About this wine
Felton Road's Block 1 Riesling is sourced from a north-facing section of the Elms Vineyard in Bannockburn, Central Otago, characterized by heavy silt soils. Hand-picked and whole-bunch pressed, the juice is settled overnight before a slow, roughly three-week fermentation with indigenous yeasts, chilled to halt fermentation and retain natural residual sugar (around 67g/L in recent vintages). The result is a low-alcohol, medium-sweet style with a linear, mineral-driven core of pear and citrus fruit, balanced by Central Otago's signature vibrant acidity and remarkable aging potential.
A perfect introduction to premium New Zealand Riesling — low in alcohol, gently sweet yet crisp, making it incredibly refreshing and easy to enjoy.
Sommelier's Note
"An absolute masterclass in balance between sugar and acid — arguably one of the finest Rieslings produced in the Southern Hemisphere, and one that rewards decades of cellaring."
Food Pairings
Pairs exceptionally well with spicy Asian cuisine such as Thai green curry or Korean fried chicken, where the residual sugar tempers the heat. Also excellent with fresh seafood ceviche, goat cheese, or roasted chicken with preserved lemon.
When to drink it
Ideal for a sophisticated dinner party, a celebratory meal, or as a special gift for a wine enthusiast who appreciates precision and aging potential.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Riesling
- Style
- White
- Alcohol
- 9.0%
- Price Range
- ¥8,000-12,000
Terroir & Winemaking
100% estate-grown Riesling from Block 1 of the Elms Vineyard, farmed biodynamically. Hand-picked and whole-bunch pressed, juice settled overnight. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts over roughly three weeks, chilled to stop fermentation and retain residual sugar (around 67g/L in the 2021 vintage). Low alcohol, medium-sweet style (approx. 9.0% ABV). No fining or filtration.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Felton Road Block 1 Riesling taste like?
- It offers a linear, mineral-driven core of pear and citrus fruit, balanced by vibrant acidity and a gentle, natural sweetness (medium-sweet style, low alcohol around 9.0% ABV).
- What should I pair it with?
- It excels with spicy dishes like Thai green curry, fresh seafood, goat cheese, and roasted chicken, as the residual sugar tempers heat and richness.
- How long can it age?
- Thanks to its high natural acidity and residual sugar, it has strong aging potential and can develop further complexity over many years in the cellar.
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Sourced from the unique Cornish Point Vineyard in Bannockburn, Central Otago, this single-vineyard Pinot Noir is defined by its proximity to Lake Dunstan, which creates a distinct mesoclimate. The wine is celebrated for its succulent, generous mouthfeel, intense floral aromatics, and a core of dark fruit, often showing notes of black cherry, plum, and subtle baking spices. Crafted with minimal intervention, including wild yeast fermentation, whole-cluster inclusion, and no fining or filtering, it offers a polished, silky texture with sophisticated, fine-grained tannins and remarkable length.
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Felton Road Calvert Pinot Noir
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Felton Road Block 3 Pinot Noir
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Felton Road Block 3 is an iconic single-vineyard Pinot Noir from the Elms Vineyard in Bannockburn, Central Otago. Planted on Waenga schist-derived fine sandy loam, this wine is celebrated for its finesse, mineral precision, and structural complexity. The winemaking follows a minimal-intervention philosophy: 100% biodynamic farming, wild yeast fermentation, and no fining or filtration. It typically features a bouquet of dark cherry, wild thyme, and baking spice, with a silky yet taut palate that balances powerful fruit with elegant, fine-grained tannins. It is a benchmark of New Zealand Pinot Noir, capable of significant aging.
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Felton Road Block 2 Chardonnay
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Sourced from the oldest Chardonnay vines on the Elms vineyard, planted in 1992 on deep angular schist soils. This wine is a testament to minimal intervention, featuring biodynamic farming, indigenous yeast fermentation, and aging in seasoned French oak. It offers a precise, elegant, and mineral-driven profile with vibrant acidity, notes of citrus, stone fruit, and a subtle saline finish. It is a benchmark for Central Otago Chardonnay, celebrated for its purity, finesse, and remarkable aging potential.
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Felton Road Bannockburn Chardonnay
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