Vintage Character Big Sky ‘Provenance’ Pinot Noir 2014 is a limited-production wine from Martinborough’s Te Muna Valley, crafted to showcase the estate’s finest fruit and most expressive terroir. The 2014 vintage in Martinborough was relatively cool with some late-season rain, producing wines of elegance, moderate alcohol, and fine aromatic detail. This Pinot Noir, made from low-yielding 15-year-old vines (Clone 115) on free-draining alluvial terraces, was hand-harvested and vinified with a mix of destemmed and whole-cluster fruit. After a seven-day cold soak and wild yeast fermentation, it spent 28 days on skins before maturing for 22 months in French oak (around 35% new). The result is a wine of depth and finesse, with aromas of dark berries, violet, and subtle spice, layered with tobacco and mineral notes.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing The palate is silky yet firm, with vibrant acidity, fine tannins, and a lingering, complex finish. It pairs beautifully with venison loin, roast duck with cherry sauce, or mushroom and truffle risotto. Big Sky Wines is a boutique estate founded in 2005 by Katherine Jacobs and Jeremy Corban, who established their vineyards on Te Muna Road in Martinborough after returning from France.
Winery Background Their philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention and respect for the land, with a focus on producing wines that reflect the unique soils and cool‑climate conditions of the region. The Te Muna Valley’s free‑draining alluvial gravels, long dry summers, and cool nights create ideal conditions for aromatic whites and elegant Pinot Noir. By combining attentive vineyard management with precise winemaking, Big Sky has built a reputation for expressive, terroir‑driven wines that highlight both varietal character and regional identity.