Bright, Textural, and Refreshingly Pure - A Benchmark Marlborough Pinot Gris with Poise
Catalina Sounds Pinot Gris 2024 showcases the precision and balance that define this acclaimed Marlborough producer. Crafted from sustainably grown fruit, it’s a beautifully textured and expressive white wine that highlights the variety’s natural elegance, full of pear, citrus, and subtle spice, wrapped in silky texture and refreshing acidity.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Fresh pear, nectarine, and honeysuckle with hints of citrus blossom.
Palate: Medium-bodied and textural with ripe pear, apple, and gentle spice balanced by crisp acidity.
Finish: Long, clean, and softly mineral with a lingering fruit sweetness and dry finish.
Food Pairing / Serving Suggestions
Perfect with grilled seafood, chicken salad, or creamy pasta dishes. Also lovely with Thai cuisine or mild curries. Serve chilled to highlight its freshness and purity.
About the Winery
Founded in 2005, Catalina Sounds takes its name from the Catalina flying boats that once patrolled Marlborough’s skies during WWII, a tribute to exploration and craftsmanship. Winemaker Matt Ward crafts wines that balance vibrancy and texture, focusing on vineyard expression and sustainability. From its Waihopai and Wairau Valley vineyards, Catalina Sounds produces some of Marlborough’s most consistently acclaimed wines, known for their poise, purity, and understated sophistication.
Cellaring Potential
Enjoy now through 2027 while its freshness and fruit intensity are at their best.
Collector’s Note
Catalina Sounds Pinot Gris has earned 93–95 points from Wine Orbit and Gold at the New Zealand Wine Awards in past vintages, celebrated for its elegance and textural depth. The 2024 release continues this award-winning streak, crisp, balanced, and quintessentially Marlborough.
Details
Winery: Catalina Sounds
Vintage: 2024
Variety: Pinot Gris
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Classification: Premium Cool-Climate White Wine
Certifications: Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand