{"title":"Felton Road","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eDiscover Felton Road, one of New Zealand’s most acclaimed wineries. Shop exceptional Central Otago Pinot Noir crafted with biodynamic principles and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eShop Felton Road wines online, featuring Central Otago Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Premium New Zealand wines prized for balance, structure, and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2024-felton-road-block-6-chardonnay-750ml","title":"2024 Felton Road Block 6 Chardonnay 750ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Wine\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelton Road’s Block 6 Chardonnay comes from meticulously farmed, fully organic and biodynamic vineyards in Bannockburn, Central Otago. Since 2002, the estate has followed a strict estate-only, Demeter-certified approach that emphasises sustainability and purity of fruit. The 2024 release showcases the finesse of the Mendoza clone, whole-bunch pressed and vinified with indigenous yeast in the gravity-flow underground cellars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis expression reflects Felton Road’s hallmark of precision and restraint: vibrant fruit, subtle oak integration, and a textural elegance shaped by natural malolactic fermentation and long maturation. A Chardonnay of tension, minerality and quiet power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLifted aromas of citrus blossom, lemon curd, white peach and fresh brioche. Subtle notes of sea spray, almond meal and light oak spice add depth and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA beautifully balanced palate showing crystalline citrus, white nectarine and subtle tropical hints. Fine acidity and a taut mineral line give the wine shape and drive. The texture is creamy yet restrained, with delicate oak framing the fruit. Long, elegant finish with lingering citrus zest, saline focus and gentle smokiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVineyard Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlock 6 forms part of Felton Road’s fully certified organic and biodynamic estate. The vineyards have been managed organically since 2002 and received full Demeter certification in 2010, with BioGro certification added in 2020.\u003cbr\u003ePruning is designed to manage moderate yields and produce an even, light-penetrable canopy. Irrigation is used sparingly, only when soil moisture levels require correction. 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The result is a Chardonnay that is taut, crystalline and precise, retaining freshness while delivering impressive depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertified organic and biodynamic (BioGro \u0026amp; Demeter), 100% estate-grown, and produced with a strict hands-off philosophy: gravity flow, indigenous yeasts, natural malolactic, and no fining or filtration. The wine faithfully reflects the purity, complexity and minerality of its Bannockburn origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes (Producer Notes)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour \u0026amp; Condition:\u003cbr\u003eLimpid, fresh, bright and clear in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose:\u003cbr\u003eFine notes of elderflower and chamomile add delicacy and finesse, hinting at the latent power beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate:\u003cbr\u003eA chiselled, linear style driven by a taut line of acidity. Flavours of Meyer lemon and grapefruit rind flow across a palate that is vibrant, mineral and crystalline, leading to a refreshing, precise finish.\u003cbr\u003eA wine of purity, focus and unmistakable Block 2 identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVineyard Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlock 2 was planted in 1992 on deep angular schist gravel soils on a gentle east-facing slope at The Elms vineyard, Bannockburn, Central Otago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelton Road farms four properties (totaling 34 ha) under full organic and biodynamic certification. 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The 2024 vintage reflects the estate’s commitment to organic farming, meticulous parcel selection and a minimal-intervention winemaking approach designed to preserve vineyard character. The wine is fermented with indigenous yeasts, partially whole-cluster, and matured in French oak using gravity-flow handling and no fining or filtration. It is a structurally defined and estate-pure expression of Bannockburn Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAroma: Lifted red fruits together with florals, spice and subtle savoury notes.\u003cbr\u003ePalate: Medium-bodied fruit purity supported by chalky tannin texture and balanced acidity. The Calvert signature is present in the fine structure, clarity of fruit and subtle mineral undertones. Oak influence remains understated, allowing vineyard expression to lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVineyard Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalvert Vineyard has been farmed organically and biodynamically since 2002, receiving full Demeter certification in 2010 and BioGro certification in 2020. Pruning focuses on controlled yields and open, light-penetrating canopies. Irrigation is applied only when required during dry summer periods. All grapes are hand-picked, with parcels kept separate according to clonal variation, rootstock differences and viticultural trials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25% whole clusters were retained, with the remainder gently destemmed by gravity. Fermentation occurred with indigenous yeasts after an extended cold soak of 8–10 days. Hand punch-downs were performed up to three times daily, with total time on skins of 21–23 days. 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Hand-picked, biodynamically farmed and produced without fining or filtration, this wine represents the estate’s uncompromising pursuit of purity, balance and terroir expression. Block 5 consistently delivers depth, power and refinement, making it one of the standout cuvées from Bannockburn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImmediately complex, the bouquet spans green, red and black tonalities. A seamless palate of morello, sandalwood and nutmeg carries persistent poise. Silky tannins reveal themselves gradually, finishing with elegance and structural balance. 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Elegant, sophisticated aromas seamlessly combine refined, jammy, red-fruit (raspberry, red-cherry) perfume with vanilla chocolate \u0026amp; sweet spice notes. Fresh, mouth-watering acidity lifts plumy red-fruit \u0026amp; mulberry flavors. The texture is incredibly fine, silky \u0026amp; chocolatey. The palate is rich \u0026amp; rounded with warming alcohol balanced by the fruit. 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All grapes are hand-harvested, with quality variations within blocks—due to different clones, rootstocks, and viticultural experiments—carefully separated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736112394603,"sku":"SK86622780","price":265.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2023FeltonRoadCornishPointPinotNoir1.5LMagnum.jpg?v=1767587127"},{"product_id":"2024-felton-road-cornish-point-pinot-noir-750ml-copy","title":"2024 Felton Road MacMuir Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinery Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA little shy on first reveal, but then the deeply bound fruit and complexing aromatics begin to unfold. Powerful, deep and saturating – what we have come to expect from MacMuir. The unmistakable Felton Road winemaking hand contains the package allowing it to gradually deliver, exposing layer upon layer. The site is special – a hedonistic wine that’s brooding, formidable and unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinery Introduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommencing with meticulous site selection and vineyard design in 1991, Felton Road's story is one of refusal to compromise. A strict 100% estate policy with fully organic and biodynamic viticulture (BioGro and Demeter certified) ensures that our fruit arrives at the winery as pure as it can be, while our entire estate comes as close to true sustainability as is possible. The winery is also B Corp certified and a proud member of IWCA (International Wineries for Climate Action). A commitment to hands-off winemaking: gravity flow, wild yeasts, wild malo, an avoidance of fining and filtration all help