Maude Pinot Noir 2023 750ml

Maude Pinot Noir 2023 is a beautifully crafted expression of Central Otago terroir — one of the world's most celebrated regions for Pinot Noir. Produced by Ed and Sara Donaldson at their Maude winery on the shores of Lake Wanaka, this wine captures the purity, elegance, and vibrancy that defines great Central Otago Pinot. Cool nights, intense sunshine, and schist-rich soils combine to produce a wine of remarkable depth and finesse.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Red cherry, wild raspberry, dried rose petal, subtle spice, and a whisper of forest floor
• Palate: Silky and well-structured with bright acidity, fine-grained tannins, and layers of red berry fruit and earthy complexity
• Finish: Long, graceful, and persistently elegant

Winemaking

• Sourced from estate and selected Central Otago vineyards
• Whole-bunch and whole-berry fermentation for aromatic complexity
• Aged in French oak (portion new) for texture and integration
• Minimal intervention to honour the vineyard's character

Vineyard & Producer

Maude is a boutique winery nestled in the Wanaka sub-region of Central Otago. Ed and Sara Donaldson are passionate advocates for low-intervention winemaking and sustainable viticulture, producing wines that are a genuine reflection of place. Maude has quickly established itself as one of New Zealand's most exciting small producers.

Food Pairing

• Duck confit or roasted duck breast
• Salmon or ocean trout
• Mushroom risotto
• Lamb cutlets
• Soft-ripened cheeses

Cellaring

Drinking beautifully now. Cellar 5–8 years for added savoury complexity.