Felton Road

Five Star Winery Rating - Seventh Great Pinot Noir Classification 2014, Matthew Dukes & Tyson Stelzer
9th, World's Most Admired Wine Brands 2018 - Drinks International

"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 (issue 122) Robert M. Parker, Jr, U.S.A.

"Eighteen years after being bought by Englishman Nigel Greening, Felton Road has gate-crashed the top 10 in the Most Admired list after debuting at number 13 last year, putting it hot on the heels of Villa Maria for the honour of highest-ranking Kiwi producer... Felton Road has a zero-growth policy for environmental reasons and the prestigious Central Otago Pinot Noir for which it is best known – along with its Chardonnay and Riesling whites – is sold principally on allocation, with loyal trade customers first in line... Greening’s business ethics mean he resists artificially ramping up prices as the Felton Road reputation grows." - Drinks International

"Felton Road wines is 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: perfect for the creation of fine Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Riesling. The latitude of 45 degrees south is similar to the Willamette Valley in Oregon and some of the finest wine regions of France. Central Otago is New Zealand's only wine region with a continental climate rather than a maritime one. This brings the risk of frosts but has the benefit of low rainfall and high sunshine hours. Of the five distinct macroclimates so far identified in Central Otago, Bannockburn, with its gentle north facing slopes and deep loess soils seems well suited to the production of complex Pinot Noir." - Felton Road

  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Dry Riesling 2021

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Dry Riesling 2021

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

    DRY, YET BRIMMING WITH COMPLEXITY AND FRESHNESS

      "The nose explodes with spring blossom supported by ripe pear and melon. Surprisingly softly textured through the mid-palate for a dry Riesling that’s initially all fruit. But the vibrant acidity and mineral characters quickly...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Bannockburn Riesling 2021

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Bannockburn Riesling 2021

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

    FELTON ROAD HAVE PRODUCED ANOTHER SUPERB VINTAGE OF THEIR OFF-DRY RIESLING

      "Felton Road farms four properties totaling 32 ha in the Bannockburn sub-region of Central Otago. Riesling from Blocks 2 and 4 of The Elms vineyard was carefully hand-picked, whole bunch pressed, settled for 3-5 days before racking, then...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Block 1 Riesling 2016

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Block 1 Riesling 2016

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

    Riesling from Block 1 was carefully hand-picked followed by whole bunch pressing. The juice was settled overnight followed by a 3 week fermentation with indigenous yeasts. The fermentation was stopped by chilling to balance the high natural acidity with...

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  • Felton Road Chardonnay 2011

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Chardonnay 2011

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

    "Citrus blossom leads a wave of petrichor (rain on wet stones that is!) stonefruit and citrus zest on the nose. The palate is textural yet restrained, starting with flowers and citrus before the serious onset of chalky, pebbly minerality. The oak is...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Dry Riesling 2020

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Dry Riesling 2020

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

    DRY, BUT REFRESHING, RIESLING.   "The nose leads with white florals and crushed stones that overlay aromas of pear, cucumber and lemon zest. The palate is surprisingly expansive as the acidity perfectly integrates with the weight and depth of...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Bannockburn Riesling 2020

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Bannockburn Riesling 2020

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

    EXTREMELY EXPRESSIVE, OFF DRY RIESLING, HAILING IN AT A REFRESHING 9% ALCOHOL.  "Aromas of citrus peel and ginger combine with a distinct minerality. A burst of sweetness on first sip is immediately complimented by ripe stonefruit and mandarin...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Bannockburn Riesling 2019

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Bannockburn Riesling 2019

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

    Organic Biodynamic Exquisite, off-dry Riesling, refreshing and complex. "Apple, tangerine and wet stones overlie subdued exotic floral notes. A burst of sweetness on the palate is quickly tempered by hallmark natural acidity. Perfectly integrated...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Dry Riesling 2019

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Dry Riesling 2019

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

    "A lifted and intense bouquet of baking spice, apple and mandarin. The saline infused palate is bright, racy and focused. The Dry style makes a statement: taut and austere but with an enduring palate of crushed rocks and salty, apple notes. Exotic,...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Chardonnay 2009

    Region: NZ- Central Otago

    Campbell Mattinson 92 Points!"Beautiful flavours. Funk, oatmeal, grapefruit, kiwi fruit and citrus. Quite a deal of toasted, roasted, nutty oak too. Bitter finish but excellent, satiny texture throughout. It smells fantastic and for the most part it...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Dry Riesling 2018

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Dry Riesling 2018

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

    "Riesling from Block 2 of The Elms vineyard was hand-picked then carefully whole bunch pressed, settled for 3-5 days before racking, then followed by a long slow fermentation of 10 weeks with indigenous yeasts to almost complete dryness (4g/L RS). The...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Bannockburn Riesling 2018

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Bannockburn Riesling 2018

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

     Gourmet Traveller Magazine 95 Points! "Made from grapes harvested from gravelly blocks two and four of the Elms vineyard next to the winery. Moderately sweet riesling with a perfect balance of fruity acidity building exquisite tension. Tangy wine...

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  • Felton Road Chardonnay 2008

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Chardonnay 2008

    Region: NZ- Central Otago

    Campbell Mattinson 92 Points!"It tastes strongly of pineapple and mineral. Bright, dramatic, not necessarily elegant but powerful and rich. Toasty oak through the centre but fruit, glorious fruit, pushing out through the finish. Powerful mid-palate. A...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Bannockburn Riesling 2017

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Bannockburn Riesling 2017

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

    5 Stars Bob Campbell MW! "Always terrific, this usually sits in the shadow of its outstanding big borther, Block 1 Riesling, which carries a similar amount of residual sugar. In this vintage I awarded both wines the same score, but (very) marginally...

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  • Felton Road Chardonnay 2007

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Chardonnay 2007

    Region: NZ- Central Otago

    "Grilled bread, citrus and a hint of white peach are apparent on the nose. Rich and viscous yet at the same time refreshingly crisp, the palate is one of the most harmoniously balanced we have seen in our chardonnay: cream textured citrus in a frame of...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Bannockburn Riesling 2016

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Bannockburn Riesling 2016

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

    Gourmet Traveller 96 points!“Made from biodynamically-grown grapes from blocks 2 and 4 of The Elms Vineyard. Hand-picked and whole-bunch pressed before fermentation with indigenous yeasts. Lovely juicy riesling - very concentrated with lime, apple, white...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Dry Riesling 2016

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Dry Riesling 2016

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

    Wine Front 94 Points! Far out, could the Felton Road vineyard get any more beautiful and vibrant-looking and healthy? Bursting with life. Nice to see goats brought into the biodiversity program. There was an army of vineyard workers there today, tending...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Dry Riesling 2014

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Dry Riesling 2014

    Region: NZ- Central Otago
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Biodynamic Sustainably-made

    Wine Front 93 points!“Yes! So much perfume here – aromatic in honeyed notes, honeycomb, floral notes, touch of wet fern and a squeeze of lime. Juicy, clean, apple and citrus-driven flavours, finishes nice and long, mouthwatering, fresh and frisky. Great...

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