Pinot Gris
The Prophet’s Rock Pinot Gris comes from both our Bendigo and Pisa vineyards and is supplemented by fruit from the Mount Koinga vineyard also in the Pisa sub-region. These warmer areas of Central Otago combined with careful viticulture allow us to produce a very aromatic style of Pinot Gris whilst retaining the trade mark freshness of the region. This wine has achieved an avid following in a short space of time despite production being very small.
The vinification is heavily influenced by Paul’s time in Alsace where use of wild yeast, multiple small vessels and long ageing are the norm. After long slow ferments the various components are aged on their yeast lees before bottling. This is a truly aromatic expression of Pinot Gris and a marvellous food wine.
The Prophet’s Rock Pinot Gris has received fantastic reviews since the first release in 2007 culminating in the 2009′s selection as one of Winestate Magazine’s Top 5 Pinot Gris of 2010.
Tasting Notes:
Prophet’s Rock Pinot Gris 2010
Prophet’s Rock Pinot Gris 2009