Deep Down
Deep Down operates in Marlborough, the South Island region that has become synonymous with vibrant Sauvignon Blanc and elegant Pinot Noir. The winery's Sauvignon Blanc expresses the region's signature aromatics and crisp acidity, while its Pinot Noir demonstrates the textural complexity and restraint that define South Island expressions of the variety. Both wines have been assessed by major critics including Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, Decanter, and Falstaff, with the Pinot Noir averaging 88.3 points and the Sauvignon Blanc 87.7 points across prestige ratings. Marlborough's cool climate and distinctive terroir—shaped by its maritime influence and alluvial soils—create conditions where these varieties achieve balance between ripeness and acidity. Deep Down's focus on these two flagship expressions reflects the region's viticultural strengths and the precision required to craft wines of substance from New Zealand's most celebrated wine area.
Critics
Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, Decanter