preserve the wine's expression of its terroir. The result is Riesling, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir which accurately express the authenticity and complexity of our unique vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGareth King; Viticulturist, Blair Walter; Winemaker, Nigel Greening; Vigneron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Viticulture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelton Road farms four properties totalling 34 ha in the Bannockburn subregion of Central Otago. This wine is from MacMuir vineyard which is just 1 km east of the Elms vineyard and winery, and just 300m west of Calvert. The vineyard possesses a higher vine density, a diverse range of clones and deep, heavy silt soils. Meticulous summer management of a single vertical shoot positioned (VSP) canopy ensures even and early fruit maturity. Shoot thinning, shoot positioning, leaf plucking, bunch thinning and harvest are all carried out by hand to ensure optimum quality fruit. Cover crops are planted between rows to assist in vine balance and to improve soil health and general biodiversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a wet September, spring commenced with good soil moisture and bud burst occurred at the normal time of early October. Temperatures hovered around average with December being warm and dry, enabling a successful flowering and fruit set. The dry conditions prevailed throughout January and February limiting berry size and setting the scene for fruit with elevated phenolic material and complexity. Judicious use of irrigation was required to maintain sufficient vine health throughout this sustained dry period. Temperatures never spiked and hovered around average enabling a slow and steady path to maturity. A distinctive feature of March 2024 was the cool night temperatures preserving acidity, freshness and precision of fruit character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique gravity flow winery enabled the grapes to be gently destemmed directly into open-top fermenters without pumping, retaining 30% as whole clusters. Traditional fermentation with a moderately long maceration on skins has extracted good colour and tannin with considerable depth of flavour. This wine was aged for 13 months in 20% new French oak barrels from artisan Burgundian coopers. In accordance with our non-interventionist approach to winemaking, this wine was fermented with indigenous yeast and malolactic, and was not fined or filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736112427371,"sku":"SK38263037","price":115.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2024FeltonRoadMacMuirPinotNoir750ml.jpg?v=1767587128"},{"product_id":"2024-felton-road-cornish-point-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2024 Felton Road Cornish Point Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinery Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed cherry, plum and a hint of dried herbs open the nose in a delightfully fragrant manner. The aromatics deftly define the knife edge ripeness that’s critical for great Pinot Noir; dialled in with ease in the exceptional 2024 vintage. Cardamom, mace and cranberry make an appearance, followed by a finely poised mouthfeel. The silky tannins are luscious and sweet, providing backbone and length. A typically expressive Cornish Point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinery Introduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelton Road's journey began in 1991 with a focus on meticulous site selection and vineyard design, driven by an unwavering commitment to quality. Their 100% estate policy, combined with fully organic and biodynamic practices (Demeter certified), ensures that the grapes arrive at the winery in their purest form. The estate strives for near-total sustainability, while their hands-off winemaking approach—utilizing gravity flow, wild yeasts, and natural malolactic fermentation, and avoiding fining and filtration—preserves the wine's authentic expression of its terroir. Additions or adjustments are made only when absolutely necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2002, the vineyards have been managed using organic and biodynamic practices. In 2010, they received full Demeter certification, and in 2020, they also earned BioGro certification. Pruning is done to control bud numbers for manageable yields and to develop an even, well-exposed canopy. Irrigation is typically required during the dry summer months, with soil moisture closely monitored and water applied only as needed. All grapes are hand-harvested, with quality variations within blocks—due to different clones, rootstocks, and viticultural experiments—carefully separated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a wet September, spring commenced with good soil moisture and bud burst occurred at the normal time of early October. Temperatures hovered around average with December being warm and dry, enabling a successful flowering and fruit set. The dry conditions prevailed throughout January and February limiting berry size and setting the scene for fruit with elevated phenolic material and complexity. Judicious use of irrigation was required to maintain sufficient vine health throughout this sustained dry period. Temperatures never spiked and hovered around average enabling a slow and steady path to maturity. A distinctive feature of March 2024 was the cool night temperatures preserving acidity, freshness and precision of fruit character. Pinot Noir was harvested from 19 March to 9 April.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unique gravity flow winery enabled the grapes to be gently destemmed directly into open-top fermenters without pumping, with 25% retained as whole clusters. Traditional fermentation with a moderately long maceration on skins has extracted good colour and tannin with considerable depth of flavour. This wine was aged for 13 months in 20% new French oak barrels from artisan Burgundian coopers. In accordance with our non-interventionist approach to winemaking, this wine was fermented with indigenous yeast and malolactic, and was not fined or filtered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736112460139,"sku":"SK17581559","price":104.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2024_Felton_Road_Cornish_Point_Pinot_Noir_750ml_6d79206c-bfb2-4e3c-abab-965d1ee5aab5.jpg?v=1767587130"},{"product_id":"2017-felton-road-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2017 Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginning with meticulous site selection and vineyard design started in 1991, Felton Road's story is one of refusal to compromise. A strict 100% estate policy with fully organic and biodynamic viticulture (Demeter certified) ensures that our fruit arrives at the winery as pure as it can be, while our entire estate comes as close to true sustainability as is possible. A commitment to hands off winemaking: gravity flow, wild yeasts, wild malo, an avoidance of fining and filtration all help preserve the wine's expression of its terroir. No additions or adjustments are performed unless they absolutely need to be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Bannockburn, New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend: \u003c\/span\u003e100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosure Type: Screwcap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol ABV: 14%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking: 25% of the fruit was retained as whole clusters with the remainder carefully de-stemmed directly to the fermenters by gravity without harsh pumping. Long pre-fermentation soaks of 8-10 days prior to fermentation with indigenous yeasts and punched down by hand up to three times per day with a total time on skins of 21-23 days. Pressed off and barrels filled immediately by gravity to the underground barrel cellars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003eAgeing: The wine spent 17 months in barrel (35% new French) with two rackings and no fining or filtration.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert tasting note: \"Medium red in color with a slight purple note at the rim. Elegant, sophisticated aromas seamlessly combine refined, jammy, red-fruit (raspberry, red-cherry) perfume with vanilla chocolate \u0026amp; sweet spice notes. Fresh, mouth-watering acidity lifts plumy red-fruit \u0026amp; mulberry flavors. The texture is incredibly fine, silky \u0026amp; chocolatey. The palate is rich \u0026amp; rounded with warming alcohol balanced by the fruit. The finish is long \u0026amp; wonderfully harmonious.