Seresin Pinot Gris 2023: Tasting Notes

WINE STYLE → Textural & mouth-filling

Seresin Pinot Gris 2023 is a rich, dry and beautifully textured Marlborough Pinot Gris with ripe pear, quince, ginger, spice, white flowers and a savoury mineral finish. It has the generosity of Alsace-style Pinot Gris, but with Marlborough freshness and organic purity. Certified organic, certified biodynamic and vegan suitable, this is a layered white for anyone who loves Pinot Gris with depth, shape and proper food appeal.

Highlights

• Certified organic, certified biodynamic and vegan suitable
• Crafted by Seresin Estate — one of Marlborough’s benchmark organic and biodynamic producers
• Pear, quince, ginger, spice, white flowers, honeysuckle and subtle marzipan
• Partial wild fermentation and partial barrel fermentation in neutral French oak
• 94 points — Sam Kim; 93 points — Bob Campbell MW; 92 points — Cameron Douglas MS; 92 points — James Suckling; 91 points — Gary Walsh; 90 points — Rebecca Gibb MW
• 13.0% ABV

Tasting Notes

Rich and perfumed with poached pear, ripe yellow pear, quince, red apple, grilled apricot, ginger, warm spice, honeysuckle and white flowers. The palate is dry, lush and mouth-filling, with satin texture, creamy lees detail and vibrant acidity giving shape and lift. Subtle marzipan, dried pear and mineral freshness carry through a long, savoury finish.

Winemaking

The fruit was picked in the early morning to preserve freshness, then loaded into the press without crushing and gently pressed. After natural settling, the juice was racked with light lees to stainless steel and neutral French oak puncheons for wild fermentation. The wine remained in puncheons on lees for four months, completing natural malolactic fermentation before blending, filtering and bottling.

Vineyard & Vintage

This is estate-grown Marlborough Pinot Gris from Seresin, farmed under certified organic and biodynamic principles. The 2023 vintage shows the fuller, textural side of Pinot Gris, with ripe pear, quince and spice balanced by fresh acidity and a dry finish. Marlborough’s long daylight, cool nights and clear growing conditions help preserve aromatic lift while building generous fruit weight.

Why We Love It

This is Pinot Gris with real presence. It has pear and quince richness, ginger-spice lift and the kind of creamy, savoury texture that makes it far more interesting than a simple crisp white. It is dry, biodynamic and beautifully food-friendly — perfect for anyone who loves Pinot Gris with generosity, polish and a mineral finish.

Food Pairing

The pear, quince, ginger and creamy texture make this Pinot Gris excellent with richer white meats, spice, roast vegetables, soft cheeses and dishes with gentle sweetness or aromatic herbs. Its dry finish and acidity keep it balanced with creamy or savoury food.

Try matching this wine with →

• Pork and fennel ragu with pappardelle — Find a Recipe
• Thai pumpkin curry with coconut and herbs — Find a Recipe
• Leek and goat cheese tart with thyme — Find a Recipe

Mood or occasion to match this wine…

Open this when you want a white with a little softness and depth: Sunday lunch, roast vegetables, creamy pasta, a cheese plate or a cosy dinner that still calls for freshness.

Cellaring

Drink now to 2030. The wine is already expressive and generous, but its texture, acidity and concentration give it enough structure to develop more honeyed, nutty and savoury complexity over the next few years.

Producer

Seresin Estate is a pioneering organic and biodynamic producer based in Marlborough, New Zealand. Founded by cinematographer Michael Seresin in the early 1990s, the estate has long focused on creating high-quality wine in the most natural way possible. Its vineyards are farmed using organic and biodynamic principles, with gentle winemaking designed to preserve texture, purity and site expression. Seresin’s Pinot Gris is one of Marlborough’s most distinctive examples, showing the estate’s preference for savoury detail, natural balance and food-friendly structure.

Related Wines To Try →

Love this biodynamic Marlborough Pinot Gris? These are textural, aromatic and food-friendly whites to explore next.

• Fresh organic Pinot Gris with pear, melon and citrus — See Saw Pinot Gris
• Same Seresin family, flinty biodynamic Marlborough Chardonnay — Seresin Chardonnay
• Same producer, textural biodynamic Sauvignon with passionfruit and savoury lift — Seresin Sauvignon Blanc

FAQ

What does Seresin Pinot Gris 2023 taste like?

Seresin Pinot Gris 2023 tastes of ripe pear, quince, red apple, ginger, warm spice, honeysuckle and white flowers. It is dry, rich and textural, with creamy lees detail and vibrant acidity. The finish is long, mineral and gently savoury.

Is this Pinot Gris sweet or dry?

This is a dry Pinot Gris, with residual sugar at approx. 2 g/L. The pear, quince and apricot flavours give a generous fruit impression, but the finish is dry and fresh. It sits in the richer, Alsace-inspired style rather than the lean Pinot Grigio style.

Is Seresin Pinot Gris organic or biodynamic?

Yes, this wine is certified organic and certified biodynamic. Seresin farms with a focus on vineyard health, soil vitality and natural balance. It is also vegan suitable.

Is this wine preservative-free?

This wine is not preservative free, and it contains sulphites. Customers looking specifically for No Added Preservative wines should browse the preservative-free range. Organic and biodynamic wines can still contain sulphites unless clearly labelled otherwise.

Does this wine contain sulphites?

Yes, this wine contains sulphites, with total SO₂ at 92 ppm. Most wines contain some naturally occurring sulphites, and many also use added sulphites for freshness and stability. Organic and biodynamic certification does not mean sulphite-free.

How should I serve Seresin Pinot Gris?

Serve at around 8–10°C in a medium white wine glass. Avoid serving it too cold, as the pear, spice and creamy texture are more expressive with a little warmth. No decanting is needed, but the wine will open nicely over 10 minutes in the glass.

What food pairs best with this Pinot Gris?

It pairs beautifully with pork, roast chicken, creamy pasta, Thai pumpkin curry, leek tart, soft cheeses and lightly spiced dishes. The texture suits richer food, while the acidity keeps the palate fresh. Vegetarian dishes with pumpkin, leek, cauliflower, fennel or goat cheese work especially well.

How long will it last after opening?

Once opened, reseal the bottle and store it in the fridge. It should drink well for 2–3 days, especially if kept cold and tightly closed. Let it warm slightly before serving again so the texture and spice can return.

Can this wine be cellared?

Yes, this Pinot Gris can be cellared in the short to medium term. Drink now to 2030 for a balance of pear, spice, creamy texture and developing savoury complexity. Over time, it should become more honeyed, nutty and layered.

Is this wine vegan friendly?

Yes, Seresin Pinot Gris 2023 is vegan suitable. That makes it a strong choice for tables where organic, biodynamic and vegan-friendly wine credentials matter. It is especially good with plant-based dishes that include pumpkin, leek, fennel, mushrooms, herbs or coconut.

Who will enjoy this Pinot Gris most?

This will suit drinkers who enjoy richer, textural Pinot Gris with pear, quince, spice and a dry finish. If you like Alsace Pinot Gris, fuller-bodied Pinot Gris from New Zealand, or whites with texture rather than sharpness, this is a beautiful fit. It is a lovely choice for Chardonnay drinkers who want something aromatic but still serious.

Is this wine keto friendly?

Yes. With residual sugar at approx. 2 g/L, Seresin Pinot Gris 2023 is a dry, lower-sugar wine option compared with off-dry or sweet styles. Suitability depends on individual dietary goals and serving size.

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