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Buy OnlinePinot Blanc is something of a rarity in New Zealand, which is a shame because it can make some very interesting wines. A close relative of Pinot Noir, it's a versatile variety that can range from light and crisp to rich and textured, depending on how it's made.
Greenhough has taken the latter approach, fermenting in French oak barrels and ageing on lees to give the wine a more Chardonnay-like character. If you're a Chardonnay drinker looking to try something a little different, this certified organic Nelson Pinot Blanc is well worth exploring, especially at our special price of $21.99.
There's plenty to enjoy here, with fresh pear, quince and baked apple flavours, hints of white flowers and a lovely savoury, nutty character from its time in barrel. The palate has a generous, creamy texture with subtle spice and a slightly flinty, mineral edge. A squeeze of citrus freshness keeps the richness in check, finishing dry with a touch of salinity. A really interesting wine that combines richness with elegance and freshness.
Winery notes (2023 Vintage)
"Citrus and fleshy pip fruit aromas and flavours are imbued with secondary, savoury, spice notes from barrel ferment, extended lees contact and MLF. Opulence and breadth is held in check by a gentle squeeze of citrus and phenolic texture.
Hand harvest, whole bunch pressed and briefly settled prior to transferring to seasoned and neutral 228 litre barrels for fermentation which was inoculated. Nine months maturation on gross yeast lees with full MLF completed during this period Blended January 2024 and bottled in February"
Rated Excellent & 93/100 Cameron Douglas MS, April 2024 (2023 Vintage)
"Pure, fresh and ripe with scents of green pear and apple, there’s a faint flinty quality immediately before aromas of mineral water and wet stone, white flowers and a fine lees quality. equally youthful as the wine touches the palate with flavours of quince, tart pear, lemon and apple flavours. There’s a light lees quality and floral lift on the finish. Well made, dry and lengthy with a saline finish. Best drinking from 2025 through 2034."