\" -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e02\/21 DCAMW\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736124223851,"sku":"SK85328989","price":349.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2016_Felton_Road_Block_5_Pinot_Noir_750ml_8b8df405-f145-4459-b980-d850f0730bc9.png?v=1767587370"},{"product_id":"2013-felton-road-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2013 Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginning with meticulous site selection and vineyard design started in 1991, Felton Road's story is one of refusal to compromise. A strict 100% estate policy with fully organic and biodynamic viticulture (Demeter certified) ensures that our fruit arrives at the winery as pure as it can be, while our entire estate comes as close to true sustainability as is possible. A commitment to hands off winemaking: gravity flow, wild yeasts, wild malo, an avoidance of fining and filtration all help preserve the wine's expression of its terroir. No additions or adjustments are performed unless they absolutely need to be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Bannockburn, New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend: \u003c\/span\u003e100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosure Type: Screwcap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol ABV: 14%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"col-12 mb-0 px-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"small text-muted pb-1\"\u003eDrinking Window: 2016-2030\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"mb-4 ml-0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking: \u003c\/span\u003e25% of the fruit was retained as whole clusters with the remainder carefully de-stemmed directly to the fermenters by gravity without harsh pumping. Long pre-fermentation soaks of 8-10 days prior to fermentation with indigenous yeasts and punched down by hand up to three times per day with a total time on skins of 21-23 days. Pressed off and barrels filled immediately by gravity to the underground barrel cellars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003eAgeing: The wine spent 17 months in barrel (35% new French) with two rackings and no fining or filtration.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-0 note1\"\u003eProducer tasting notes: (2013 vintage) \"Beautifully perfumed with distinct floral aromas of rose petal and violets that are supported by the hallmark dark cherry and spice. The ripeness of the warmer vintage is apparent with slightly softer acidity that allows the wine to flow and expand, creating a sensation of floating in the finest feather duvet.\" -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eFelton Road\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736126517611,"sku":"SK24173698","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2016_Felton_Road_Block_5_Pinot_Noir_750ml.png?v=1767587465"},{"product_id":"2014-felton-road-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2014 Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginning with meticulous site selection and vineyard design started in 1991, Felton Road's story is one of refusal to compromise. 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No additions or adjustments are performed unless they absolutely need to be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Bannockburn, New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend: \u003c\/span\u003e100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosure Type: Screwcap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol ABV: 14%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"col-12 mb-0 px-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"small text-muted pb-1\"\u003eDrinking Window: 2016-2030\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"mb-4 ml-0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking: \u003c\/span\u003e25% of the fruit was retained as whole clusters with the remainder carefully de-stemmed directly to the fermenters by gravity without harsh pumping. Long pre-fermentation soaks of 8-10 days prior to fermentation with indigenous yeasts and punched down by hand up to three times per day with a total time on skins of 21-23 days. Pressed off and barrels filled immediately by gravity to the underground barrel cellars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003eAgeing: The wine spent 17 months in barrel (35% new French) with two rackings and no fining or filtration.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-0 note1 show\"\u003eProducer tasting notes: (2014 vintage) \"The deeply fragrant nose offers sweet florals, cane fruits and exotic perfume. Signature lavender aromatics are at once bright and restrained in this vintage. Broad ranging red fruits and vibrant sandalwood are presented over a crystalline structure and elegant framework. Mocha undertones lend intriguing hints of noble power with soft and feathery tannins offering persistence and poised balletic precision.\" -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eFelton Road\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736126550379,"sku":"SK96471932","price":323.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2016_Felton_Road_Block_5_Pinot_Noir_750ml_75f56bdb-4539-4889-aa7b-1efefd97b98f.png?v=1767587466"},{"product_id":"2021-dicey-bannockburn-chardonnay-750ml","title":"2021 Dicey Bannockburn Chardonnay 750ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre-Order Now: This wine will be ready for dispatch in one week\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion and Winemaking\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eHailing from Central Otago’s renowned Bannockburn sub-region, the 2021 Dicey Chardonnay reflects the clarity and precision of its exceptional site. Grapes are sourced from the Inlet Vineyard and picked in two passes to maximise ripeness and character. Wild yeast fermentation and 11 months of aging in French oak (16 percent new) contribute complexity and texture. The wine is bottled unfined and lightly filtered to retain its natural purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAromatics and Palate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eNose: Expressive aromas of white peach, lemon curd, brioche, and delicate nutty oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePalate: Fresh and textural with flavours of stone fruit, citrus, and crushed minerals. Fine acidity and subtle lees-derived texture add elegance and length to the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePairs beautifully with roast chicken, creamy seafood pasta, grilled mushrooms, or soft cheeses like Brie and Camembert. A refined companion to flavourful dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eEnjoy now for its vibrant freshness or cellar for five to seven years to reveal deeper complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccolades\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e92 Points – Bob Campbell MW, The Real Review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eRated Excellent – Otago Daily Times\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736133038443,"sku":"SK48574564","price":42.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2021DiceyBannockburnChardonnay750ml.jpg?v=1767587711"},{"product_id":"felton-road-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2018 Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eRegion: Bannockburn, New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed - Bold and Structured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert tasting note: \"Medium red in color with a slight purple note at the rim. Elegant, sophisticated aromas seamlessly combine refined, jammy, red-fruit (raspberry, red-cherry) perfume with vanilla chocolate \u0026amp; sweet spice notes. Fresh, mouth-watering acidity lifts plumy red-fruit \u0026amp; mulberry flavors. The texture is incredibly fine, silky \u0026amp; chocolatey. The palate is rich \u0026amp; rounded with warming alcohol balanced by the fruit. The finish is long \u0026amp; wonderfully harmonious.\" -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e02\/21 DCAMW\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736135364971,"sku":"SK67599731","price":155.