Spinyback
Spinyback makes expressive wines reflecting the terroir of the Nelson region--frosty winters, long dry summers, cool autumn nights combined with the most hours of sunshine in New Zealand. Their fruit-driven wines exhibit concentration, texture, and balance. In keeping with the fine New Zealand winery tradition of ecological stewardship, every purchase of Spinyback wines provides direct funding toward the protection of the Tuatara, a near-extinct reptile found only in New Zealand.
Quick Facts
OWNER: Trevor and Robyn Bolitho
WINEMAKER: Michael Brown
APPELLATION: Nelson
VINEYARD AREA: 25 acres
ACCREDITED: Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand
WEB SITE: http://www.spinyback.com
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Featured Wines
2007 Nelson Sauvignon Blanc
Bouquet: Lovely, pungent aromas of gooseberry, passionfruit, and lime.
Palate: Grapefuit and lime with a mineral undercurrent. Refreshing and zesty,
with subtle texture, and excellent balance and length.
Serving Suggestions: An all-occasion wine - enjoy lightly chilled on a summer’s day or paired
with seafood (especially mussels).
Reviews and Awards
Best Buy "The restrained peach aromas could not quite prepare you for this opulent almost creamy wine with its green, herbaceous flavours, solid weight and fine acid beads that runs seamlessly through it. Excellent value."
TiZ Wine, Oct. 2007
2006 Nelson Pinot Gris
Bouquet: Classic varietal aromas of pears and quince
Palate: Grapefuit and lime with a mineral undercurrent. Refreshing and zesty, with subtle texture, and excellent balance and length.
Serving Suggestions: An all-occasion wine - enjoy lightly chilled on a summer’s day or paired with seafood (especially mussels).Reviews and Awards
"From Waimea Estates, a fresh, smooth, buoyantly fruity wine, slightly sweet and oily. Bargain priced."
Winestate Magazine - May/June 20072006 Nelson Pinot Noir
Spicy cherry, raspberry, and wild rose aromas with toasty, liquorice-y oak in support. On the palate the wine exhibits soft fruit tannins, delicate structure, and a good balance.Reviews and Awards
Best Buy "Maybe not a complicated wine but a thoroughly well made one that represents tremendous value. The ripe berry aromas that have a smoky edge are followed by sweet plum flavours and subtle tannins. This general sweetness persists in a lingering finish."
TiZwine.com - October 2007
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