COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Oyster Bay Wines
REGION
Marlborough
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Oyster Bay Marlborough Pinot Noir is a distinguished red wine from the renowned Marlborough region of New Zealand. Produced by Oyster Bay Wines, a significant family-owned winery, it is crafted exclusively from 100% Pinot Noir grapes. The wine embodies the producer's commitment to showcasing the distinctiveness of New Zealand's cool-climate viticulture, aiming for wines that are elegant, assertive, and rich in fruit flavors. Marlborough's unique terroir, with its ancient alluvial soils and maritime climate, plays a pivotal role in shaping the wine's character. The winery is a founding member of Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand, highlighting their dedication to environmentally conscious practices.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The first vintage of Oyster Bay Pinot Noir was famously described as 'the elusive stuff of dreams'.
Fact 02
Marlborough's soils are ancient and alluvial, contributing to the wine's unique character.
Fact 03
Oyster Bay is a founding member of Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Oyster Bay Marlborough Pinot Noir is produced from grapes harvested from vineyard blocks in Marlborough's Wairau and Awatere Valleys. The fruit is destemmed and crushed into stainless steel tanks for fermentation, with open tanks undergoing hand-plunging. A portion may be fermented in French oak. Following fermentation, the wine is matured in a mix of stainless steel and French oak barriques for approximately 11 months before blending. Oyster Bay is committed to sustainable viticulture, employing practices such as precise water management and promoting biodiversity through ground cover plantings.
