Our Wines

Crafted using a clever combination of traditional `hands-off` vinification and modern winemaking techniques, Cloudy Bay Chardonnay is an intriguing and textural wine. Packed full of citrus and stone-fruit flavours, the fruit is enhanced by an attractive nuttiness and subtle oak influence.

The grapes for this wine come from their estate vineyards on the Felton Road. Red fruits of the forest along with blackberries dominate the aroma, these are underpinned by savoury herb and liquorice. The wine has a abundant fruity front palate which is fleshy and well textured.

Seresin taste all of their Chardonnay after a year in barrel and only the finest is selected to become the Reserve. The wine is aged for a further six months in old oak puncheons gaining balance, depth and complexity. The 2015 Chardonnay Reserve is a wine full of concentration and poise.

Subtle, Burgundian mineral style. Consistently recognised as one of Australia`s most elegant Chardonnays the M3 shows cool characters of nectarine and cumquat, with vivid fresh acidity that provides structure and focus. Youthful at this early stage, it will develop in complexity over the next five years.

The Balnaves’ family vineyard is situated at the southern end of the famous Coonawarra ‘Terra Rossa‘ strip. Deep rich red in colour, the nose is intense with aromas of ripe cassis, liquorice, and some spicy leather notes, combined with fine smoky French oak. The palate is solid and structured with a fine tannin finish.

A unique blend of Pinot Noir and Shiraz from the Clare Valley. The wine is a deep inky crimson red showing brick edges. On the nose, it has a complex herbal aroma of marjoram and fennel seed with ethereal fine silky tannins, a bright vein of acidity and mulberry, raspberry and dark cherry fruits on the palate.

The 47 acre Lusatia Park Vineyard was established in 1985 on the Lone Star Creek in the Upper Yarra Valley. Its north-facing aspect, deep free-draining red soils, and close-planted vines ensure intense varietal flavours derived from long, consistent ripening.

World class sparkling wine from Tasmania, a testament to Dr. Andrew Pirie`s belief that Tasmania could be one of the truly great wine regions of the world. On the nose the wine shows crisp apples and citrus fruit which balances out the biscuity aromas from extended lees ageing.

Established in 2001 and set in the heart of Central Otago’s Upper Clutha basin, Akitu’s 12-hectare vineyard sits alone at 380 metres above sea level on a stunning north facing slope.

Reminiscent of tree-ripened black cherries and homemade plum jam, ripe fruit aromas intermingle with a sweet-scented floral perfume. The palate blends blackberries and cherry with hints of smoky vanillin oak – seasoned with a sprinkle of dried oregano and cinnamon.

Pegasus bay is a small family owned vineyard and winery located on the free draining north facing terraces of the Waipara Valley. The upfront aromas and flavours suggest raspberry, pomegranate, black cherry, purple plum, chocolate and spice. These overlie savoury hints of barbecued meats, grilled mushrooms and black olive tapenade.

Marion`s Vineyard Pinot Noir has an alluring perfumed bouquet of strawberry and cherry with mouth filling ripe cherry and spicey earth flavours. Ripe red cherry aromas and notes of boysenberries with toasty aromas. Vibrant with fruit-sweetness and refreshing acidity, spiciness and long lasting finish with hints of earthy tones.

A small amount of Shiraz is hand-picked every year to make this limited release Sparkling Shiraz. "You could bite into this! It`s dense, black, chocolaty and richly flavoured, the smooth, spreading flavour of it very easy to fall for.

The 2014 Antiquarian Shiraz was selected from the finest Barossa grapes and matured in French oak barriques for 24 months.The wine is glorious upon release and will develop even greater complexity with cellaring for up to 10 years. The wine is a deep crimson red, showing brick edges.

This biodynamic, single vineyard Pinot Noir is from the gravel soil of the Wairau Valley. Wild yeast fermented, Unfiltered and unfined. , The vines are cropped to produce enough fruit for just one bottle per vine. The nose exhibits aromas of wild hedgerow fruit, with undertones of spice, earth and dried herb.

Mouth-watering aromas of nectarine, white peach and delicate grapefruit blossom. A very fine entry opens out to a silky, supple mid-palate and a simply delicious spread and depth of flavour.

From Waiheke Island in New Zealand, the 2013 Dreadnought is incredibly fragrant with aromas of sweet red fruit, spice and savoury gamey notes which are typical of the style. The palate is undoubtedly concentrated yet retains an element of elegance with supple fruit and vibrant acidity.

Another stunning Shiraz from Rory Lane. Clean, grapey tannins, ironstone earthen, and at the same time spicy and structured. Layers are apparent at this early stage, but will age very harmoniously. Unfined and unfiltered.

The Aviator has a wonderful complexity. It has ripe rounded berry flavours of blackberry mocha, spice, savoury olive notes and even a hint of bramble. The tannins are fine and silky, the structure is firm but really well balanced. Brilliant with sirloin of beef and other big, full-flavoured dishes. Definitely worth trying.

A delicious wine from Mt. Difficulty! It’s dominated by cassis, blackcurrant and sweet rose petal notes that sit alongside cassia bark and spice elements in the background. These same sweetly scented blackcurrant characters introduce the wine, followed closely with a touch of pepper bringing warmth.

Multi-award winning New Zealand Pinot Noir. Fantastic, complex and hand-crafted. Intense black cherry with aromas of black currant and some floral notes. Fruitiness combines with meaty, fleshy aromas and a touch of smoke and tobacco.

A diverse aromatic spectrum. black plums, leather, herbs and spice. The tannin structure is seemless and tight. Flavours of anise, blackcurrant and roasted coffee bean.

Established in 2001 and set in the heart of Central Otago’s Upper Clutha basin, Akitu’s 12-hectare vineyard sits alone at 380 metres above sea level on a stunning north facing slope.