Villa Maria Private Bin Pinot Grigio Wine is new Zealand white wine. It is grown on free draining soils comprised of silt and sand. The vines were cropped low, allowing ripe flavours to fully develop in the fruit. It goes well with fresh seafood, chicken or white meat. A fantastic alternative to Sauvignon Blanc, its moderate alcohol and approachable style make it a great food wine.

It destemmed and crushed, gentle pressing was then employed to avoid excessive skin contact. The juice was cold settled then racked clear and inoculated for ferment. Cool fermentation techniques were employed to promote aromatics and delicacy. The individual ferments were tasted daily and stopped once the desired residual sugar level was achieved. Regular lees stirring for two months was undertaken in tank to enhance texture. The wine was then blended, gently fined, cold stabilised and filtered prior to bottling.

Grapes were picked by hand and take to the winery where they were destemmed, crushed and pressed. The must was lightly clarified and fermented in stainless steel tanks at 12 -14 degree C. Fermentation took between 15 to 20 days and the resulting wine was then separated in different lots that stayed in touch with their lees during three months to intensify its distinctive fruit character and develop a nice texture. Once the final blend was finished, it was stabilized and softly filtered prior to bottling.Intense, whistle-clean nose that marries the classic pear and apple-like fragrances with elegant hints of florality and citrus. The palate, dry on entry, reveals substantial structure and lingering, refreshing savouriness that make this a versatile wine of outstanding personality.