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The North Island is where the vine was first introduced to New Zealand in 1819 and where significant investment was initially made in the wine industry in the 1960s.
Although the wines of the North Island are both excellent and markedly different in style from those of the South Island, the South has eclipsed the North in the past few decades in the public imagination.
Floral and fruity notes of orange blossom, apricot, rose and peach blend with complex hints of fennel, cashew andbarrel char. The luscious palate deli... Read More
Floral and fruity notes of orange blossom, apricot, rose and peach blend with complex hints of fennel, cashew andbarrel char. The luscious palate deli... Read More
An outgoing, aromatic and refreshing wine, packed with gooseberry fruit. What sets this apart is an herbaceous character not common with New Zealand S... Read More
An outgoing, aromatic and refreshing wine, packed with gooseberry fruit. What sets this apart is an herbaceous character not common with New Zealand S... Read More
An outgoing, aromatic and refreshing wine, packed with gooseberry fruit. What sets this apart is a herbaceous character not common for New Zealand Sau... Read More
An outgoing, aromatic and refreshing wine, packed with gooseberry fruit. What sets this apart is a herbaceous character not common for New Zealand Sau... Read More
This is a wonderfully fruity, fragrant Merlot. Garnet colour, with a vibrant hue. Dark plummy notes are to be found on the nose, alongside woody herbs... Read More
This is a wonderfully fruity, fragrant Merlot. Garnet colour, with a vibrant hue. Dark plummy notes are to be found on the nose, alongside woody herbs... Read More
This Chardonnay has strength and finesse. Rich, warm fruit flavours are supported by fine new oak and creamy yeast flavours. Lemon fruit characters wi... Read More
This Chardonnay has strength and finesse. Rich, warm fruit flavours are supported by fine new oak and creamy yeast flavours. Lemon fruit characters wi... Read More
This superb Bordeaux blend from the New World rivals that of the best of France with 21 months in French oak. It creates a balanced and complex style ... Read More
This superb Bordeaux blend from the New World rivals that of the best of France with 21 months in French oak. It creates a balanced and complex style ... Read More
This Syrah is beautifully silky and exhibits fruity, slightly spiced undertones, with a long lasting finish. It has soft tannins and is highly complex... Read More
This Syrah is beautifully silky and exhibits fruity, slightly spiced undertones, with a long lasting finish. It has soft tannins and is highly complex... Read More
A subtle Chardonnay that will gradually reveal its depth over time. Bright citrus flavors are complemented by a delicate creaminess from the yeast, al... Read More
A subtle Chardonnay that will gradually reveal its depth over time. Bright citrus flavors are complemented by a delicate creaminess from the yeast, al... Read More
Stretched out over seven degrees of latitude, the North Island produces a wide range of styles. As a general rule of thumb, anything from Bordeaux or Burgundy will thrive in the region and make wines to compete with their homeland. Certain red grapes, such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, will excel here but struggle on the South Island.
Key Vines
Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are the prominent whites, whilst Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Pinot Noir fly the flag for the reds. Gewürztraminer and Muscat have a presence and the results of Syrah are eagerly awaited. Müller-Thurgau is a hangover from the past that is being replaced by the more noble and profitable French vines.
Climate and Conditions
It is warm, which allows for ripening of the grapes, but also uncomfortably moist. Autumnal rainfall is particularly hazardous and can lead to mildew and the rotting of grapes. Hawkes Bay and the Wairarapa avoid this rainfall, but instead have to contend with spring frosts and wind respectively. The soils are varied and some, such as the alluvial Gimblett Road gravels, are superb for the growing of vines.