A truly exceptional growing season in Martinborough resulted in some of the most immediately striking Pinot Noir fruit we have ever seen from Ma Maison. The Special Cuvee is only made in the best years using the best barrels. Each vintage is named in honour of a family member, in this case Jade for the Leungs’ daughter-in-law. A cold and windy November led into a hot, dry summer and a spectacular vintage. The wine has hints of black cherry, red plum and profound earthy characters with a fleshy, silken palate and a long finish. Huge cellar potential, though it’s hard to resist now.