The 2020 Martinborough vintage experienced good weather conditions throughout the beginning of the growing season, which were ideal for producing quality fruit. From late December until mid-March there was an exceptionally dry period, with barely 35 millimetres of rainfall recorded. This caused challenges due to water restrictions, however, when rain did finally arrive in the middle of the harvest, the total absence of fungal infection over the dry spell saw the vines sail through the wet without any incidence of botrytis or berry-splitting. This resulted in fruit being harvested in excellent condition, allowing it to truly express each site's unique character. The resulting Pinot Noirs were outstanding in quality, with great colour, texture and depth.


