Pegasus Bay Pinot Noir Waipara Valley NZ

Waipara Valley Wine Region, New Zealand

Estate Pinot Noir from Waipara limestone and clay; more structured and earthy than Marlborough Pinot, influenced by the protected warm microclimate and limestone soils. Red cherry, plum, forest floor, mushroom, and the distinctive chalky mineral of Waipara limestone. 14 months in French oak (30% new). One of Canterbury's finest Pinot Noirs.

Pairing intelligence

• main: Canterbury lamb and Canterbury Pinot Noir is the South Island's premier regional pairing; limestone mineral bridges beautifully
• main: Waipara Pinot's cherry and earthy mineral are natural with duck; limestone mineral adds depth to the gastrique connection
• main: Waipara limestone Pinot's forest floor and earthy mineral bridge mushroom risotto umami; truffle oil adds resonance