Palliser Estate, Pinot Noir 2022
Product Information
Country New Zealand
Region Martinborough
Grape Variety Pinot Noir
Vintage 2022
ABV 13.5%
Experience the pure, sustainable elegance of the Martinborough Terrace with the exceptional 2022 vintage of Palliser Estate Organic Pinot Noir.
Crafted by a legendary pioneer in New Zealand's premium wine industry, this signature estate release represents an unbeatable value proposition for connoisseurs hunting for an exceptional light-to-medium red wine under £30. Sourced from 100% certified organic fruit across the prized Hua Nui, Winery, and Pencarrow vineyards in Martinborough, the 2022 vintage beautifully captures the intense flavour purity, natural freshness, and complex structural refinement unique to this world-renowned cool-climate terroir.
Boutique Craftsmanship & Organic Terroir
Nestled on the ancient, free-draining gravel terraces of the Wairarapa region, Palliser Estate combines decades of micro-batch heritage with cutting-edge sustainable practices:
• 100% Certified Organic: Handpicked exclusively from low-yielding, environmentally certified estate blocks.
• Elite Clone Selection: A masterfully woven blend of premium Pinot Noir clones (667, 777, 115, 10/5, MV6, and the famed Abel clone) including 5% whole clusters for structural longevity.
• Traditional Winemaking: Utilises cold soak methods, wild fermentations, and 10 months of maturation in premium French oak barrels to build a remarkably plush, velvety mouthfeel.
Why We Love It
While commercial Pinot Noir can often lean simple or overly sweet, Palliser Estate 2022 delivers a masterclass in savoury complexity.
It pours a brilliant, translucent ruby and opens with an alluring, highly expressive bouquet of black cherries, ripe raspberries, and wild pomegranates, layered against undertones of smoky oak, earthy forest floor, and star anise. On the palate, it is beautifully juicy and precise. Fine, refreshing acidity breathes energy into layers of crunchy dark berry fruit, while silk-smooth tannins provide a structured, elegant frame that carries through to a long, mineral-flecked finish.
Perfect Food Pairings
The vibrant acidity, subtle wood spice, and fine-grained texture of this organic Martinborough Pinot Noir make it an incredibly versatile companion for fine dining:
• Poultry & Game: Classic Peking duck, roasted quail, or seared duck breast with a cherry reduction.
• Premium Meats: Butterflied grilled lamb chops, tender venison loins, or veal cutlets.
• Savoury Vegetarian: Roasted beetroot salad with goat's cheese, or a rich wild mushroom risotto.
• Fish Course: Pan-roasted wild salmon or seared tuna steaks served with earthy herbs.
Serving & Cellaring Tips
To allow the delicate aromatics of smoky oak, pomegranate, and spice to completely unfurl, we recommend serving this wine slightly cool at 14–16°C in wide-bowled Burgundy glassware. Decanting for 20 to 30 minutes before serving will heighten its expressive fruit profile.
While its seamless balance makes it completely irresistible today, its brilliant acidic backbone ensures excellent cellaring potential. It will continue to evolve gracefully and gain complex tertiary notes over the next 10+ years.
