COROFIN

Corofin is a boutique winery based in Marlborough, New Zealand, known for producing small-batch wines with a strong focus on vineyard expression and minimal-intervention winemaking. Founded by winemaker Mike Paterson, the label has gained a cult following for its detailed and terroir-driven approach to cool-climate wine.

Marlborough benefits from a cool maritime climate with abundant sunshine and significant day-night temperature variation, allowing grapes to ripen slowly while retaining freshness and natural acidity. These conditions are ideal for producing wines with purity, structure, and aromatic precision.

Corofin is particularly known for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, crafting wines that are elegant, layered, and expressive. Pinot Noir typically shows red cherry, wild berry, spice, and earthy notes with fine tannins, while Chardonnay offers citrus, stone fruit, mineral tension, and subtle oak influence. The wines are made with a hands-on, low-intervention philosophy that highlights site character and texture.

As one of New Zealand’s respected artisan producers, Corofin represents a refined and contemporary approach to Marlborough winemaking, focusing on authenticity, balance, and terroir expression.