Pinot Grigio/Gris

Western Australia, A lively, fresh wine, with ample fruit flavours, subtle minerality, and generous length. Drink now...

Marlborough, New Zealand. The rose-tinged berries of Pinot Gris have a fair amount of tannins in them so we hand-pick the bunches to minimise the amount of skin-contact. We also find that the fruit comes in with quite low acidity so we ferment the juice through to dryness, usually in barrel...

Waipara Valley, New Zealand. The bright lemon hue of the young wine hints at the ripeness of fruit. It has generous aromas and flavours typical of the variety, suggesting pears, tropical spices and guavas. The barrel fermentation and ageing have added an intriguing layer of complexity and filled out the palate structure. The wine is fleshy and unctuous with a core of tangy minerality and acidity which draw out its length...

Waiheke Island, New Zealand. The palate is fresh and linear with more than a hint of decadence, but also it comes with a clean minerality towards the finish which is further enhanced by both fruit tannins and natural...

Central Otago, New Zealand. A rich, voluptuous Pinot Gris, driven by its wonderfully rich fruit flavours rather than residual sweetness. A vibrant entry to the palate is followed by honeysuckle and poached pear flavours layering the rich, viscous mid palate. The wine finishes crisp and dry with long appley acidity and flavours which balance the wine nicely...

Mornington Peninsula, Victoria.  Pale straw colour with apple, pear and spiced honey scents which are all reflected faithfully in the full and well rounded palate...

Richard McIntyre has taken Moorooduc Estate to new heights as he has completely mastered the difficult art of gaining maximum results from wild yeast fermentations. While Chardonnays remain the jewel in the crow, the Pinot Noirs and other wines are also impressive. The viticulturalist is Hugh Robinson, who tends the vines with same attention to detail he bestows on his own vineyard. An additional attraction is the restaurant, with Richard McIntyre’s wife, Jill, producing unfailing exquisite food.”....

Mornington Peninsula, Victoria.  Watermelon pink in colour with pink rose petals, violets, fennel and hints of pickled ginger, rhubarb and red plums. Tangy red berries and Moroccan spice on the palate. Fresh and crunchy with just the right amount of tannin to clean the palate...