The ‘Haha’ wine brand was founded on the most popular and widely planted varieties in the country: Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. The brand has experienced staggering growth since its beginnings in 2011. General manager Ashton Ireland has carefully managed the progress of the company, and eventually introduced a Pinot Gris in 2014. This variety, the third most-planted white, has enjoyed strong support over the last decade, so it was a given success for Haha. Here, I review the new release 2017 vintage. www.hahawine.co.nz