Marlborough Red Wines

Ara, Single Estate Pinot Noir,

Ara Resolute Pinot Noir is a complex palate of sweet boysenberry, dark plum and delicate oak spice supported by a firm structure and completed with an opulent, silky finish.

Enticing aromas of ripe juicy cherries and dark fruitcake are enriched by the plush scent of new leather and hints of toasty oak. The palate is supple and fine with a delicious plummy fruit character layered over charry oak and delicate tannins.

Appealingly aromatic, the 2016 Pinot Noir reveals notes of Morello cherry, bramble and dark chocolate. The fine, silky tannins and juicy acidity provide an elegant structure, with complexity coming from gentle oak and woodsmoke character.

The nose is complex with attractive savoury notes of smoked meats and spice, along with cherry, plum and floral nuances. The rounded palate has flavours of red berry compote and plum with savoury and flinty notes. Well-integrated tannins give the wine a balanced structure.

The nose is complex with attractive savoury notes of smoked meats and spice, along with cherry, plum and floral nuances. The rounded palate has flavours of red berry compote and plum with savoury and flinty notes. Well-integrated tannins give the wine a balanced structure.

Giesen Vineyard Selection represents a diverse range of soil types and micro-climates each contributing individual fruit characteristics blended to produce this wine.

Giesen Small Batch Pinot Noir shows a deep red colour with light magenta hues. The perfumed bouquet gives off vibrant aromas of dark cherries, currants and cassis, coupled with forest floor and spice nuances. These intense fragrances integrate with a lush and juicy palate containing bright fruit flavours and firm tannins, ending this exquisite Pinot Noir in a lengthy and structured finish.

An intensely fragrant Marlborough Pinot � full of juicy black cherries and the sweet scent of homemade strawberry jam, intermingled with more savoury suggestions and a hint of sarsaparilla. The firm but finely structured palate blends red and black fruits with chary, smoky oak and rich liquorice. This is a deliciously aromatic wine with concentrated varietal character.

Reminiscent of tree-ripened black cherries and homemade plum jam, ripe fruit aromas intermingle with a sweet-scented floral perfume. The palate blends blackberries and cherry with hints of smoky vanillin oak seasoned with a sprinkle of dried oregano and cinnamon. This is a deliciously fragrant, finely structured wine with intense varietal expression.

An intensely fragrant Marlborough Pinot � full of juicy black cherries and the sweet scent of homemade strawberry jam, intermingled with more savoury suggestions and a hint of sarsaparilla. The firm but finely structured palate blends red and black fruits with chary, smoky oak and rich liquorice. This is a deliciously aromatic wine with concentrated varietal character.

Intense berry and cherry aromas. On the palate these characters meld with the smoky, spicy oak. The tannins are silky and well integrated. A well balanced wine with great length and persistence.

Lush and rounded on the palate with dark and summer fruit compote flavours, along with some savoury, smoky bacon and dried herb notes. This is a charming wine with good intensity and tannin structure. Some gentle supporting oak and dark chocolate flavours linger on the finish.

Generous palate weight with sweet red fruits, subtle spices and a long satisfying finish.

Made from the finest grapes in exceptional vintages, this is the purest expression of Pinot Noir that Seresin can craft It is savoury and complex, created with ageing in mind The supple tannins provide structure for rich and succulent fruit weight, creating a balance between power and elegance

Made from the finest grapes in exceptional vintages, this is the purest expression of Pinot Noir that Seresin can craft It is savoury and complex, created with ageing in mind The supple tannins provide structure for rich and succulent fruit weight, creating a balance between power and elegance

A blend from two of vineyard sites, Leah is named after Michael Seresin�s daughter. Exhibits bright, fragrant berry-fruit aromas, interlaced with spice and herbal notes. The wine is focused and concentrated, with a succulent fruit core, framed by fine-grained tannins and a mouth-watering acidity. An elegant and understated style with immediate appeal but structure to last

A blend from all three vineyard sites, Rachel is named after Michael Seresin�s mother. The nose exhibits aromas of black cherry, truffle and chocolate. The palate is concentrated and full with a dense core of rich fruit, alongside savoury spice and herbal notes, all underpinned by silky-fine and mouth coating tannins. Long on the finish, with a cleansing acidity, this is a poised, yet powerful win…

The nose exhibits notes of ripe dark berry fruit, alongside hints of savoury forest floor, rosemary and leather. The palate is concentrated, with deep earth, spice and hedgerow fruit characters, framed by fine, well-integrated tannins and a persistent, fresh finish

Delicate cherry and spice notes with a base of red berry fruits.

Sweet cherry and red fruits are underlined by fragrant notes of incense, mocha and lavender. Fresh fruit supports a crisp and crunch texture, with a long firm finish. Just a touch of the usual liquorice note from our vineyard.

Ruby red in colour, with lifted aromas of cherries and plums, with a hint of redcurrant. Attractive floral notes also shine through which are nicely integrated with savoury mushroom and toasty oak characters. Classic cherry flavours on the palate, supported by hints of plum and redcurrant. Structurally the tannins are soft and silky, while the well balanced acidity ensures good length of flavour.

Ruby red in colour, with lifted aromas of cherries and plums, with a hint of redcurrant. Attractive floral notes also shine through which are nicely integrated with savoury mushroom and toasty oak characters. Classic cherry flavours on the palate, supported by hints of plum and redcurrant. Structurally the tannins are soft and silky, while the well balanced acidity ensures good length of flavour.

Delicate cherry and spice notes with a base of red berry fruits. A firm tannin profile shows a serious Outpost Pinot Noir.