| Pinot Gris 2011
Blue Gold - Sydney Top 100 Competition - February 2012 Gold Medal - Marlborough Wine Show - September 2011 Silver Medal - Bragato Wine Awards - August 2011 Silber Medal - NZ International Wine Show - August 2011
Pinot Gris 2010
Zest Magazine, The Press June 2011 "Even unopened this is a standout “look at me” with a big vertical THE running down the label. But what about where it really matters? Yes ,another standout .This is a sweet pears and cream pinot gris from Marlborough. There’s a bit of spice in the mix and it comes across wonderfully fresh .The balance is excellent and the taste lasts a long time Luckily it’s a taste you want to last". Ewen Sargent.
Wine Orbit Issue 16 91 points 4 ½ Stars "An immensely appealing Pinot Gris showing lifted aromas of pear drop, pineapple and floral with a hint of spice. The palate is lively and succulent with whispering sweetness (3.5 g/l) and perfectly pitched acidity. The wine finishes fabulously long". Sam Kim June 2011 Raymond Chan April 2011 4 stars 17.5/20 "Very pale straw-yellow with green hues to the colour, this has a full, soft bouquet of ripe pear fruit with notes of honey and tropical fruits. Dry on palate, this is full, open, broad and very accessible, showing good depth and weight of pear and stone fruit flavours. Some soft textures and a little alcohol heat are noticeable, but add to the mouth filling expression. The wine finishes with attractively sweet fruit nuances. Fermented in stainless-steel to 14.0% alc and 3.2 g/L rs, the wine was given some lees stirring. Serve with chicken and pork dishes over the next 2-4 years"
Top 6 Scenic Cellars Pinot Gris Tasting February 2011 "The talents of winemaker Sam Smail are responsible for this delicious example of Marlborough Pinot Gris. Classic ripe pear and stonefruit flavours, with an attractive creamy/textural element tying everything together superbly. Made in an off-dry style. Gulpable now and over the next couple of years"
Pinot Gris 2009
86/100 (4 Stars) Bob Campbell Wine Review September 2010 "Quite a weighty, medium/dry Pinot Gris with pear, nectarine and leafy, yeast lees characters. Good food wine offering an array of flavours beyond simple pear juice. Offers value at this price."
89 Points Wine Orbit Issue 11 "Ripe and gentle on the nose displaying peach, pear and floral characters. The palate is fruity and smooth with subtle sweetness (9 g/l) and balanced acidity. The wine is elegantly textured and lingering on the finish” Sam Kim. Pure Silver Medal Air New Zealand Wine Awards November 2009 Silver Medal Royal Easter Show March 2010
Pinot Gris 2008 Silver Medal Royal Easter Show 2009 Silver Medal Bragato Wine Awards 2008 Silver Medal NZ International Wine Show 2008 Silver Medal Liquorland Top 100 2008 Silver Medal International Aromatic Wine Comp 2008 Silver Medal Air New Zealand Wine Awards 2008 4.5 Stars Winestate Magazine Aromatics 2008
Pinot Gris 2007 Silver Medal Royal Easter Show 2009 5 Stars Cuisine Magazine March 2008 Silver Medal - Air New Zealand Wine Awards - November 2007 GOLD Medal - NZ IWS 2007 |
