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
• 95 points by Bob Campbell MW

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.

16th – 23rd March 2021

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.

3rd March 2023

14.0% 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

95 points by Bob Campbell MW, September 2022

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.

23rd March – 1st April 2021

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.

3rd March 2023

14.0% VOL

Luscious flavours of ripe strawberries and cherries with hints of dark chocolate and pinecones. Spicy, with well-rounded, silky tannins. Ripe red fruit flavours obtain complexity from hints of savoury characters, cinnamon and Rosemary.

15-17 ºC

8 – 15 years

95 points by Bob Campbell MW, September 2022

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.

7th & 8th April 2021

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.

29th of February 2024

14.0% VOL

Lively purple-red colour, flavours of dark cherries and black currant, notes of white pepper, bacon, 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 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

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 challenging conditions.

27^th March – 02^nd April 2023

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

17^th November 2023

12.0% VOL

An expressive bouquet of citrus and tropical fruit accompanied by flinty mineral notes. The invigorating entrance of lime and grapefruit is underlined with a touch of fresh cut herbs, a vibrant, well-balanced acidity and underlying spice.

This is the perfect match to mouth-watering New Zealand bluff oysters.

5 – 8ºC

now to 5 years

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.

16th & 21st March 2022

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

10th February 2023

13.5% VOL

Fresh and crisp lemon aromatics with reflections of peach and apple.
A young and lively, moreish style of Chardonnay, with subtle vanilla and honeysuckle hints.
Enjoy now, or cellar for a couple of years.

5 – 8ºC

now to 5 years

94 Point by James Suckling, October 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.

14th & 15th March 2022

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.

10th February 2023

13.0% 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

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