Tamburlaine Organic Grapevine Pinot Gris 2025: Tasting Notes

WINE STYLE → Pear, apple & zesty-fresh

This is Pinot Gris in a bright, modern style—fresh fruit, clean lines, and just enough texture to make it feel a little special. Think ripe pear and crunchy green apple, with lemon-lime, citrus zest and a faint floral lift. The palate is dry and refreshing, lightly textural through the mid-palate, and finishes crisp and mouth-watering.

Highlights

• Certified organic and vegan-suitable
• Ripe pear, green apple and citrus zest with a clean, dry finish
• Lightly textural mid-palate (without feeling heavy)
• Fantastic with seafood, salads and creamy cheeses

Taste Profile

Tasting Notes

Ripe pear and crunchy green apple lead, with lemon-lime, citrus zest and a hint of florals. The palate is dry and refreshing with a lightly textural mid-palate, finishing crisp, clean and mouth-watering.

Winemaking

Made in a clean, fruit-driven style to keep the aromatics bright and the finish crisp. The gentle texture comes from time on lees and careful handling, giving the palate that subtle “grip” Pinot Gris lovers look for.

Vineyard & Vintage

From organically managed vineyards selected for freshness and flavour. The goal is a Pinot Gris that feels vibrant and easy, with enough texture to stand up to food.

Why We Love It

Because it’s the white you can pour for almost anyone: fresh, dry and zesty, with that pear-and-apple charm that makes Pinot Gris so appealing. It’s also a brilliant Cheese Board Match—try it with brie, washed rind or a nutty hard cheese.

Food Pairing

Think seafood, salads, creamy cheeses and anything with lemon, herbs and a little richness. Pinot Gris is also a quiet hero with Asian-style flavours when you want freshness without sharpness.

Try matching this wine with →

• Lemon garlic butter fish — Find a Recipe
• Prawn & avocado salad — Find a Recipe
• Pea & mint risotto — Find a Recipe

Mood or occasion to match this wine…

Freshly showered, hair still damp, snack plate assembling itself—this is the crisp white that makes an ordinary night feel a bit nicer.

Cellaring

Best young and bright. Drink now for maximum crunch and citrus lift, or cellar for 1–2 years.

Producer

Tamburlaine has been making wine since 1966 and began converting vineyards to organic production in 1998. With vineyards across the Hunter Valley and the high-altitude Orange/Central Ranges region, they’re known for clean, modern organic wines that prioritise freshness, drinkability and regional character.

Related Wines To Try →

More crisp, food-friendly whites (including a great option from another producer):

• Classic, zesty Pinot Grigio refreshment — Antonio’s Organic Pinot Gris 2022
• Preservative-free Pinot Gris with extra crunch — Tamburlaine Preservative Free Pinot Gris 2025
• Perfumed and lightly textural orange-style blend — See Saw Gee Gee Skin Contact Pinot Gris & Gewürztraminer

FAQ

What does Tamburlaine Organic Grapevine Pinot Gris taste like?

Ripe pear and crunchy green apple with lemon-lime and citrus zest. It finishes dry, crisp and mouth-watering, with a lightly textural mid-palate.

Is it sweet or dry?

Dry. The fruit tastes ripe, but the finish stays clean and crisp.

Is Pinot Gris the same as Pinot Grigio?

Same grape, different style. Pinot Grigio often leans lighter and more crisp; Pinot Gris can be a touch more generous and textural. This one sits in the bright, refreshing zone with a hint of texture.

Is it organic and vegan?

Yes—certified organic and vegan-suitable.

Does it contain preservatives (sulphites)?

This wine isn’t sold as preservative-free. Like most wines, it may contain naturally occurring sulphites and can have standard sulphite management for stability. Learn more about preservative in wine

What’s the best food match?

Seafood, salads, creamy cheeses, risotto and light pasta dishes are all gorgeous. Anything with lemon and herbs is a win.

How should I serve it?

Serve well chilled at 6–8°C for maximum crunch, then let it warm slightly in the glass for more pear and texture.

Who will love this wine?

If you like crisp whites but don’t want something aggressively sharp, this is ideal—fresh, dry and zesty with a gentle, food-friendly texture.

(SKU: TM_OPG_CV)