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/60089370_1.jpg?v=1767587796"},{"product_id":"2019-felton-road-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2019 Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eRegion: Bannockburn, New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed - Bold and Structured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert tasting note: \"Medium red in color with a slight purple note at the rim. Elegant, sophisticated aromas seamlessly combine refined, jammy, red-fruit (raspberry, red-cherry) perfume with vanilla chocolate \u0026amp; sweet spice notes. Fresh, mouth-watering acidity lifts plumy red-fruit \u0026amp; mulberry flavors. The texture is incredibly fine, silky \u0026amp; chocolatey. The palate is rich \u0026amp; rounded with warming alcohol balanced by the fruit. The finish is long \u0026amp; wonderfully harmonious.\" -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e02\/21 DCAMW\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736138510699,"sku":"SK69822408","price":269.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/60089370_1_8272e42d-d49f-42f6-bb39-e3b9230ec7b3.jpg?v=1767587921"},{"product_id":"2021-felton-road-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2021 Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVineyard notes: \"Since 2002 the vineyards have been managed organically and biodynamically. In 2010 all four vineyards were awarded full Demeter certification and in 2020 they were all also certified by BioGro. Pruning is carried out to leave desired bud numbers thus ensuring moderate controllable yields and to create an even, light penetrable canopy. Irrigation is usually necessary during the later dry summer months. Soil moisture levels are carefully monitored and water is applied only when necessary to maintain appropriate soil moisture levels. All grapes are carefully hand picked, keeping separate any quality differences within blocks due to clones, rootstocks and viticultural trials.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003e25% of the fruit was retained as whole clusters with the remainder carefully de-stemmed directly to the fermenters by gravity without harsh pumping. Long pre-fermentation soaks of 8-10 days prior to fermentation with indigenous yeasts and punched down by hand up to three times per day with a total time on skins of 21-23 days. Pressed off and barrels filled immediately by gravity to the underground barrel cellars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003eAgeing\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-more-line js-content\"\u003eThe wine spent 17 months in barrel (35% new French) with two rackings and no fining or filtration.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-more-line js-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Bannockburn, New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed - Bold and Structured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert tasting note: \"Medium red in color with a slight purple note at the rim. Elegant, sophisticated aromas seamlessly combine refined, jammy, red-fruit (raspberry, red-cherry) perfume with vanilla chocolate \u0026amp; sweet spice notes. Fresh, mouth-watering acidity lifts plumy red-fruit \u0026amp; mulberry flavors. The texture is incredibly fine, silky \u0026amp; chocolatey. The palate is rich \u0026amp; rounded with warming alcohol balanced by the fruit. The finish is long \u0026amp; wonderfully harmonious.\" -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e02\/21 DCAMW\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736182124907,"sku":"SK58805321","price":259.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2016_Felton_Road_Block_5_Pinot_Noir_750ml_869ac34d-b7f1-4e6b-9fa4-0ee37ba39ba5.png?v=1767589046"},{"product_id":"2023-felton-road-block-3-pinot-noir-1-5l-magnum","title":"2023 Felton Road Block 3 Pinot Noir 1.5L Magnum","description":"\u003cp class=\"mb-0 note1 show\"\u003eCritic tasting note: (2023 vintage) \"Soft, ripe, pure fruited and floral, a bouquet that speaks of place then unfurls just a little to reveal core varietal scents of dark red berries, baked cherries and currants then wild flowers and soft clay earth idea. On the palate a wine of texture with polished chalky tannins and sweet acidity engaging the senses first. This is followed by flavours that reflect the bouquet, plus dried herb and a fine savoury spice, some smoky oak layers and youthful energy. Complex, taut and dry, lengthy and new. A wine best left in your cellar to develop and mature with best drinking from 2030 through 2040+.\" -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e97\/100\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eCameron Douglas MS\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFelton Road is responsible, to a large extent, for putting Central Otago on the world Pinot Noir map. The wines are, well not so much fruit-driven, as perhaps turbo-charged! Amazing levels of red fruits, a subtle yet important savoury component, along with the silky texture all Pinot enthusiasts long for. This single-block wine shows how different portions of a single vineyard can still have a quite unique character, or what the French would call terrior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 9\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 15\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003eProducer Notes: Beginning with meticulous site selection and vineyard design started in 1991, Felton Road's story is one of refusal to compromise. A strict 100% estate policy with fully organic and biodynamic viticulture (Demeter certified) ensures that our fruit arrives at the winery as pure as it can be, while our entire estate comes as close to true sustainability as is possible. A commitment to hands off winemaking: gravity flow, wild yeasts, wild malo, an avoidance of fining and filtration all help preserve the wine's expression of its terroir. No additions or adjustments are performed unless they absolutely need to be.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003e2026-2038\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-0 show\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-0 show\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs-reviewBody\"\u003e\"Restrained wood with floral, dried herb and mineral complexity over a core of concentrated black fruit. Unquestionable elegance married to remarkable power, the intensely flavoursome palate unfolds in stages of savoury, fruit and floral, all kept in check by reasonably firm, ripe tannins with flashes of rosemary. Astounding complexity in a poised package. Medium-bodied but very long, this wine is all about the back-palate; there is plenty of matter here and it's currently very young. Despite the sheer concentration in evidence, this has impeccable balance and should age gracefully over the coming decade without losing its finesse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-0 show\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e -97pts, Stephen Wong for The Real Review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-gtm-vis-has-fired1282393_180=\"1\" data-gtm-vis-total-visible-time1282393_180=\"100\" data-gtm-vis-first-on-screen1282393_180=\"283\" data-gtm-vis-recent-on-screen1282393_180=\"283\" class=\"o-p c-tasting__description-main-blurb\" id=\"tastingNote\"\u003e\"25% whole cluster this year. In the pantheon of fine wine, Felton Road's Block 3 Pinot Noir, from a single patch of glacial silt with calcareous seams on the famous Elms vineyard, really needs no introduction. I'd tasted this wine and dragged the rest of the bottle to a winemaker mate's house for dinner. His wife did a double-take at the table and exclaimed 'god this is a beautiful wine'. I've been assured she never says that without good reason. And of course she is correct, it is a beautiful wine. There is a buoyancy to the wine that belies its fruit depth and complexity. Purely fruited, layered with spice, meadow herbs and wildflowers, fine, powdery tannins and sexy French oak – everything pitch-perfect and simpatico. It's just lovely.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-gtm-vis-has-fired1282393_180=\"1\" data-gtm-vis-total-visible-time1282393_180=\"100\" data-gtm-vis-first-on-screen1282393_180=\"283\" data-gtm-vis-recent-on-screen1282393_180=\"283\" class=\"o-p c-tasting__description-main-blurb\"\u003e- \u003cspan\u003e97pts, \u003c\/span\u003eDave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736184877419,"sku":"SK67780067","price":595.