High Garden Vineyard Pinot Noir

High Garden Vineyard Pinot Noir is a rare and luxurious expression from the highest vineyard in Gibbston, Central Otago. Crafted with precision by Master of Wine Robin Tedder and award-winning winemaker Jennifer Parr, this elegant single-vineyard Pinot embodies purity, altitude and meticulous care — a true collector’s treasure of grace and intensity.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Fragrant and floral, with aromas of violet, cherry, and wild herbs unfolding into notes of red berries, spice and fine oak. The palate is supple yet powerful, showing dense fruit concentration and silky tannins. Elegant, pure and long, it reveals remarkable balance between finesse and depth — a hallmark of Gibbston’s cool-climate beauty.

Key Details

• Winery: High Garden Vineyard
• Varietal: Pinot Noir
• Region: Gibbston, Central Otago, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2021
• Alcohol: 13.5%
• Volume: 750 ml
• Other: Sustainable Winegrowing

Craftsmanship & Story

Planted two decades ago on steep schist-strewn slopes between 420 and 490 metres, High Garden is Central Otago’s highest vineyard. Hand-tended vines, minuscule yields and natural fermentation create a wine of profound purity and texture. Aged in French barriques without fining or filtration, it reflects both site and season with absolute clarity.

Recognition & Accolades

High Garden Pinot Noir is celebrated by international critics for its purity, precision and world-class finesse:

• 95/100 Points – James Suckling (2023 vintage)
• 95/100 Points – Cameron Douglas MS (2023 vintage)
• 98/100 Points – Andrew Caillard MW (2022 vintage)
• 96/100 Points – Cameron Douglas MS (2022 vintage)
• 95/100 Points – Bob Campbell MW (2022 vintage)
• 96/100 Points – Cameron Douglas MS (2021 vintage)
• 5 Stars & 95/100 Points – Bob Campbell, The Real Review (2021 vintage)

Such acclaim places High Garden among New Zealand’s most sought-after boutique Pinot Noirs, reflecting its rare altitude, purity and meticulous craftsmanship.

Food Pairings

Superb with slow-roasted duck, herb-crusted lamb or venison loin, this refined Pinot Noir also pairs beautifully with wild mushroom risotto or truffle-infused dishes. Its fine tannins and savoury complexity make it the perfect Pinot for elegant dinners and celebratory occasions.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

A wine of true distinction — rare, elegant and meticulously handcrafted — High Garden Pinot Noir makes an unforgettable gift for collectors and connoisseurs alike. Its graceful balance and cellaring potential ensure enduring pleasure for years to come.

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