WINE DESCRIPTION
Huia Pinot Noir is a premium red wine produced by Huia Vineyards, a family-owned winery located in Marlborough, New Zealand. The grapes are sourced from their own vineyards in the Wairau and Southern Valleys, which are known for their unique terroir and ideal growing conditions for Pinot Noir. The winemaking process involves handpicking the grapes, fermenting them with wild yeasts, and aging in French oak barrels for a long period of time. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant expression of Pinot Noir, with aromas of dark cherry, blackberry, and spice, and a silky texture on the palate. Huia Pinot Noir is a perfect match for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and hearty stews.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Huia Pinot Noir is a beautiful New Zealand red wine with a unique character.On the nose, aromas of dark plums, dark cherries, and subtle notes of oak are present. On the palate, this wine is medium-bodied and smooth, with flavors of dark berries, baking spices, and a hint of smokiness. The finish is long and lingering, with a pleasing balance of tannins and acidity. This is a delightful and sophisticated wine that is sure to please any wine connoisseur. Drink now or keep it for a few years.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2025
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinot Noir
ORIGINS
Winery: Huia
Region: Marlborough
Marlborough is a wine region located in the northeast corner of New Zealand's South Island. It is the country's largest and most important wine-producing region, accounting for over 75% of the nation's total wine production. With its unique combination of geography, climate, and soil, Marlborough has become a world-renowned producer of high-quality wines.
Marlborough's wine industry began in the 1970s, when the first vineyards were planted in the region. Since then, the region has seen tremendous growth, with the number of vineyards increasing from just a handful in the 1970s to over 600 today. Marlborough's wines have become increasingly popular around the world, and the region now produces some of the most sought-after wines in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
4.1
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