Marisco Vineyards, The King’s Thorn Pinot Gris 2013, Marlborough, New Zealand
The trickle of Pinot Gris wines coming to us from New Zealand has turned into a steady stream, this from winemaker Brent Maris being a very elegant example. It opens with delicate scents of blossom, honey and summer orchards, before the palate delivers a medium-bodied and crisp fruitiness that, despite a touch of residual sugar just to add a little charm, is focused on taut apple and citrus, a soft sheen of spice and almond from a little oak compenent too. It’s not the most arresting Pinot Gris, but I really like it’s delicacy. I would hesitate to recommend it at full price I must say, but on the current offer it is worth buying. Watch the video for my full review of this wine and for food-matching suggestions. £14.99, Majestic.
