Kōtātā Waipara Pinot Gris 2026, Waipara Valley, North Canterbury
Pale straw with delicate golden highlights. Nashi pear, quince and honeysuckle, with fresh citrus peel and subtle white blossom.
Beautifully textured. Poached pear and white nectarine across a smooth, gently rounded mid-palate. Orchard-fruit generosity and floral delicacy. A gentle spiced character underneath. Elegant rather than exuberant. Texture, subtlety and regional character. A touch of honeysuckle fruit sweetness and quince on the mid-palate is refreshing. A fine mineral line provides definition. Delicate acidity keeps the ripe orchard fruit balanced and fresh. Dry, long and softly perfumed finish of lingering pear, citrus peel and white florals.
Vino Masters Score: 95/100 ★★★★★ Fragrant orchard fruit, delicate spice and fine mineral definition. Textured and lingering. Drink now
