Pyramid Valley is one of New Zealand’s most revered biodynamic wine estates, located in the Waikari Valley of North Canterbury. Founded by Mike and Claudia Weersing with the vision of crafting profound, terroir-driven wines, the estate is now guided by Steve Smith MW and Brian Sheth, who continue its legacy of regenerative farming, minimal intervention, and site expression.

Elegant yet deeply expressive, the 2021 North Canterbury Pinot Noir from Pyramid Valley captures the soul of New Zealand’s limestone-rich terroir with precision, texture, and quiet intensity. A brilliant ruby hue in the glass, it opens with an evocative bouquet of wild strawberry, red cherry, and rose petals, layered with forest floor, spice, and a touch of crushed herbs. The palate is supple and poised, with juicy red fruit at its core, framed by fine, chalky tannins and lifted by bright natural acidity. Hints of clove, savoury earth, and subtle oak add complexity, while the finish is long, fresh, and resonant. It’s a Pinot Noir of purity, finesse, and true sense of place.