Te Mata Estate 'Alma' Pinot Noir

Te Mata Estate’s Alma Pinot Noir is a fine wine of dimension and texture, crafted from Hawke’s Bay’s oldest estate. With floral perfume, exotic spice and bright red fruit purity, it delivers finesse and structure in equal measure — an elegant Pinot Noir for collectors and discerning gift-givers.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Dark garnet with a purple edge, the wine opens with intense aromas of carnations, peonies and lavender laced with cardamom, nutmeg, clove and sandalwood. Redcurrant and cherry bring brightness and energy to the palate, wrapped in fine-grained silky tannins. Complex and layered, it finishes long and graceful, balancing freshness with structure.

Key Details

• Winery: Te Mata Estate
• Grape: Pinot Noir
• Region: Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2022
• ABV: 13%
• Volume: 750ml
• Other: Sustainable Winegrowing; Vegan-Friendly

Craftsmanship & Story

Founded in 1896, Te Mata Estate is New Zealand’s oldest winery, producing estate-grown wines of classical style and elegance. Alma Pinot Noir pays tribute to Dr James Thomson, a forebear of the Buck family, whose bravery at the Battle of the Alma is commemorated on the wine’s label. Hand-harvested fruit, small-batch ferments and sensitive oak handling capture the finesse of this site.

Special Features

Named for “love” and legacy, Alma blends heritage, place and precision. Estate-grown fruit is hand-picked and rigorously sorted before wild fermentation in small vats. A gentle maturation in French oak barriques enhances its silken texture and layered spice. The label carries Dr Thomson’s Crimean War medal, linking the wine to Te Mata’s rich family history.

Recognition & Accolades

Alma Pinot Noir has earned acclaim for its finesse and structure across vintages:

• 95/100 Points – Huon Hooke, 2022 vintage
• 95/100 Points – Erin Larkin, Wine Advocate, 2022 vintage
• 5 Stars – Michael Cooper Buyer’s Guide, 2022 vintage
• 96/100 Points & 5 Stars – Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, 2021 vintage
• 96/100 Points – Huon Hooke, The Real Review, 2021 vintage
• 95/100 Points – Cameron Douglas MS, 2019 vintage
• 5 Stars – Michael Cooper, 2019 vintage

These accolades affirm Alma’s reputation as one of Hawke’s Bay’s most elegant and collectible Pinot Noirs.

Food Pairing

This is the perfect Pinot Noir for refined dishes such as roasted duck breast with plum glaze or lamb rack with thyme jus, where its bright fruit and spice enhance the richness. Earthy pairings like mushroom risotto, roasted beetroot and truffle gnocchi mirror its savoury depth. For seafood, try salmon or tuna with soy glaze. Washed-rind or aged sheep’s cheese round out indulgent matches for this fine wine.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

A distinguished Pinot Noir linking heritage and finesse — Alma is an impressive choice for milestones, anniversaries or corporate gifting. With its layered complexity and cellaring potential, it is both a fine wine gift and a collectible addition to any cellar.

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