Babich Marlborough Pinot Gris 2025 is a premium New Zealand white wine from the renowned Marlborough region. This 750mL bottle at 13% ABV showcases exceptional quality with a creamy texture and notable depth, crafted from fruit harvested in the Waihopai and Wairau Valleys.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Brilliant pale gold with hints of copper, reflecting the wine's skin contact and careful winemaking that builds texture and complexity.
Aroma
Pear and ripe citrus with red apple, lifted by sweet florals and a touch of lime. The aromatic profile showcases the variety's classic expression with inviting fruit purity and floral elegance.
Palate
Fresh apple and pear joined by nectarine and persimmon. Creamy textured and spicy with lingering warmth. The wine demonstrates excellent balance between fruit richness and refreshing acidity, with 48 hours of lees stirring building luxurious mouthfeel and depth. A small portion of barrel fermentation adds subtle complexity whilst maintaining the wine's vibrant fruit character.
Pairs With
This versatile Marlborough Pinot Gris works beautifully with snapper fillets rolled in fresh breadcrumbs and shallow fried, hot baked ham and glazed kumara, roasted pork, creamy pasta dishes, Asian cuisine, and soft cheeses, making it perfect for both casual dining and special occasions.
After 15 hours of skin contact prior to pressing and four months on lees post-fermentation, this wine offers remarkable texture and focus from one of New Zealand's most respected wine producers.
Fruit was harvested from vineyards in the Waihopai & Wairau Valleys. After some skin contact the fruit was pressed. The juice spent 48 hours stirring on lees prior to clarification to build mouthfeel. Fermented in tank.
