Pinot Gris 2009
The 2009 vintage was estate-grown and hand-picked at Bendigo, fermented and lees-stirred for 10 months in tanks. Fresh and subtle, it has lemony, slightly appley and spicy flavours, showing good delicacy and balance, moderate concentration and a crisp, dry finish. Worth cellaring.
Michael Cooper’s Buyer’s Guide to New Zealand Wines 2011
Quartz Reef Pinot Gris 2009
93 Points
A message to you, Rudi – keep up the good work! Handy winemaking has elevated this gris to complex and stylish territory; it shows spiced apples, ripe pears and hints of citrus fruit too. The palate’s rich, juicy and gently spicy to boot – great length balance and power. Superb!
Nick Stock: THE AGE
The Sydney Morning Herald
GOOD WINE GUIDE 2011
Wine Advocate # 191
October 2010
Lisa Perrotti-Brown
2009 Quartz Reef Pinot Gris 90 Points Also subdued on the nose is the 2009 Pinot Gris, giving apple peel and pear drop aromas with whiff of lemongrass, coriander seed and a little toast. Medium bodied, dry, and crisp, it’s quite spicy on the palate with a long, creamy textured finish. Drink this one now to 2013
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Quartz Reef Bendigo Central Otago Pinot Gris 2009
Beautifully balanced, this zesty wine hints of lime, ginger and mineral, has a suggestion of toasted nuts, restrained richness and texture, and a tight, dry finish.
Charmian Smith, Otago Daily Times 22.09.10
2009 Quartz Reef Pinot Gris
A sexy gris style leading the trend. Gorgeous floral aromatics, spicy pink pear skins, grapefruit and lychee with real presence on the palate. Superb balance, quartzy mineral clarity and loads of texture from extended lees contact. An exceptionally good food wine. Match with spicy Asian dishes, poultry, kingfish
Adelaide Advertiser; 30 September 2010
Quartz Reef Pinot Gris 2009 Central Otago NZ
90/100
Pure and concentrated wine with appealing naschi pear and mineral flavours. An off/dry flavour and lengthy finish. Impressive mouth feel.
Bob Campbell, August 2010
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