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Felton Road wines are located in Bannockburn, Central Otago in New Zealand, the most southerly wine-growing region in the World. Here, vineyards are nestled into small macroclimates totally surrounded by high mountains, many of which are snowcapped all year round. Though the location is on the edge of sustainable viticulture these macroclimates consistently combine hot days, cool nights, and long dry autumns. The latitude of 45 degrees south is similar to the Willamette Valley in Oregon and some of the finest wine regions of France. "Both of Felton Road's Pinot Noirs are breakthrough efforts in New Zealand and compete with the finest wines being made in California, Oregon, and Burgundy's Cote d'Or. The Wine Advocate; Robert Parker.
Felton Road farms four properties totalling 32 ha in the Bannockburn sub-region of Central Otago. Block 5 is situated on a gentle north-facing slope in the heart of The Elms vineyard and was planted in 1993.
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The nose is vivid, fine, and elegant with not one component vying for attention.
This exquisite harmony is echoed on the palate where the refinement and ethereal nature of the wine demands deeper contemplation and careful respect. The wine is not heavy yet has solid underlying tannins giving the finish a serious structure and length.