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2023_Felton_Road_Block_3_Pinot_Noir_1.5L_Magnum.jpg?v=1767589153"},{"product_id":"2023-felton-road-calvert-pinot-noir-1-5l-magnum","title":"2023 Felton Road Calvert Pinot Noir 1.5L Magnum","description":"\u003csection class=\"product-aroma\" id=\"aroma\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"para pt-5 ml-3 mr-6 lg--mr-0 lg--ml-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-off-white w-64ch\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelton Road farms four properties totalling 34 ha in the Bannockburn subregion of Central Otago. Calvert Vineyard is located on Felton Road and is just 1km east of The Elms Vineyard and the winery. The soils at Calvert are deep heavy silts with a thin layer of loess topsoil. Meticulous summer management of a single vertical shoot positioned (VSP) canopy ensures even and early fruit maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Felton Road Calvert Pinot Noir 2023 is a wine that embodies the elegance and complexity that Central Otago is known for. Sourced from the Calvert Vineyard, just 1km east of The Elms Vineyard and the winery, this wine reflects the unique terroir of the Bannockburn subregion. The vineyard’s deep silty soils with a thin layer of loess topsoil, combined with the meticulous vineyard practices, create an environment that produces Pinot Noir with finesse and mineral precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage showcases the Calvert Vineyard’s signature balance of elegance and structure, with floral notes of rose petal and violets, complemented by subtle hints of cola, cardamom, and polished leather. A core of sweet red cherry provides the foundation for the wine, while the mineral-laden fine tannins take centre stage, leading to a sustained, memorable finish. The wine is a pure expression of its terroir, where vibrancy and mineral complexity shine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker\u003c\/strong\u003e: Felton Road \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry\u003c\/strong\u003e: New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e: Central Otago\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 750ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2026-2036\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Biodynamic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-vintagenotes\" id=\"vintagenotes\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736184910187,"sku":"SK39216050","price":360.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2023_Felton_Road_Calvert_Pinot_Noir_1.5L_Magnum.jpg?v=1767589154"},{"product_id":"2023-felton-road-calvert-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2023 Felton Road Calvert Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003csection class=\"product-aroma\" id=\"aroma\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"para pt-5 ml-3 mr-6 lg--mr-0 lg--ml-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-off-white w-64ch\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelton Road farms four properties totalling 34 ha in the Bannockburn subregion of Central Otago. Calvert Vineyard is located on Felton Road and is just 1km east of The Elms Vineyard and the winery. The soils at Calvert are deep heavy silts with a thin layer of loess topsoil. Meticulous summer management of a single vertical shoot positioned (VSP) canopy ensures even and early fruit maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Felton Road Calvert Pinot Noir 2023 is a wine that embodies the elegance and complexity that Central Otago is known for. Sourced from the Calvert Vineyard, just 1km east of The Elms Vineyard and the winery, this wine reflects the unique terroir of the Bannockburn subregion. The vineyard’s deep silty soils with a thin layer of loess topsoil, combined with the meticulous vineyard practices, create an environment that produces Pinot Noir with finesse and mineral precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage showcases the Calvert Vineyard’s signature balance of elegance and structure, with floral notes of rose petal and violets, complemented by subtle hints of cola, cardamom, and polished leather. A core of sweet red cherry provides the foundation for the wine, while the mineral-laden fine tannins take centre stage, leading to a sustained, memorable finish. The wine is a pure expression of its terroir, where vibrancy and mineral complexity shine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker\u003c\/strong\u003e: Felton Road \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry\u003c\/strong\u003e: New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e: Central Otago\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 750ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2026-2036\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Biodynamic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-vintagenotes\" id=\"vintagenotes\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736197034347,"sku":"SK99342420","price":104.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2022FeltonRoadCalvertPinotNoir750ml.jpg?v=1767589485"},{"product_id":"2023-felton-road-block-3-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2023 Felton Road Block 3 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFelton Road is responsible, to a large extent, for putting Central Otago on the world Pinot Noir map. The wines are, well not so much fruit-driven, as perhaps turbo-charged! Amazing levels of red fruits, a subtle yet important savoury component, along with the silky texture all Pinot enthusiasts long for. This single-block wine shows how different portions of a single vineyard can still have a quite unique character, or what the French would call terrior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 9\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 15\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003eProducer Notes: Beginning with meticulous site selection and vineyard design started in 1991, Felton Road's story is one of refusal to compromise. A strict 100% estate policy with fully organic and biodynamic viticulture (Demeter certified) ensures that our fruit arrives at the winery as pure as it can be, while our entire estate comes as close to true sustainability as is possible. A commitment to hands off winemaking: gravity flow, wild yeasts, wild malo, an avoidance of fining and filtration all help preserve the wine's expression of its terroir. No additions or adjustments are performed unless they absolutely need to be.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003e2026-2038\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"mb-0 show\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"mb-0 show\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs-reviewBody\" property=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\"Restrained wood with floral, dried herb and mineral complexity over a core of concentrated black fruit. Unquestionable elegance married to remarkable power, the intensely flavoursome palate unfolds in stages of savoury, fruit and floral, all kept in check by reasonably firm, ripe tannins with flashes of rosemary. Astounding complexity in a poised package. Medium-bodied but very long, this wine is all about the back-palate; there is plenty of matter here and it's currently very young. Despite the sheer concentration in evidence, this has impeccable balance and should age gracefully over the coming decade without losing its finesse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"mb-0 show\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e -97pts, Stephen Wong for The Real Review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-gtm-vis-has-fired1282393_180=\"1\" data-gtm-vis-total-visible-time1282393_180=\"100\" data-gtm-vis-first-on-screen1282393_180=\"283\" data-gtm-vis-recent-on-screen1282393_180=\"283\" class=\"o-p c-tasting__description-main-blurb\" id=\"tastingNote\"\u003e\"25% whole cluster this year. In the pantheon of fine wine, Felton Road's Block 3 Pinot Noir, from a single patch of glacial silt with calcareous seams on the famous Elms vineyard, really needs no introduction. I'd tasted this wine and dragged the rest of the bottle to a winemaker mate's house for dinner. His wife did a double-take at the table and exclaimed 'god this is a beautiful wine'. I've been assured she never says that without good reason. And of course she is correct, it is a beautiful wine. There is a buoyancy to the wine that belies its fruit depth and complexity. Purely fruited, layered with spice, meadow herbs and wildflowers, fine, powdery tannins and sexy French oak – everything pitch-perfect and simpatico. It's just lovely.