Domain Road Pinot Gris 2021

Domain Road "Defiance" Pinot Gris, Central Otago, New Zealand, 2021   

Grape: 100% Pinot Gris,  28% fermented in French oak barriques. 

Spiced pear and ripe peach dominate the bouquet, together with hints of melon and vanilla. The sweet taste of pears and peaches comes through on the palate. This medium bodied dry wine has a creamy texture and balanced acidity. 

Critics' Tasting Notes:

"Very enticing bouquet with complexity and minerality, aromas of ripe tree fruits and mineral clay, with some spice and floral complexity. Off dry on the palate with a perfect measure of residual sweetness, balanced and contrasting acid line, a silky texture and flavours of grilled brown pear and apple, some citrus layers and fine white spice accents. Delicious, balanced, well made and ready to drink now through 2026+."

93/100 points, Cameron Douglas, The Shout NZ

"Bright, even, pale yellow. The nose is elegant, slowly opening to alluring aromas of white floral, pollen, white spice dusting overlying pear and baked apple. Medium-full bodied, dry-ish to taste, aromas of pear and baked apple intermixed with a hint of lemon sherbet, pollen, white floral and ginger. The mouthfeel is textural with a silky thread and delicate spice adorns, and flows along with fresh, juicy acidity and lends a refined, long finish. This Pinot Gris is elegant and composed with lush fruit and a textural mouthfeel. Match with Hainanesse chicken rice and butterfish over the next 3-4 years. Handpicked, whole bunch pressed, fermented in stainless steel tank (72%) and older French oak barriques (28%) to 13.5% alc, 9.2g/l RS"

18.5/20 points, Raymond Chan Wine Reviews, February 2024

Enjoy with Asian cuisine, seafood, white meats, or salad dishes or simply as an aperitif.