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Wither Hills Pinot Gris

Name: Wither Hills Pinot Gris 750ml
SKU: 105375
Price: 16.99 NZD
Availability: OutOfStock

Wine · New Zealand · 750ml · 13%

$16.99each

What it tastes like

Pear, apple and subtle floral notes with crisp acidity and a smooth finish.

Crisp apple

Additional information

Wine
Style: New Zealand
Origin: 750ml
Size: 13% ABV
Alcohol: 0.8 per bottle
Standard drinks

The story of Wither Hills Pinot Gris

Wither Hills has made wine in Marlborough since 1994, and its Pinot Gris comes from vineyards in the Wairau Valley, the flat valley floor around Blenheim that sits between the Richmond Ranges and the Wither Hills themselves. The soils there are free-draining alluvial gravels, in one of the sunniest and driest corners of the country.

Head winemaker Matt Large is a Marlborough local who travelled to America, Australia and South Africa for harvests before heading home. He and his family planted a hectare of Sauvignon Blanc in their backyard, and he describes the pear and spice in this wine as succulent.

The style is aromatic and off dry. White peach, quince and Beurre Bosc pear lead, with a little warming spice behind them, and the palate is juicy and vibrant rather than heavy. The sweetness is gentle, which keeps the wine easy to drink.

Serve it chilled. The touch of sweetness copes well with mild Thai or Indian dishes, and it also suits roast pork with apple, a soft rind cheese or a roast chicken salad.