Mahi Pinot Noir 750ml

Mahi Pinot Noir delivers the textural allure and elegance that Marlborough’s cooler vineyard sites are known for. This is a wine for enthusiasts who appreciate balance and finesse without the weight of overripe fruit or oak dominance. Hand-harvested from carefully selected sites across the region, it offers immediate drinking pleasure while maintaining the structure that defines quality Pinot Noir.

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Sourced from three distinct Marlborough vineyards, this Pinot Noir combines the cool-climate structure of Twin Valleys’ Fareham Road area with the depth and black fruit character from Ward Vineyard, located 45 kilometers south of Blenheim. The grapes were predominantly destemmed before cold soaking in small vats, a technique that extracts soft tannins and colour at the juice stage rather than during fermentation. This approach preserves the variety’s inherent silkiness and aromatic purity.

Nose: Crushed wild roses and red cherry dominate, with subtle undertones of damp moss and fresh mushrooms adding earthy complexity. Dark berry notes emerge with time in the glass, creating an inviting aromatic profile.

Palate: Mouth-filling yet refined, with ripe dark cherries and plums framed by smooth, building tannins that grip gently. The texture is open-knit and supple, with mocha shadings and soft tannins providing structure without heaviness. Good complexity balances fruit richness with savoury depth.

Finish: Well-rounded and persistent, with dark fruit and fine-grained tannins lingering comfortably. The back-palate shows the finesse contributed by the cooler-climate fruit, offering length without weight.

Pair this wine with roasted duck breast, wild mushroom risotto, or grilled salmon with herb butter.

Serve slightly below room temperature at 14-16°C in a large-bowled red wine glass to allow the aromatics to open fully.

At $49.99, this wine punches well above its price point, making it an excellent choice for weeknight dinners with something special on the table, or as a thoughtful gift for Pinot Noir lovers who appreciate New Zealand’s distinctive take on the variety.