discover the delights of nelson wines this winter.
Is there any better feeling than curling up at home on a mid-winter evening, with a glass of red in hand? Perhaps wrapping up and heading out to a cosy venue with friends, wine list in hand? Either way, winter in the Nelson Tasman region, with its famously crispy sunny days, early morning chill and clear starlit nights, is simply better with a glass of Nelson Tasman wine.
Must try: WINTER wine down
Wind down over the cooler months with our Nelson Tasman winter wine list, featuring premium varieties recommend for the season by local expert vintners and winemakers.
Heaphy nelson syrah 2021
With a smooth palate and soft tannins, Heaphy Syrah 2021 delivers a gentle spice and earthy characters. From a single vineyard, aged 18 months in barrel, this gorgeous Nelson cold climate Syrah retails at $36 through the cellar door at North Eatery. Pick up a bottle and start your winter collection!
TOHU WHENUA MATUA SINGLE VINEYARD PINOT NOIR 2017
Vibrant, ruby red hue in the glass. Rich dark fruits and smoky, spicy French oak on the nose. A palate of ripe plum, subtle earthy notes and balanced smooth tannins. This is a complex yet elegant Pinot Noir. $32.99.
seifried winemakers collection barrique fermented chardonnay 2020
A rich and weighty palate with lovely creaminess that encapsulates the luscious tropical fruit flavours. A great Chardonnay to cellar - if patience allows! $30.
aotea by the seifried family nelson cabernet franc 2019
Inky with ripe generous tannins and a rich fruit palate. Flavours of blueberry, cacao nib and hints of freshly cracked pepper are irresistible on the palate and leave a lingering impression. $39.
waimea estate pinot noir 2019
Dark cherry and blueberry aromas combine with subtle hints of mocha, cloves, smokey oak and an underling savoury pancetta edge. The palate of rich berry fruits, layered spice and soft tannins blend with warm French oak to create a juicy, well-structured finish. $28.
Riwaka river estate resurgence pinot noir 2019
Classically French in style, this Pinot Noir is the perfect weight for winter warming enjoyment. Beautifully fruit focused, this wine carries a solid backbone which will make for the perfect accompaniment to any winter’s evening by the fire! $35.
neudorf vineyards pinot noir
These world-class Pinots deserve nothing less than a great cut of meat thrown on a seriously hot BBQ. Open a couple of hours early or decant to enjoy at its best. Explore Neudorf’s Pinot Noir range for drinking now, or cellar with absolute confidence.
TOHU WHENUA MATUA SINGLE VINEYARD ALBARIñO
Luscious aromas of orange blossom, lime zest and hints of beeswax. The palate is lively, concentrated and bursting with flavours of white-fleshed stone fruit, fresh citrus and melon. An underlying touch of saline minerality leads to a long and juicy dry finish. $30.99
mulled wine by rimu wine bar
Rimu Wine Bar is the ultimate destination for wine lovers in the Nelson Tasman region, with an ever-changing range of over 50 different wines to taste. This winter they’re offering a sensational mulled wine to get you through the heart of cooler months. Be sure to visit Rimu Wine Bar on the picturesque Māpua Wharf, or if you simply can’t make the trip, they’ve generously offered an at-home recipe for you to try!
Rimu wine bar’s mulled wine recipe
YOUR WILL NEED:
4 Bottles of Māpua Pinot Noir
5 Cinnamon sticks, 8 Cloves and 6 Star anise
125ml of Brandy
200ml of Maple syrup
1 Orange - zest and juice
A fabulous group of lovely friends or family
METHOD
Simply pop everything (minus the friends) in a slow cooker on AUTO (or on the stovetop on LOW) for 3-4 hours
Remove the cinnamon sticks, cloves and star anise before serving
Enjoy winter’s most decadent and warming treat!
Be sure to head into Rimu Wine Bar to taste Patrick and the team’s mulled wine, made with a premium Māpua Pinot Noir base and their extra special blend of secret herbs and spices. Enjoy while it lasts!
EVENTS
There is always something happening in the Nelson Tasman wine region! Whether you’re from the region or live afar, here for a weekend or for the season, here are our top reasons to visit us during winter 2023.
WINEMAKERS DINNER
Wednesday 9 August
Indulge in a culinary journey and raise a toast to Neudorf Vineyard’s Head Winemaker, Todd Stevens. Featuring six delectable courses and eight exceptional wines. $220 per person.
Wednesday 9 August, 6 PM at Hopgood’s & Co, 284 Trafalgar Street, Nelson.
Book at hopgoods.co.nz or call 03 545 7191.
Brian shone live
Saturday 12 August
Catch Brian Shone, live at Rimu Wine Bar while you taste exquisite varieties of Nelson Tasman wine, and beyond!
Saturday 12 August, 6-8 PM at Rimu Wine Bar, 6 Aranui Road, Mapua Wharf, Māpua.
Call 03 540 2580 for more.
MEET THE MAKERS
Thursday 24 August
Join Gravity Winery for a special degustation dinner. $125 per person. More details to come!
Thursday 24 August, 6.30 PM at Gravity Winery and cellar door - 243 Old Coach Rd, Tasman.
Call Gravity on 03 543 2817 to secure your seat.
DEGUSTATION EVENING
Tuesday 29 August
Celebrate International Pinot Noir Day at TOAD Hall with a special four course meal, with Pinot Noir wine matches from the Nelson Tasman region! $105 per person.
Tuesday 29 August, 6 PM at TOAD Hall - 502 High Street, Motueka.
Call TOAD Hall on 03 528 6456 to secure your seat - spots are limited!
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