Dog Point Pinot Noir Marlborough – 2022

This is a perfumed and supple expression of Marlborough Pinot Noir from clay hill slopes. Floral aromatics  of roses and violets with crunchy red berry fruit and dried herb notes. The palate is succulent with alluring red cherry, brown spices and fine, silky tannins. This wine has all the makings of a long lived Marlborough Pinot Noir and matches perfectly with duck, red meats (particularly venison and lamb), and mushroom dishes. Certified organic.

“The ’22 vintage wasn’t particularly easy, but the intent and meticulous attention of viticulturists shines bright in the best wines. The ’22 is on fire, with cherry compote, blue plum skin and rhubarb stem. The selected 25% whole bunch adds just the right amount of sinewy, woodsy herbs backed by savoury potting clay and tree bark. Red lingonberries pop like caviar on the mid-palate and the staying power of graceful but astute tannins is why this wine will age like a dream. This is built for almost any medium rare meat you can throw at it – lamb, game or grass-fed beef. It’s a wine for the very best crystal and only the best of friends for  company. Stunning.” 96/100pts James Halliday, July 2025

“This classy, finely structured red is estate-grown on the south side of the Wairau Valley, hand-picked and matured for 18 months in French oak barriques. The 2022 vintage has a fragrant, savoury, youthful bouquet. Full, bright ruby, it has layers of berry, plum, spice and nut flavours, fresh acidity, and very impressive harmony, complexity and length.” 5 stars, Michael Cooper MW 

“The 2022 Pinot Noir leads with black cherry and star anise, strawberry top and a hint of pomegranate molasses. The wine is light and chalky, with attractive clarity in the glass and brilliant length through the finish. There is a dusting of cocoa and licorice at the edges of the aromas. It’s a beautiful wine, one that ages slowly and gracefully over the decades. The tannins here are grippy and yet pulverized in structure; they serve to cup and cradle the fruit, never intrude but forever guiding. About 30% whole clusters were used in the ferment. 13.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.” 93+/100 Wine Advocate