Marisco was selected as the New Zealand winery of the year in 2011 by the IWSC in London. The Marris family are descendants of William de Marisco (approximately 1100 AD), who was said to be one of the 35 illegitimate children of King Henry the First. They are pioneers in the wine industry of the Marlborough wine region. Their vineyard is located on the banks of the Waihopai River and on the Southern side of the Wairau Valley. The Waihopai River runs the length of their 268 ha vineyard and not only provides a picturesque boundary but its ancient river shingles are an essential part of the vineyard's terroir. This location consistently enjoys warmer daytime temperatures and lower rainfall than areas to the North. These daytime temperatures, followed by cool nights, encourage intense flavor development which is the hallmark of Marlborough wine. In February 2009 they broke ground on a new 6,000 ton state of the art winery, and the 2010 vintage was the first crush in the new facility. Marisco produces three brands, Fernlands, The Ned and The Kings Series. Fernlands is the newest of the wines produced by Marisco. The fruit is all estate grown. The Ned was launched in 2006 and is named after one of the tallest, most rugged peaks to the southeast of their vineyard. In October 2009 they launched The Kings Series range, a celebration of their family heritage dating back to the 12th Century. Each wine in the range tells a story about their ancestors, the de Mariscos, and their tempestuous relationship with the English monarchy.
Winemaking: Gentle fruit handling followed by a long, cool fermentation with select yeast strains and a deliberate early release has ensured a wine vibrancy and maximum
The 2021 growing season had an ideal start early bud burst after a record warm, dry winter (the second warmest since 1932), and an
Winemaking: Gentle fruit handling followed by a long, cool fermentation with select yeast strains and a deliberate early release has ensured a wine vibrancy and maximum
Winemaking: Gentle fruit handling followed by a long, cool fermentation with select yeast strains and a deliberate early release has ensured a wine vibrancy and maximum
"The Ned Pinot Rose 2020 is a vibrant, pale rose pink. With a wonderfully scented and pure fruited aroma that melds elements of red berry
"A portion of fruit was given skin contact to help enhance a salmon pink colour into the wine, thereby endorsing the signature style for The
"The preservation of aromatic and fruit flavours from the vineyard through to the winery is of the utmost importance in our Sauvignon Blanc. Thus, fruit
"Blended from select, premium vineyard sites spread across the southern side of Marlboroughs Wairau Valley." "Gentle fruit handling followed by a long, cool fermentation with select
Wine Spectator 88 "A slight blush hue accents the strawberry and peach flavors, set on a supple and juicy frame. Details of spice and watermelon linger
Wine Spectator 88 "Offers a mouthwatering mix of lemongrass, lime sherbet and green apple flavors, with intense acidity. Drink now." "The growing season of vintage 2019 in
"The 2018 vintage showcases a classic fruit-driven Marlborough Pinot Noir with fragrant aromas of raspberry, strawberry and red plum. This vibrant fruit core is underpinned
"Blended from select, premium vineyard sites spread across the southern side of Marlboroughs Wairau Valley." "Gentle fruit handling followed by a long, cool fermentation with select
James Suckling 90 "This has a super fresh sweet-herb and tropical fruit nose with attractive, fresh fruit and apples as well as limes. Drink now." "The advantageous
"The Ned Pinot Rose 2018 is a vibrant, pale rose pink. With a wonderfully scented and pure fruited aroma that melds elements of red berry
Wine Enthusiast 90 WE TOP 100 BARGAINS 2019 Rank 45 Wine Enthusiast Best Buys 'Less rosé-hued than the previous vintage, this Pinot Gris is hard not to
"100% Sauvignon Blanc Viticulture:The vineyard where Fernlands Sauvignon Blanc is grown is one of Marlborough’s best. The soil is an ancient riverbed comprised of three
"The Ned Pinot Rose 2017 is a vibrant, pale rose pink. With a wonderfully scented and pure fruited aroma that melds elements of red berry
Wine Spectator 88 "Pear, lime and tangerine flavors are crisp and refreshing, with notes of coconut water and grapefruit on the finish. Drink now." BEST
Wine Spectator 89 "Bright and tangy, with transparent Key lime, passion fruit and citrus flavors, crisp and refreshing. Shows intensity on the finish. Drink now." "A precise
"A perfumed nose greets you with an array of youthful, bright fruit; red plum, cherry and blackcurrant. These aromatics, mirrored on the palate are intricately
Wine Enthusiast 91 Best Buy "This medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc is slightly leafy in style, but balances that with lush citrus fruit. The crushed tomato stalk and grapefruit
"100% Sauvignon Blanc Viticulture:The vineyard where Fernlands Sauvignon Blanc is grown is one of Marlborough’s best. The soil is an ancient riverbed comprised of three
Decanter 92 "A bone-dry wine with ripe tropical fruit flavors. Quite pungent, showing classic-style citrus, red apple and passion fruit, even a subtle lemongrass undertone. lt's
Decanter 89 "A crowd-pleasing Pinot Noir that delivers smoky, toasty oak on the nose balanced by red cherry fruits. It has a light body and smooth
"Sourced from the renowned Ben Morven and Slopes vineyards, the 2015 vintage was naturally low yielding, with a long ripening period that has ensured optimal