Moutere Clay Gravels | Low Cropping | Wild Ferment | Partial MLF | Unfined | Vegan | Lightweight Glass Bottle | Solar Powered Winery

A Pinot Gris that feels like sunshine in a glass - bright, expressive, and effortlessly drinkable.

This bursts with crisp bosc pear and golden peach. Delicate florals - think jasmine and honeysuckle. Balanced by a subtle savoury edge that keeps everything in check. The palate is layered yet refreshing, with a silky weight that gives way to a clean, mineral finish. A flicker of acidity ties it all together, making each sip as lively as the last.

This is a go-to wine for dishes that play with spice and texture - think fresh herbs, lime, and a hint of chilli. Whether it's fragrant Southeast Asian curries, spiced seafood, or a simple plate of grilled halloumi, this Gris is up for the challenge.

Best served lightly chilled with nowhere to be.

Sites: A selection of parcels from within the Moutere Hills

Variety: 100% Pinot Gris

Clonal Selection: 457, 2/15, 7A

Soil Type: Moutere Clay Gravels (100%)

Seasonal Detail: The season began dry before shifting to a wetter-than-usual October, with an exceptionally warm December bringing ideal flowering conditions. While the Christmas and early January period posed some challenges, a return to warm, settled weather through February and March improving ripening. Occasional rain showers kept canopies refreshed, leading to a smooth, trouble-free harvest. The season produced wines of both volume and generosity.

Harvest: 13th & 27th March 2025

Processing: 90% machine harvested; 10% hand harvested. Pressed on gentle cycle. Cool settled for 48 hours and racked

Fermentation: 100% Wild Yeast

Fermentation Vessel: 85% Stainless Steel, 15% Puncheons (neutral)

Malolactic: Partial

Fining: None Filtration: Sterile Vegan: Yes

Bottling Analysis: 13.5% Alc; 3.39 pH; 6.1 g/L TA; 5.3 g/L Residual Sugar

Full Bottle Weight: 1,165 g