Yealands Pinot Gris

Yealands is one of only a handful of wineries around the world to be certified as carbon neutral and the first-ever to be certified from inception. Yealands' sustainable Seaview Vineyard is one of the most coastal vineyards in New Zealand; its proximity to the coastline provides distinctive mineral characteristic. Five parcels of Pinot Gris are harvested individually over a 10-day period. The fruit is de-stemmed and pressed gently, separating the free run juice from the pressings. The juice is cold settled for 48 hours then racked prior to a long, cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks to enhance the fruit flavors. Each parcel is fermented separately using a range of selected yeasts. Pear and nutty characters lead to fresh, vibrant flavors of stone fruit and honey, which lead to a crisp, refreshing finish. This wine will pair beautifully with seafood, chicken and pork. 91 Points, Planet Grape, May 2018