The 2021 Sea Level Pinot Gris is again a delicious rendition in the dry style that has seen Sea Level pick up multiple trophies and gold medals with previous releases. The fruit for this wine comes off the Smail family's picturesque 'Home Block' vineyard at Mariri, opposite the Kina Peninsula in Nelson and the wine is made by Sam Smail (ex Whitehaven).
Showing plenty of flavour – white peach, melon, crunchy pear and citrus, it's deliciously dry and fresh yet with enough richness, and depth to give it beautiful balance and excellent persistence through the gently drying finish. A really enjoyable Pinot Gris.
5 Stars & 94/100 Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, July 2021 (2021 Vintage)
"Elegant and beautifully fragrant, the wine shows apricot, Nashi pear, white floral and lemon peel aromas on the nose, leading to a succulent palate that's pristine and lingering. Gorgeously styled and structured with a persistent juicy finish. At its best: now to 2025."
Reviews for the 2020 vintage below…
90/100 & Top Value, Bob Campbell MW, The Real Review (2020 Vintage)
"A fresh, appealing wine that should appeal to a wide cross-section of wine drinkers."