24 boutique wineries from the hills to the plains crafting exquisite wines. Journey into the countryside and meet the winemakers at their cellar doors. Bask in the sunshine, enjoy lunch at one of the vineyard cafes, select wines for your cellar,
taste . . . explore . . .imbibe.
You'll also discover art exhibitions, luxurious vineyard accommodation and breathtaking views in the picturesque hills and plains of Nelson. Simply unforgettable.
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new release tasting events 2010
Once again the Wineart group of Nelson wineries will be travelling the country, to give you the opportunity to meet Nelson Winemakers and taste the newly released wines.
For just $35 you can taste as many wines as you like!! Your wine glass and gourmet nibbles are also included in your ticket price.
Book your tickets online NOW - you can pay by credit card, cheque or online banking.
If you prefer to book over the phone, call 021 1010366
| Tuesday 5 October 5.30 - 7.30pm |
Nelson - The Boathouse, Wakefield Quay, Nelson Waterfront |
| Wednesday 20 October 5.30 - 7.30pm |
Christchurch - The Isaac Theatre Royal, 145 Glocester St |
| Thursday 28 October 5.30 - 7.30pm |
Wellington - The Boatshed, Wellington Waterfront |
Click here for details and to book your tickets.
or send us an email to join the mailing list!
night with the winemaker
Nelson WineArt in conjunction with NMIT's School of Tourism, Hospitality and Wellbeing bring you a series of 6 seminars designed to showcase the range of varietal wines grown in Nelson. Wine enthusiasts will be able to meeet local winemakers and learn the nuances of individual varieties.
Held over 6 evenings from 31 August to 4 October.
Open the Wine Seminar Flier here.
Click here for more details and to register or phone NMIT on 0800 422 733
exquisite wines
"Nelson is home to New Zealand's finests aromatics."Steven Spurrier, Decanter UK
While known first for exquisite examples of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, the region has a growing reputation for the aromatic varieties - Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer as well as its own distinctive take on Sauvignon Blanc and some superb ‘stickies’. Nelson wines are sold in London, New York, Moscow, Tokyo, Munich and Melbourne but you have the chance to experience our wines in the place they are created.
the hills
The softly rolling Moutere Hills are formed from the weathered gravels of an ancient river system, which originally reached from St Arnaud to the coast. The gravel threaded clay soils are reknown for producing wines of richness and texture. The Pinot Noir is deeply flavoured with fine tannins and elegance. The Chardonnay is complex ,multi faceted with excellent structure. Winemakers also produce excellent Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and more recently Pinot Gris.
the plains
Waimea means ’river gardens’ in Maori - with stony soils of alluvial origin, high sunshine hours and a moderating maritime influence, the Waimea Plains provide a great terroir. The aromatic whites are vibrant wines, often with a flinty backbone acting as a counterpoint to the overt fruit flavours, while the Chardonnay here is richly expressive with fine acid structure. The Pinot Noir is perfumed and pretty – plum and cherry characters on the nose with the ripeness carrying through to the supple tannins on the palate.
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