The 2025 Ant Moore A+ Pinot Gris is a vibrant Marlborough white wine crafted in a fresh, modern New Zealand style. Produced by Ant Moore — a winemaker known for minimal intervention techniques and expressive fruit-driven wines — the A+ range focuses on purity, balance and drinkability. Fruit is sourced from select Marlborough vineyard sites, with careful handling to preserve aromatics and freshness.
The nose is elegant and lifted, showing ripe pear, quince and baked apple layered with citrus blossom, honeysuckle and subtle spice. Additional notes of white peach, vanilla and toasted almond add extra texture and aromatic complexity while still retaining a bright, refreshing profile.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with a soft, rounded texture balanced by lively acidity and a clean dry finish. Pear, stone fruit and citrus flavours are supported by gentle spice and light lees texture, leading to a smooth, refreshing and highly approachable finish. Compared to richer Pinot Gris styles, the A+ leans more toward freshness and purity while still offering enough texture and flavour concentration to remain satisfying.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent “easy premium drinking” Pinot Gris that overdelivers for the price. Compared to heavier Alsace Pinot Gris, it’s fresher, cleaner and more vibrant; compared to many simple commercial Pinot Grigio wines, it has noticeably more texture and flavour depth. A fantastic crowd-pleasing white that works equally well as an aperitif or with food. Drink now while youthful and fresh. Perfect with seafood, pork, creamy pasta, sushi or light Asian cuisine.
