Awards/Ratings

Notable reviews: Wine Advocate 93 (Lisa Perrotti‑Brown, Dec 2015); noted positively by Prince of Pinot/Jasper Morris (mid‑90s range). widely lauded by international critics

Tasting Note

Perfumed red berries and warm cranberries with sous‑bois, Provence herbs and subtle coffee/chocolate notes. Satin texture, fine-grained tannins, vibrant acidity and saline minerality lead to a long, elegant finish.

Food Pairing

Western: roast duck, mushroom risotto, roast pork belly, grilled salmon, lamb ragu. Asian: Peking duck, miso‑glazed black cod, char siu pork, yakitori, Korean bulgogi, shiitake hot pot.

Production Method

Certified organic/biodynamic. Hand‑harvested; indigenous yeast fermentation with ~25% whole clusters, moderate maceration; matured ~13 months in French oak (c.20–30% new); bottled unfined and unfiltered, screwcap.

Vineyard Info

Felton Road (est. early 1990s) farms The Elms, Calvert and Cornish Point in Bannockburn. Owned by Nigel Greening; winemaker Blair Walter. One of Central Otago’s benchmark biodynamic producers.