wairarapa. Picking started in early March due to the high disease pressure.

Various pickings in April 2023

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 9.5%VOL.

19th December 2023

9.5% VOL

A fragrant bouquet of ripe vineyard peach and dried apricots with a hint of orange blossom. On the tongue, 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