Cracking value here, with vibrant cherry and strawberry characters on a full-bodied, creamy palate, alongside pinpoint balance of acidity and alcohol. It's firm and fresh, with gentle oak spicing and supple tannins from 10 months in new and used barrels.

This North Canterbury Pinot neatly demonstrates how a little extra time in bottle can yield beautiful results. Notes of damp earth, meat, florals and savory herbal tonic nuances add complexity to the black-cherry and wild-strawberry fruit. While the oak shows a touch on the palate, it's fairly well balanced by plump fruit and savory, herb-flecked tannins. This is a singular Pinot that expresses a sense of place. Drink now through 2027.