Cellar Selection Pinot Noir Rose
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Typically best enjoyed fresh within 1 to 2 years of the vintage release to fully appreciate its vibrant fruit flavors and crisp acidity.
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Fresh summer salads, grilled salmon, and soft goat cheese.
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Villa Maria, founded in 1961 by Sir George Fistonich, stands as a cornerstone of New Zealand's modern winemaking history. This Cellar Selection Pinot Noir Rosé showcases the vibrant cool-climate terroir of Marlborough, where stony alluvial soils and high sunshine hours create ideal conditions for Pinot Noir. Crafted using gentle pressing of 100% Pinot Noir grapes followed by cool fermentation in stainless steel, this wine captures the essence of freshly picked summer berries, wild strawberries, and delicate floral notes, reflecting the estate's commitment to expressing pure varietal character.
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Founded in 1961 by Sir George Fistonich in Auckland, Villa Maria has grown from a visionary one-man operation into one of New Zealand's most acclaimed and globally recognized wineries. The estate meticulously sources exceptional fruit from premier winegrowing regions across the country, including Marlborough, Hawke's Bay, and Gisborne, to craft expressive wines that reflect their unique regional terroirs. Renowned for its pioneering spirit, Villa Maria was a trailblazer in adopting screwcap closures to preserve freshness and remains deeply committed to sustainable and organic viticulture. Their diverse portfolio is celebrated for vibrant Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc, elegant single-vineyard Pinot Noirs like Taylors Pass and Seddon, and rich, structured Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot blends from Hawke's Bay.