Pinot Noir 2010 Hailed a Huge Success (6 April 2010)

Pinot Noir 2010 Hailed a Huge Success – planning underway for 2013

As endorsements and accolades continue to arrive, Pinot Noir 2010 is being hailed as a true salute to New Zealand Pinot Noir, its growers, winemakers and industry.

“Once again the huge success of this event has contributed to the ongoing positioning of New Zealand Pinot Noir as one of the finest of the new world,” said Alastair Maling MW Board Chair and Group Winemaker for Villa Maria.

Commenting on feedback from those that participated in Pinot Noir 2010 Alastair said that some had hailed it as the “best event of its kind in the world”, with wineries saying they were “‘proud to be involved in an event of this calibre”

“As the most significant wine event in the Southern Hemisphere it is a huge undertaking, but it is a hugely important way to promote our wine industry not just for Pinot Noir but other varieties as well,” said Alastair.

“The feedback from wineries, sponsors and delegates has been hugely positive, as we begin laying the foundations for the 2013 event. These suggestions will feed into our planning as we work to continue to improve this event while keeping the essence of this world-class event.”  

“Pinot Noir is the draw card which attracts hundreds of wine aficionados from around the world all the way to New Zealand. It opens the door for us to be able to showcase our wine industry to this influential audience.  

“Our unique climate combined with the passion and skill of our winemakers allows us to produce some truly world-class wines,” said Alastair.

Over the four days delegates were treated to specific tastings looking at the ageability of our Pinot Noir, regional differences as well as whether sustainably grown Pinot Noir is in fact the way forward.

“Everyone at the event will have taken away their own thoughts about the Pinots tasted at both the formal and walk around tastings. Our Pinots are continually evolving for the better and in an extremely exciting direction which I hope will lead to further debate and discussion for some time to come,” said Alastair.

“Having said this we know we can – and must – continue to get better at what we love doing.  We have come so far in a little over 20 years and we are well on track to achieve our goal of being internationally recognised for our Pinot Noir."