BASCAND ESTATE PINOT GRIS 

CURRENT VINTAGE

Bascand 2010 Estate Pinot Gris Marlborough

Tasting Notes: This wine exhibits typical varietal aromas of pear drop with subtle quince spice. The palate is off dry and shows good concentration and texture with great balance.

Wine Making: Machine harvested fruit was pressed to tank and cold settled for 48 hours. Clear juice was racked to tank and inoculated. Ferment was conducted at 14degC. The grapes were harvested mid April.

Technical Notes: 3.56 TA 5.6g/L Alc 14% RS 10 g/L Brix 24

Food Match: Fresh rice paper rolls with Hoisin dipping sauce

Cellar Notes: Drink now

Awards: Bronze Medal, 2011 New World Wine Awards

PREVIOUS VINTAGE

Bascand 2009 Estate Pinot Gris Marlborough

Tasting Notes: Aromas of richly scented spices and freshly picked warm peaches. Viscous palate with texture and breadth from extended lees contact and stirring. Fruit sweetness betrays the off dry nature of the wine.

Wine Making: Machine harvested fruit was pressed to tank and cold settled for 48 hours. Clear juice was racked to tank and inoculated. Ferment was conducted at 14degC. The grapes were harvested on 17 April 09.

Technical Notes: pH 3.56 TA 5.6g/L Alc 14% RS 10 g/L Brix 24

Food Match: Fresh rice paper rolls with Hoisin dipping sauce

Cellar Notes: Drink now