Pinot Gris

Late harvesting has benefitted the youth of the vines. The complexity of the inherent flavours can only be truly understood by sampling at traditional competition temperatures. Expect not just the initial youthful exuberance of "new world wines". The initial nose indicates the fruit flavours including gooseberry and nashi pear. Residual sugars still maintain dry and balanced flavours. An ideal wine match for chicken or seafood dishes.

Wine Review by Sam Kim Wine Orbit                                                                                      5 Star Rating - Outstanding quality showing varietal purity and exemplifying regional type Beautifully maturing, the wine shows poached pear, baked apple, potpourri, and warm spice aromas on the nose. The palate displays excellent weight and supple texture, well framed by fine acidity, making it flavoursome and balanced with a lengthy, expansive finish. At its best: now to 2027

Wine Review by Yvonne Lorkin                                                                                        Lansdowne Estate Wairarapa Pinot Gris 2017                                                                Gorgeously golden in the glass, this (wait for it) nine-year-old pinot gris is absolutely roaring into its maturing years with a lacing of fresh fennel, poached quince, a squeak of apple crumble characters and finishes with silky, lush texture. Grown in Masterton and made by Karl Johner of Johner Estate, here is an excellent example of how great pinot gris can age gracefully and tastefully