Jules Taylor Pinot Gris (75cl, 13.5%)

A Marlborough Pinot Gris made from 100% Pinot Gris. Fruit comes from three clones, with 78% from the Meadowbank vineyard in the Taylor Pass sub-region and 22% from the Waihopai Valley. Part of the juice undergoes wild fermentation, barrel aging and lees stirring, with full malolactic fermentation across parts of the blend. The nose leads with ripe pear and white peach, followed by floral and citrus blossom notes and a subtle thread of caramelised macadamia and nutty spice. The palate is silky and fruit-forward, with stone fruit, citrus, caramelised nut, baking spice and wet-stone minerality. The finish is medium in length, with lifted acidity and lingering ripe pear, lemon zest and a faint buttery quality.