Region: New Zealand, Marlborough

Grape Variety: Pinot Noir

Background: Renowned winemaker Brent Marris has crafted a complex yet harmonious Pinot Noir from the Waihopai River, which comprises three distinct variations in soil structure. Hand-picked and aged for 12 months in French oak, this is a classic, rounded Marlborough Pinot. He's a rugged southerner, very tall and lives in the heart of wine country. Do we have your attention ladies? We're talking about The Ned - the 909m high peak that overlooks part of our biggest wine growing region of course.  In fact winemaker Brent Marris (formerly of Wither Hills and Oyster Bay) spent his youth hiking and biking in the area, thus his affection for the big fella.

Tasting Notes: A delicious medium bodied style Marlborough Pinot, loaded with dark, spicy berry fruit flavours.

Awards:

Mundus Vini 2024 - Silver

Sommeliers Choice Awards 2024 - Silver

International Wine Challenge 2023 - Silver

International Wine & Spirit Competition 2023 - Silver

The Global Masters 2023 - Gold

International Wine Challenge 2022 - Silver

International Wine & Spirit Competition 2022 - Gold

Mundus Vini 2022 - Gold