This is our very first "Professors' Pōrt" at Māori Point. This has been a labour of love for John and Matt, for more than seven years. Bottled (with cork stopper) in a distinctively unorthodox glass bottle - reflecting the academic and scientific background behind the Māori Point team - this is traditional fortified wine made from Pinot Noir grapes and locally-distilled spirit. It shows classic aged port character from its extended time maturing in oak barrels, yet it also shows the gracefulness of Pinot Noir, which is a very different grape from those that are usually used in port. Look for flavours of dried cherries, walnuts, dates, cinnamon, caramel and burnt caramel, chocolate. It is velvety smooth with a long, warming finish. Pair it with chocolate or cheese, and once opened it is fine for about a month. Ready to be enjoyed now, and should age well for at least 15 years.  

19% Alcohol by Volume