Huia’s 2020 Pinot Noir is a beautifully expressive Marlborough red. Fragrant, silky, and quietly powerful. Expect dark cherry, blackberry, violets, and warm spice on the nose, opening into a layered palate of cherry pie, cacao, wild thyme, and subtle oak. The texture is refined yet energetic, with youthful structure that melts into a long, balanced finish. It’s a Pinot that feels both grounded and graceful: organically grown, wild‑fermented, and crafted with the kind of care that shows in every sip.

Huia is one of Marlborough’s pioneering organic, low‑intervention producers, founded in 1994 by Claire and Mike Allan and now entering a new chapter under owner Tom Pegler. The estate is built around a deep respect for land, heritage, and ecology. a philosophy inspired by the sacred Huia bird, symbolising honour and partnership. Their vineyards in the Wairau Valley are organically farmed, with biodynamic influences, roaming animals, and a winemaking approach that’s thoughtful, unhurried, and purity‑driven. Today, winemaker Josh Lee and viticulturist Georges von der Decken continue the legacy, crafting wines that balance elegance, environmental stewardship, and a strong sense of place.