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A unique hotel which just happens to have an even more unique vineyard attached. Planted to Sauvignon Blanc and a small quantity of Pinot Gris (on the steeper slope), the intention of winemaker Gabrielle Simmers is to produce a single aromatic white with texture and food-friendly style. This first release to hit the export market is still a single varietal Sauvignon, but there is no doubting the class of fruit produced here.

Hawkes Bay North Island New Zealand
As wine maker Gabrielle Simmers put it when she came to see us, she just wants to make her vineyard famous. The vineyard, opposite the famous Te Mata 'Coleraine' block, is a fabulous north-facing slope, producing a wonderfully full-flavoured Sauvignon with complex aromatics as well as a deeply satisfying texture and length. This is a true vineyard wine and definitely not just another NZ Sauvignon. The quirky presentation in clear glass champagne bottle... (more info)





