The McDonald Series wines are an expression of both their fruit and the vision of their namesake winemaker. Grown in Church Road's Matapiro Vineyard on the Crownthorpe Terraces, this is a full bodied, powerful style of Pinot Gris with a medium level of sweetness. Wonderfully aromatic with poached pear, stone fruit, rose and ginger, complimented by subtle complexity from wild fermentation and lees aging.

The McDonald Series wines are an expression of both exceptional fruit and the vision of legendary winemaker Tom McDonald. Sourced from Central Otago - one of the world's greatest Pinot Noir regions - this wine reveals vibrant red and black fruit aromas layered with floral, spice and fresh thyme notes. Fresh, juicy and beautifully balanced, it finishes with fine tannins and impressive length, offering immediate appeal while rewarding careful cellaring for years to come.

The McDonald Series wines are an expression of both their fruit and the vision of their namesake winemaker. Hand harvested and gently whole bunch pressed to craft a finely textured, complex and age-worthy style of Sauvignon Blanc. Vibrant flavours of quince, nectarine, pink grapefruit and elderflower are complimented by a flinty minerality, notes of roasted cashew nut and a subtle creaminess derived from wild fermentation and lees aging in French oak.

Church Road McDonald Series wines are a tribute to pioneering winemaker Tom McDonald, whose vision helped shape the reputation of Hawke's Bay winemaking. This aromatic, textural Syrah showcases a vibrant core of rich plum and berry fruit, layered with lifted notes of violet, warm spice, liquorice, and cracked black pepper, supported by subtle oak. Deep purple-red in colour, it offers a supple, expressive palate with impressive depth and character. Crafted unfined and unfiltered to preserve its integrity, decanting is recommended to fully reveal its complexity.

Found in 1897, Church Road combines traditional winemaking techniques with modern thinking and innovation to craft premium, complex wines. A richly textured Pinot Gris with exceptional aromatics. Pear drop and nectarine aromas are heightened by lifted ginger spice, rose and honeysuckle notes, while the palate is rich and long with a medium dry finish. This wine is well matched with seafood, white meats and many Asian-inspired dishes.

Church Road Syrah expressed the warm climate of Hawke's Bay perfectly with ripe plum, cherry and hints of spice. Complexity from it's time in oak barrels offers this wine profound texture, body and finesse. Suitable for any occasion and paired with red meats, pastas or to have with your next convivial moment shared with friends or family.

A core of fruit suggestive of citrus, citrus blossom, white peach, and fresh fig provides the base that carries layers of savoury complexity including toasted hazelnut or cashew, brioche and driftwood smoke. On the palate, notes of roasted hazelnut, nougat and toasted brioche, along with a wisp of woodsmoke and struck flint, combine to bring a serious savoury element to the wine.

A fruit forward expression from an exceptional vintage. Fresh, bright summer aromatics of raspberries and strawberries. The perfect food match, no matter the season.

Dark, rich aromas of plum & dark fruits finish with a rich, round palate containing fine grained tannins.

Oyster shell aromatics give way to a white peach & pear flavoured profile.

Stylish with power & complexity, mealy with stonefruit, ripe tropical flavours & substantial body.

A nod to the chardonnays of the past with oak, buttery toast aromas & a peach stonefruit flavour profile.