A distinctive expression of New Zealand's Marlborough region, known for its exceptional 100% Pinot Noir. This wine showcases the region's cool climate and unique terroir, resulting in a delicate and nuanced palate. With its vibrant red fruit flavors, hints of spice, and silky tannins, it delivers a memorable and elegant drinking experience.

The Grasshopper Rock Central Otago Pinot Noir Museum Release 2018 is a shining example of the exceptional wines coming out of this region. A deep and vibrant ruby red in colour, this Pinot Noir exudes aromas of dark cherries, plums, and blackberries, with subtle hints of earthy spices and oak. On the palate, the wine is rich and complex, with a silky texture and well-integrated tannins. Flavors of ripe red fruits, vanilla, and a touch of smokiness are followed by a long, lingering finish. This vintage showcases the unique terroir of Central Otago, with its cool climate and mineral-rich soils. Produced by the renowned Grasshopper Rock winery in New Zealand, this Pinot Noir is a true testament to their commitment to quality and excellence in winemaking. Enjoy now or cellar for several years to come.

TERRA SANCTA WINES Shingle Beach Pinot Noir, Central Otago

Musk Creek Pinot Noir is evolving slowly to open up to its full potential. Some spearmint, raspberry and spice aroma; palate is moderate weight, silky and fine natural acid.

You are greeted on the nose with suggestions of bramble and spice, gradually opening up to reveal red and black berry fruits, spice, leather and subtle floral notes.The palate is soft and supple, with cranberries and sweet red berry fruits upon entry. Fine silky tannins entwine a concentrated core of juicy black cherries, dark berry fruits, dried herbs and cocoa before trailing off to a long even finish.

This has been a leading light for Central Otago for Pinot Noir, displaying perfumed ripeness with piercing clarity; dark fruits of the forest dominate the aroma, underpinned by floral and spice notes. Red fruit aromatics are underpinned by cherry and Christmas cake spice while the palate is well textured.

Fruit for this lovely Pinot was selected meticulously, destemmed in stainless steel tanks, and subjected to wild fermentation. Post aging in French oak barrels for about 10 months, the wine was fined and bottled for release. Grasshopper Rock Pinot Noir 2014 shows a medium purple hue, with light pink highlights along the edges. The blissful nose gives off scents of dried herbs, mushrooms, red fruits and violets while the supple palate is packed with black and red cherries coupled with nuances of tobacco, spice and leather. The medium-weighted palate has a great structure and finesse, which mesh well with the fine and grainy tannins to provide a lengthy mineral finale. A suggested food pairing with this wine is smoked hoki.