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

  • 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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    $47.00
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  • Felton Road Block 3 Pinot Noir 2011

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Block 3 Pinot Noir 2011

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

    "Felton Road farms three properties totaling 32 ha in the Bannockburn sub-region of Central Otago. This wine is taken from Block 3 of Elms vineyard where a deep bench of glacial soil is interspersed with calcarious seams... "Emphatically expressive......

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    $128.00
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  • Felton Road Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2011

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2011

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

    "A nose of ripe red fruits and dark florals immediately confirms this wine's pedigree. The palate leads with a savoury note and a touch of earthiness adds complexity and interest. Finishes clean and long with a swipe of fine tannins. Texturally plush...

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    $67.00
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  • Felton Road Block 2 Chardonnay 2011

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Block 2 Chardonnay 2011

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

    Bob Campbell 95 points! More concentrated and more complex than Felton Road's Bannockburn Chardonnay with pronounced mineral influence together with a good seasoing of oak and yeast lees influence adding extra interest and texture. Classy Chardonnay - I...

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    $62.00
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  • Felton Road Cornish Point Pinot Noir 2011

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Cornish Point Pinot Noir 2011

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

    "Ripe plums, dark florals and complex spice abound on the nose. Flavours of rich fruit compote laced with spices coat the palate. The tight core of fruit is encased by chalky and beautifully fine tannins. Deep and brooding and a typically muscular and...

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    $79.00
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  • Felton Road Calvert Pinot Noir 2011

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Calvert Pinot Noir 2011

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

    eRobertParker.com 91+ points!"Medium deep ruby-purple color, the 2011 Calvert Pinot Noir reveals slightly muted notes of black cherries, cloves and earth with hints of nutmeg and iron ore. The palate is medium-bodied with a medium level of tight-knit,...

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    $79.00
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  • Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir 2011

    [SOLD-OUT] Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir 2011

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

    eRobertParker.com 92+ points!"Medium deep ruby-purple in color, the 2010 Block 5 Pinot Noir has earthy, meaty, gamey aromas intermingling with notes of warm raspberries, dried cranberries, tar and a touch of Ceylon tea. Medium-bodied with a crisp acid...

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    $120.00
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