Martinborough’s Luna Estate winery has taken out the Gold and Champion Pinot Noir award at the annual New World wine awards, beating 61 other Pinots in the process.
“Gold & Champion Pinot Noir Luna Estate Pinot Noir 2022” said the formal citation, adding the winning wine has “a fine texture and delicious savoury notes.”
There were a total of 62 entries in the Pinot Noir class, with eight awarded Gold Medals.
The judges’ citation also notes: “This Champion Pinot Noir comes from the well-established Eclipse and Blue Rock vineyards in Martinborough.
“Winemaker Joel Watson demonstrates his talent with back-to-back vintages in the Top 50. This fine and spicy wine is tremendous value for money.
“Captivating and savoury, with mushroom, baking spice, cherry, and plum.”
Head winemaker Joel Watson said the recognition went a long way to showcasing Luna Estate as a local brand.
The winning wine currently is on sale at Thorndon New World in Wellington for $22.99 a bottle.
