98 Points
19.5 Points
96 Points
95 Points
94 Points

Valli Gibbston Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023

SKU: VGPN202310 UCNZ

$84.99

Unit price: per

The estate is based at Gibbston in Central Otago, and this is their flagship Pinot Noir.

The intense perfume flows onto the palate with more baking spices, dried florals, cedar, and dark red fruit.

The extremely small harvest from this site makes the wine a real treasure!

Critic Scores

98 // Sam Kim

"It’s totally seductive on the nose with stunning fruit purity and perfume, showing ripe cherry, floral, mushroom, thyme, and toasted almond notes, followed by a finely flowing palate that’s wonderfully rounded and plump. Tannins are fine and beautifully infused, making it superbly structured with a sustained, refined finish. At its best: 2026 to 2038."

19.5 // Candice Chow

"Moderately deep crimson, lighter on the rim. The nose is immediately pleasing, with concentrated aromas of cherry, black raspberry, deep floral, undergrowth, and delicate spice. Medium-bodied, with aromas of red cherry and black raspberry entwined with tamarillo, unfolding black pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg spices, undergrowth and hibiscus. Lacy, enticing acidity flows with good energy and precision. Finely woven, powdery tannins coated the mouth in satin and imparted deep fragrances that lingered. An exceptional vintage, this wine is a classic Gibbston Pinot Noir, seductive, harmonious, and profound, one for the long-term cellar. Fermented with 25% whole bunch, aged 11 months in French oak barrels, 27% new oak. 13% alc."

96 // Erin Larkin

"The 2023 Gibbston Vineyard Pinot Noir is fresh, juicy and texturally detailed, with chalky, supple tannins that fill the mouth and saline acidity that courses through the layers of floral, red-berry fruit. There is real drive and elegance here. It’s a superb wine, as all of these Valli Pinots tend to be. 13% alcohol, sealed under screw cap. #1 NZ Pinot Noir, Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate"

95 // Stephen Wong MW

"Evident whole-bunch spice complexity here with grainy, tight tannins, refreshing acidity and a deep but restrained palate of floral-infused black fruit. Mid-weight, concentrated but serious and currently quite austere, there is a mineral core to the sinewy palate which needs time to resolve. Concentrated and ripe without being boisterous. Restrained power with good ageing potential."

94 // James Suckling

"Lovely, bright fruit with black cherries, strawberries and orange peel as well as hints of peaches. Medium-bodied, this has firm tannins that are caressing and delicious. Fluid and attractive at the end. Drink or hold."

Product Details

Red

2023

Pinot Noir

Valli

Gibbston Valley, Central Otago, New Zealand

10-15 Years

Stelvin

14.0%

750ml (Bottle)

Available for Purchase

Estimated dispatch from Warehouse: Friday, September 19, 2025

Tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.

Description

A deep ruby-red color with moderate transparency, slightly lighter at the edges. The nose is gently full and enticing, offering complex aromas of forest floor, crushed herbs, dried hibiscus, along with delicate spice, cherry, and plum. Medium-bodied and silky on the palate, it begins with scents of cherry and young plum interwoven with crushed herbs, hibiscus, liquorice, forest floor, and spice. The mouthfeel is supple and silky, with fine powdery tannins that delicately veil the palate. Lacy and captivating acidity carries the experience to a very long and exquisite finish. This wine is harmonious, revealing depth and complexity through its delicate aromas, reminiscent of Gibbston. It pairs beautifully with pigeon and truffle and has the potential to age gracefully for the next 12+ years.

- 50 Best Bottles from NZ Wineries - Dr. Jo Burzynska, Viva's NZ Wine Awards 2025, NZ Herald
- Category Winner - 'Best for pinot lovers' - Dr Jo Burzynska, Viva's NZ Wine Awards 2025, NZ Herald
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Earthy, Herbal, Red Fruits

Palate:

Cedar, Red Cherry, Strawberry

Food Pairings:

Asian

Cheese

Red Meat

Spicy

Tasting Notes

Description

A deep ruby-red color with moderate transparency, slightly lighter at the edges. The nose is gently full and enticing, offering complex aromas of forest floor, crushed herbs, dried hibiscus, along with delicate spice, cherry, and plum. Medium-bodied and silky on the palate, it begins with scents of cherry and young plum interwoven with crushed herbs, hibiscus, liquorice, forest floor, and spice. The mouthfeel is supple and silky, with fine powdery tannins that delicately veil the palate. Lacy and captivating acidity carries the experience to a very long and exquisite finish. This wine is harmonious, revealing depth and complexity through its delicate aromas, reminiscent of Gibbston. It pairs beautifully with pigeon and truffle and has the potential to age gracefully for the next 12+ years.

- 50 Best Bottles from NZ Wineries - Dr. Jo Burzynska, Viva's NZ Wine Awards 2025, NZ Herald
- Category Winner - 'Best for pinot lovers' - Dr Jo Burzynska, Viva's NZ Wine Awards 2025, NZ Herald

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Earthy, Herbal, Red Fruits

Palate:

Cedar, Red Cherry, Strawberry

Food Pairings:

Asian

Cheese

Red Meat

Spicy

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