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-gtm-vis-has-fired1282393_180=\"1\" data-gtm-vis-total-visible-time1282393_180=\"100\" data-gtm-vis-first-on-screen1282393_180=\"283\" data-gtm-vis-recent-on-screen1282393_180=\"283\" class=\"o-p c-tasting__description-main-blurb\"\u003e- \u003cspan\u003e97pts, \u003c\/span\u003eDave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736197525867,"sku":"SK57125467","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2024FeltonRoadBlock3PinotNoir750ml_2a7f5f29-c6a1-42e6-8036-eaf127dfbc0d.jpg?v=1767589504"},{"product_id":"2008-felton-road-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml-1","title":"2008 Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eCritic tasting note: \"Slightly bigger than the Block 3, but simultaneously softer as well, Felton Road's 2007 Block 5 features ripe, plummy fruit backed by earthy nuances, spice and cola. Like its stablemate, it's lushly textured, with a long finish. Drink now–2015.\" - 93\/100, Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Bannockburn, New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed - Bold and Structured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Date: 15 January 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark, with pure plum, spice and light florals. Dense, chewy and powerful with a liquorice tone to the fruit. Wonderful depth and incredible velvety texture. Flows seamlessly forward with a linear drive. Approaching the peak plateau but has years in its pocket yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Date: 30 September 2008\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromas of cherry and plum evolving to memories of rooms containing leather couches and wood panelling. Pure, expressive and generous while retaining a delicate elegance that only great Pinot Noir vineyards can achieve. A well structured wine of ripe and round tannin, and impeccable clarity and flow that typifies Block 5.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736197558635,"sku":"SK57034530","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2008_Felton_Road_Block_5_Pinot_Noir_750ml_6a223dd1-fd86-4122-a633-9bfab93992d1.jpg?v=1767589506"},{"product_id":"2023-felton-road-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2023 Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVineyard notes: \"Since 2002, the vineyards have been managed organically and biodynamically. In 2010, all four vineyards were awarded full Demeter certification, and in 2020 they were all also certified by BioGro. Pruning is carried out to leave desired bud numbers, thus ensuring moderate controllable yields and creating an even, light penetrable canopy. Irrigation is usually necessary during the later, dry summer months. Soil moisture levels are carefully monitored, and water is applied only when necessary to maintain appropriate soil moisture levels. All grapes are carefully hand picked, keeping separate any quality differences within blocks due to clones, rootstocks, and viticultural trials.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003e25% of the fruit was retained as whole clusters, with the remainder carefully de-stemmed directly to the fermenters by gravity without harsh pumping. Long pre-fermentation soaks of 8-10 days prior to fermentation with indigenous yeasts and punched down by hand up to three times per day with a total time on skins of 21-23 days. Pressed off and barrels filled immediately by gravity to the underground barrel cellars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003eAgeing\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-more-line js-content\"\u003eThe wine spent 17 months in barrel (35% new French) with two rackings and no fining or filtration.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Bannockburn, New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed: bold and Structured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert tasting note: \"Medium red in colour with a slight purple note at the rim. Elegant, sophisticated aromas seamlessly combine refined, jammy, red-fruit (raspberry, red-cherry) perfume with vanilla chocolate \u0026amp; sweet spice notes. Fresh, mouth-watering acidity lifts plumy red-fruit \u0026amp; mulberry flavors. The texture is incredibly fine, silky, \u0026amp; chocolatey. The palate is rich \u0026amp; rounded with warming alcohol balanced by the fruit. The finish is long \u0026amp; wonderfully harmonious.\" -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e02\/21 DCAMW\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDrinking Window: 2026-2039\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736197591403,"sku":"SK96153032","price":175.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2016_Felton_Road_Block_5_Pinot_Noir_750ml_109e4fe6-61d0-427c-97df-bc637a772c82.png?v=1767589508"},{"product_id":"2009-felton-road-block-3-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2009 Felton Road Block 3 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFelton Road is responsible, to a large extent, for putting Central Otago on the world Pinot Noir map. The wines are, well not so much fruit-driven, as perhaps turbo-charged! Amazing levels of red fruits, a subtle yet important savoury component, along with the silky texture all Pinot enthusiasts long for. This single-block wine shows how different portions of a single vineyard can still have a quite unique character, or what the French would call terrior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe season started slowly after a cool and wet winter. There were some frosts throughout the spring but nothing severe that couldn't be fought and no damage was sustained. Excellent weather during flowering and with a little green harvest in some blocks, resulted in perfect crop loads and a very even bunch maturity. January was cool and wet but then February and March balanced this with warm and very dry weather. The vines were in very healthy condition with harvest commencing on March 30 and concluding on April 23. There was nothing extraordinary about the growing season and it can be regarded as a very fine year. Low sugar levels at harvest (important to keep alcohols from climbing too high) and stable acidities were a very pleasing aspect of the 2010 vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eImmediately quite masculine on the nose: herbs, earth and brooding dark spices rather than a flower basket. The palate is at once intensely concentrated but with searing transparency. The herbs dance through the raspberry and cherry, with a host of complex detail shining through that encourages one to linger and explore. Regal and structured, but not intimidating, it sails into a long chocolate finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Central Otago\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736197624171,"sku":"SK52964054","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2009_Felton_Road_Block_3_Pinot_Noir_750ml_e0cfcd17-a88c-458e-ba01-b2c1063362d0.jpg?v=1767589510"},{"product_id":"2016-felton-road-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2016 Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginning with meticulous site selection and vineyard design started in 1991, Felton Road's story is one of refusal to compromise. A strict 100% estate policy with fully organic and biodynamic viticulture (Demeter certified) ensures that our fruit arrives at the winery as pure as it can be, while our entire estate comes as close to true sustainability as is possible. A commitment to hands off winemaking: gravity flow, wild yeasts, wild malo, an avoidance of fining and filtration all help preserve the wine's expression of its terroir. No additions or adjustments are performed unless they absolutely need to be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Bannockburn, New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend: \u003c\/span\u003e100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosure Type: Screwcap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol ABV: 14%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWinemaking: \u003c\/span\u003e25% of the fruit was retained as whole clusters with the remainder carefully de-stemmed directly to the fermenters by gravity without harsh pumping. Long pre-fermentation soaks of 8-10 days prior to fermentation with indigenous yeasts and punched down by hand up to three times per day with a total time on skins of 21-23 days. Pressed off and barrels filled immediately by gravity to the underground barrel cellars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003eAgeing: The wine spent 17 months in barrel (35% new French) with two rackings and no fining or filtration.