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Winemaker's Notes
Vineyard - Selected vineyards from contract growers in the Nelson region.
Soil - Predominantly stony alluvial soils on ancient river beds.
Vintage Conditions - Although growing conditions were less than ideal with sporadic rain over vintage, our low crop levels and diligent vineyard husbandry produced grapes for our Pinot Gris with great flavour and finesse.
Harvest Date -
Fermentation/maturation - 100% stainless steel
Alcohol - 13.0%
Residual Sugar - 5 g/L
Acid - 9.15 g/L
Tasting Notes / General Comments - An easy drinking Pinot Gris with flavours of melon, nashi and Jasmine with a hint of ginger followed by full viscosity and a great length on the finish
Hue - Clear light straw
Nose - Nashi pear and quince with floral notes
Palate - Luscious fruit of melon, nashi and ginger
Length - Great length and smooth
Cellar - Drink young and fresh through to 2021
Serving Suggestions - Fresh seafood, Asian dishes or on its own slightly chilled.
