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ProducerFelton Road
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Grape VarietyChardonnay
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Sub RegionCentral Otago
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SizeBottle
Felton Road is situated on warm, north facing slopes of glacial loess soils in Bannockburn, in the heart of Central Otago. The modern gravity fed winery receives 100% estate grown fruit from its three vineyards that are all farmed biodynamically and are fully certified by Demeter. Minimal intervention in the winemaking with such practices as wild yeast, no fining or filtration, allow the unique vineyard characters to further express their considerable personality. Since the first vintage in 1997, Felton Road has acquired a formidable worldwide reputation.
91 Points James Suckling
A minerally and apple character on the nose and palate. Full and refined with fresh acidity. Clean finish. Bright. A blend of grapes from three vineyards: 60% Elms, 30% Calvert, and 10% Cornish Point.
92 Points Wine Advocate
The 2011 Chardonnay opens with toasty/nutty notes complementing an aromatic core of ripe peaches, grapefruit and green mango and a whiff of cedar. Medium bodied with excellent concentration and vibrant acid, it finishes harmoniously and long, with toasty spice notes of ginger and cashew. Drink it to 2016+