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert tasting note: \"Medium red in color with a slight purple note at the rim. Elegant, sophisticated aromas seamlessly combine refined, jammy, red-fruit (raspberry, red-cherry) perfume with vanilla chocolate \u0026amp; sweet spice notes. Fresh, mouth-watering acidity lifts plumy red-fruit \u0026amp; mulberry flavors. The texture is incredibly fine, silky \u0026amp; chocolatey. The palate is rich \u0026amp; rounded with warming alcohol balanced by the fruit. The finish is long \u0026amp; wonderfully harmonious.\" -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e02\/21 DCAMW\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736197722475,"sku":"SK59900681","price":299.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2016_Felton_Road_Block_5_Pinot_Noir_750ml_836ca21c-c119-49ad-863c-3ee5c3041bde.png?v=1767589516"},{"product_id":"2018-felton-road-block-3-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2018 Felton Road Block 3 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFelton Road is responsible, to a large extent, for putting Central Otago on the world Pinot Noir map. The wines are, well not so much fruit-driven, as perhaps turbo-charged! 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Low sugar levels at harvest (important to keep alcohols from climbing too high) and stable acidities were a very pleasing aspect of the 2010 vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eImmediately quite masculine on the nose: herbs, earth and brooding dark spices rather than a flower basket. The palate is at once intensely concentrated but with searing transparency. The herbs dance through the raspberry and cherry, with a host of complex detail shining through that encourages one to linger and explore. Regal and structured, but not intimidating, it sails into a long chocolate finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Central Otago\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736197755243,"sku":"SK23455952","price":289.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2009_Felton_Road_Block_3_Pinot_Noir_750ml.jpg?v=1767589517"},{"product_id":"2016-felton-road-block-3-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2016 Felton Road Block 3 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFelton Road is responsible, to a large extent, for putting Central Otago on the world Pinot Noir map. The wines are, well not so much fruit-driven, as perhaps turbo-charged! Amazing levels of red fruits, a subtle yet important savoury component, along with the silky texture all Pinot enthusiasts long for. 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This single-block wine shows how different portions of a single vineyard can still have a quite unique character, or what the French would call terrior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe season started slowly after a cool and wet winter. There were some frosts throughout the spring but nothing severe that couldn't be fought and no damage was sustained. Excellent weather during flowering and with a little green harvest in some blocks, resulted in perfect crop loads and a very even bunch maturity. January was cool and wet but then February and March balanced this with warm and very dry weather. The vines were in very healthy condition with harvest commencing on March 30 and concluding on April 23. There was nothing extraordinary about the growing season and it can be regarded as a very fine year. Low sugar levels at harvest (important to keep alcohols from climbing too high) and stable acidities were a very pleasing aspect of the 2010 vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eImmediately quite masculine on the nose: herbs, earth and brooding dark spices rather than a flower basket. The palate is at once intensely concentrated but with searing transparency. The herbs dance through the raspberry and cherry, with a host of complex detail shining through that encourages one to linger and explore. Regal and structured, but not intimidating, it sails into a long chocolate finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Central Otago\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking Window: 2015-2027\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736197919083,"sku":"SK89312513","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2012_Felton_Road_Block_3_Pinot_Noir_750ml.jpg?v=1767589525"},{"product_id":"2022-felton-road-block-3-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2022 Felton Road Block 3 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFelton Road is responsible, to a large extent, for putting Central Otago on the world Pinot Noir map. The wines are, well not so much fruit-driven, as perhaps turbo-charged! Amazing levels of red fruits, a subtle yet important savoury component, along with the silky texture all Pinot enthusiasts long for. This single-block wine shows how different portions of a single vineyard can still have a quite unique character, or what the French would call terrior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 9\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 15\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003eProducer Notes: Beginning with meticulous site selection and vineyard design started in 1991, Felton Road's story is one of refusal to compromise. A strict 100% estate policy with fully organic and biodynamic viticulture (Demeter certified) ensures that our fruit arrives at the winery as pure as it can be, while our entire estate comes as close to true sustainability as is possible. A commitment to hands off winemaking: gravity flow, wild yeasts, wild malo, an avoidance of fining and filtration all help preserve the wine's expression of its terroir. No additions or adjustments are performed unless they absolutely need to be.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003eDrinking Window: 2022-2032\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pl-0 mt-2A\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-details__description smaller\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-0 show\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCritic tasting note: \"A distinctly aromatic note of elderberry and tart, crushed mulberry hovers above the red-fruited nose. 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This single-block wine shows how different portions of a single vineyard can still have a quite unique character, or what the French would call terrior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 9\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 15\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003eProducer Notes: Beginning with meticulous site selection and vineyard design started in 1991, Felton Road's story is one of refusal to compromise. 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No additions or adjustments are performed unless they absolutely need to be.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003eDrinking Window: 2022-2032\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"pl-0 mt-2A\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"product-details__description smaller\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"mb-0 show\"\u003eCritic tasting note: \"A distinctly aromatic note of elderberry and tart, crushed mulberry hovers above the red-fruited nose. The palate carries the same intensity of tart, snappy fruit which then starts melting into exquisitely velvety depth. There are dense but ripe tannins that feel like a caress, but it is the aromatic purity, elegance and liftedness that stands out above all. 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The wines are, well not so much fruit-driven, as perhaps turbo-charged! Amazing levels of red fruits, a subtle yet important savoury component, along with the silky texture all Pinot enthusiasts long for. This single-block wine shows how different portions of a single vineyard can still have a quite unique character, or what the French would call terrior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter\u003cbr\u003eAnne Krebiehl MW\u003cbr\u003eJanuary 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 9\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 15\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely note of raspberry leaf and peony petal floats above pure and tart notes of crushed blackberry \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eon the nose while black pepper shimmers. The palate is wonderfully crunchy, has echoes of smoke and fine tannins. Red fruit peeks through on the midpalate while the finish echoes hauntingly with peony and pepper. 