Drop of the Day - Te Kairanga Estate Pinot Noir
Te Kairanga’s story is deeply rooted in Martinborough’s heritage, with a legacy stretching back to the 1880s when town founder John Martin farmed the very land where their vines flourish today.
From humble beginnings in pioneering agriculture to the polished elegance of modern viticulture, Te Kairanga hasn’t just witnessed the region’s transformation—they’ve helped shape it.
Martinborough is protected from the harsh elements by a range of mountains to the southwest and west, and has a mild, breezy, dry climate, ideal for cool-climate grape growing. Here, the unique meeting of land and climate creates the perfect environment for Pinot Noir to thrive.
The Te Kairanga Estate Pinot Noir is dark red cherry in hue, opening with bold aromas of ripe fruit, intertwined with spicy and savoury undertones. The palate is rich and textural, showcasing layers of deep, dark fruits complemented by exotic spice. A harmonious balance of intensity and complexity.
Dish Recipe Pairings
- Braised Fennel and Pork Pizza
- Waiheke Fig Pizza
- Cauliflower Pizza Crust with Prosciutto, Buffalo Mozzarella, Pine Nuts and Basil
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latest issue:
126
We start by sharing what’s on the dish team’s radar, what we’re watching, listening to and reading. Harry Butterfield puts a twist on his Nonna’s agnolotti, Malissa Fedele reminds us of the importance of fibre, and Phoebe Holden fulfils a long-held dream, sitting down with Yotam Ottolenghi. Autumn is an abundant time, we make the most with pumpkin, kūmara, cabbage, cauliflower, feijoas, apples and pears. We’re dishing up dinners for two, including a Chicken Dumpling Lasagne, alongside easy weeknight meals. We honour our mums, revisit timeless classics, and add a little baking challenge. This issue, we encourage you to slow down, to enjoy writing your shopping list, and spending time in the kitchen. Because even when life feels relentless, there’s always space to share something delicious.