Ever since learning to pronounce Wairarapa (let’s be honest, I still can’t), we’ve loved the pinot from Matahiwi. This one keeps the streak alive, offering a fragrant cherry core that seem to be unparalleled in pure intensity amongst Aussie pinots. I’d chalk this up to terroir, but also the clones used that we don’t often see in such prolific combination over here: things like the ever-so-fragrant, blue-fruited 777 clone; the elusive, swashbuckling Abel clone (someone apparently snuck a cutting into the country in their boot), plus some of the more prolific Dijon clones. Accordingly, you may want to smuggle some of this contraband-worthy pinot into your cart.
Part of our Women in Wine Collection
We are committed to ALWAYS having wines available that are made by women. In an industry that’s still dominated by men, we believe in celebrating the incredible work women are doing. Here’s to our Women in Wine!
Winemaker: Jane Cooper. Vineyard Manager: Karina Southey.
Jane is owner Alistair Scott’s daughter, and has been winemaker at Matahiwi since 2002. Karina manages Matahiwi’s epically beautiful vineyards.
