Forrest
Pinot Gris 2025 750ml

Forrest Pinot Gris 2025

Cocooned by mountains on all sides, the Waitaki Valley wine-growing region lies 40km inland from the Pacific Ocean on the southern flanks of the Waitaki River. Our warm north west sloping vineyard consists of ancient white limestone soils, inter-layered with river gravels, allowing grapes to truly ripen in this southerly latitude.

Vinification

The grapes were machine harvested in the cool of the night to preserve freshness, then cold settled before fermentation — 50% in stainless steel tanks and 50% in seasoned oak barriques. The wine was left on lees for three months to build texture and complexity, then blended and bottled in spring.

Tasting Notes

Delicate aromas of honeysuckle, pear and apricot lead to a textured palate of quince and spice. Crisp, chalky minerality from the limestone soils gives length and freshness.

pH 3.3 | T.A. 5.65 g/l | RS 6.4 g/l | Alcohol 13%