Mount Riley Marlborough Pinot Gris 2025

Description

Apple, Dry, Spice

"Delightfully fruited and elegantly expressed, the inviting bouquet shows Asian pear, rockmelon, Gala apple, and white floral aromas. The palate delivers juicy fruit intensity with silky texture and delicate acidity, making it immediately appealing. At its best: now to 2028" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Jun 2025

Pale straw. Bright florals with Asian pear, rock melon, gala apple and white floral aromas. Juicy fruit intensity with silky texture and delicate acidity.

The grapes for this wine were grown on our Estate Vineyards in the Wairau Valley of Marlborough.

The 25 season began early, with an excellent flowering period leading to full bunches and initial estimates pointed towards higher than average yields. Fortunately, the weather in the run up to harvest was very kind. Sensational dry conditions from Christmas through to harvest ensured there were no disease issues. Cooler temperatures throughout January and February were beneficial in slowing down sugar accumulation and extending the ripening period allowing a longer hang time laying the foundation for more aromatic intense fruit.

A long, cool autumn and modest yields made for the perfect conditions to create mouthwatering flavours. The fruit was harvested during the night in cool temperatures so that the natural flavours and aromatics were preserved. The grapes were gently pressed, and the juice settled prior to fermentation. The wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks at cool temperatures to retain the bright, varietal aromatics. 

Food Pairing: Drinking well now; this wine can be enjoyed until late 2028. Great with white meat, veal, Asian food, and cheeses.