13 months in 25% new French oak barrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Real Review\u003cbr\u003eBob Campbell MW\u003cbr\u003eAugust 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97\/100\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFine-boned pinot noir that was a little closed initially but soon opened up with a few swirls of the glass. Restrained cherry\/berry fruit is intertwined with savoury characters suggesting roast chestnut, toasted nut and spice flavours. Very classy wine that needs time to reveal its true potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Front\u003cbr\u003eGary Walsh\u003cbr\u003eAugust 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 25th bottling of Block 3. Time passes! Tasted alongside the 2019 and 2014 Block 3 (I liked the 2021 the best).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntense cherry and spice, more of a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘mineral’ feel here with an excellent set of high quality tannin, they \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereally lay out over the mouth, a twang of burnt orange peel, and a firm finish of good length. Intensity moved up a notch in this wine, and impressive it is too.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Central Otago\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736198017387,"sku":"SK65053999","price":260.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/FeltonRoadBlock3PinotNoir750ml_f2fb847c-ddf2-49d7-b280-f628f5f473e8.jpg?v=1767589529"},{"product_id":"2010-felton-road-block-3-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2010 Felton Road Block 3 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFelton Road is responsible, to a large extent, for putting Central Otago on the world Pinot Noir map. The wines are, well not so much fruit-driven, as perhaps turbo-charged! Amazing levels of red fruits, a subtle yet important savoury component, along with the silky texture all Pinot enthusiasts long for. This single-block wine shows how different portions of a single vineyard can still have a quite unique character, or what the French would call terrior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe season started slowly after a cool and wet winter. There were some frosts throughout the spring but nothing severe that couldn't be fought and no damage was sustained. Excellent weather during flowering and with a little green harvest in some blocks, resulted in perfect crop loads and a very even bunch maturity. January was cool and wet but then February and March balanced this with warm and very dry weather. The vines were in very healthy condition with harvest commencing on March 30 and concluding on April 23. There was nothing extraordinary about the growing season and it can be regarded as a very fine year. Low sugar levels at harvest (important to keep alcohols from climbing too high) and stable acidities were a very pleasing aspect of the 2010 vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eImmediately quite masculine on the nose: herbs, earth and brooding dark spices rather than a flower basket. The palate is at once intensely concentrated but with searing transparency. The herbs dance through the raspberry and cherry, with a host of complex detail shining through that encourages one to linger and explore. Regal and structured, but not intimidating, it sails into a long chocolate finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Central Otago\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736198050155,"sku":"SK13480603","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2009_Felton_Road_Block_3_Pinot_Noir_750ml_1e004d18-98aa-471f-98b7-5700119f8664.jpg?v=1767589531"},{"product_id":"copy-of-2019-felton-road-pinot-noir-block-3-750ml","title":"2024 Felton Road Bannockburn Chardonnay 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChalky and flinty aromas lift from the glass, interwoven with fleshy stone fruit, pithy citrus, and delicate hints of brioche and crème brûlée\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe palate is rich and concentrated yet tightly coiled, showing tangy lemon, meringue, pie crust, oatmeal, and peach. A taut structure and piercing acidity bring precision, while an underlying richness and fleshy texture hint at what’s to come with time. This wine will undoubtedly benefit from cellaring, gradually unfurling into its full potential. If enjoyed young, decanting or extended exposure to air is recommended.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREGION NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFelton Road farms four properties totalling 32 ha in the Bannockburn sub-region of Central Otago. Chardonnay is mostly grown on the Elms vineyard in Blocks 2, 6, 8 \u0026amp; 9; plus approximately 10% coming from Cornish Point vineyard. There are a range of altitudes and aspects with the soils mostly deep alluvial schist gravels. Meticulous summer management of a single vertical shoot positioned (VSP) canopy ensures even and early fruit maturity. Shoot thinning, shoot positioning, leaf plucking, bunch thinning and harvest are all carried out by hand to ensure optimum quality fruit. Cover crops are planted between rows to assist in vine balance and to improve soil health and general biodiversity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREVIEWS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95 points. This is a hard yes. It’s both flavoursome and frisky, it’s long through the finish, it has texture but it keeps up the momentum. Stonefruit, flint, nashi pear, a umami note and flashes of nougat and cedar. Everything here is in alignment and in harmony. It’s another beautiful chardonnay from Bannockburn. 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Long pre-fermentation soaks of 8-10 days prior to fermentation with indigenous yeasts and punched down by hand up to three times per day with a total time on skins of 21-23 days. Pressed off and barrels filled immediately by gravity to the underground barrel cellars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-content\"\u003eAgeing: The wine spent 17 months in barrel (35% new French) with two rackings and no fining or filtration.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert tasting note: \"Medium red in color with a slight purple note at the rim. Elegant, sophisticated aromas seamlessly combine refined, jammy, red-fruit (raspberry, red-cherry) perfume with vanilla chocolate \u0026amp; sweet spice notes. Fresh, mouth-watering acidity lifts plumy red-fruit \u0026amp; mulberry flavors. The texture is incredibly fine, silky \u0026amp; chocolatey. The palate is rich \u0026amp; rounded with warming alcohol balanced by the fruit. The finish is long \u0026amp; wonderfully harmonious.\" -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e02\/21 DCAMW\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736198279531,"sku":"SK31488692","price":285.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2016_Felton_Road_Block_5_Pinot_Noir_750ml_b8133af0-f0fd-41f0-93fa-343b45d7a41d.png?v=1767589535"},{"product_id":"2023-felton-road-cornish-point-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2023 Felton Road Cornish Point Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eFelton Road's journey began in 1991 with a focus on meticulous site selection and vineyard design, driven by an unwavering commitment to quality. 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Our winemaking approach is hands-off: gravity flow, wild yeasts, wild malo, and a minimal use of fining and filtration, preserving the wine's true expression of its terroir. No additions or adjustments are made unless absolutely necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736205193579,"sku":"SK54867401","price":78.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2023_Felton_Road_Bannockburn_Pinot_Noir_750ml.jpg?v=1767589781"},{"product_id":"2010-felton-road-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2010 Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginning with meticulous site selection and vineyard design started in 1991, Felton Road's story is one of refusal to compromise. 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Hand-picked, biodynamically farmed and produced without fining or filtration, this wine represents the estate’s uncompromising pursuit of purity, balance and terroir expression. Block 5 consistently delivers depth, power and refinement, making it one of the standout cuvées from Bannockburn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImmediately complex, the bouquet spans green, red and black tonalities. A seamless palate of morello, sandalwood and nutmeg carries persistent poise. Silky tannins reveal themselves gradually, finishing with elegance and structural balance. 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