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Lowburn Ferry
Lowburn Ferry owners Roger and Jean Gibson enjoy a hands-on approach to managing the vineyard which is both practical and scientific. Roger is specialist in soils and plant science (Master of Applied Science, first class honours) and has worked in research and education; Jean holds a degree in Horticultural Science from Massey University. They work with highly acclaimed winemaker Carol Bunn to produce the very best wines from their unique vineyard site. Lowburn Ferry wines have won consistent accolades including champion wine of the show at NZ Bragato Wine Awards with their very first vintage. Currently 4ha are planted in Pinot Noir grapes, a mix of clones 5, 115, 667, 777 and Abel, mostly on grafted rootstock. Lowburn Ferry Vineyard is established on terraces that had been in pasture for more than 100 years. This had allowed organic matter to build up in the soils, complementing the natural supply of nutrients derived from schist parent material. The resulting healthy soils have excellent biological activity which enhances the terroir of the site. The vines are hand tended to maximise the benefits of this unique terroir and microclimate. The company has a philosophy of environmental sustainability, and the vineyard management focuses on soil health through monitoring of soil moisture, chemical, physical and biological properties. In the early settlement days of Central Otago, Lowburn was a prominent ferry landing for travellers moving between the goldmining reefs of Bendigo, and the township of Cromwell. A stone hotel was built at Lowburn Ferry in 1869, and about 1873 a ferry or punt began operating, and the crossing, with its tree-lined approaches and picturesque setting, became not only an important link between Cromwell and the lakes at Wanaka and Queenstown, but also a popular tourist excursion. “Great Wine is Made in the Vineyard” |
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Lowburn Ferry Pinot Noir 2008
Lowburn Ferry Pinot Noir 2007
Lowburn Ferry Pinot Noir 2006
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Lowburn Ferry Pinot Noir 2005
Lowburn Ferry Pinot Noir 2003
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Lowburn Ferry
Pinot Noir 2008 $40.95
Pinot Noir 2008 $40.95
"Low cropping in an otherwise large vintage has maintained the red cherry purity and balance in this Central Otago wine. The bouquet explodes with lifted violets and rose petals, leading into a red fruit palate with structured fruit tannins, vibrant acidity and supportive oak." 93 points – Tyson Stelzer WBM100 Oct 2009 , Sydney International Wine Competition 2010: Top 100, Blue Gold Medal,
Liquorland Int. Wine Competition 2010: gold medal
Cuisine Nov 2009: 4 stars,
Winestate Nov/Dec 2009: 4 stars
"There's a wonderfully uninhibited quality to this Pinot from winemaker Carol Bunn. It's dark, sweet and spicy and fair romps across the palate, fresh but visceral. Oak lends support without compromising the juicy core of fruit. Food suggestion: barbecued Toulouse sausages." 4 stars - Cuisine Pinot Noir tasting - November 2009
Lowburn Ferry
Pinot Noir 2007 $40.95
Pinot Noir 2007 $40.95
Lowburn Ferry Pinot Noir 2007 shows dark fruit and cherry notes on the nose that are gently wrapped in a blanket of dried herbs and spices with velvety tannins in the mouth. This classic Central Otago Pinot Noir is long and smooth in the finish and makes an ideal match food especially with roasted duck and other poultry. It will continue to develop depth and complexity for 5-7 years.
Gold medal, NZ International Wine Show 2008 Judges' note: A powerful wine with a rich earthy depth, fruits of the forest, wild thyme, savoury oak and a concentrated finish.
Silver medal, International Wine Challenge (IWC) London 2009
***** 93 points"Silken-textured fruit bomb with masses of dense red and black cherry flavours plus a suggestion of anise and spicy oak. A classic Central Otago style that's easy to love and understand." Bob Campbell - BobsWineReviews.com
***** 93 points Gourmet Traveller Wine March-April 2009
LOWBURN FERRY PINOT NOIR SAMPLER 6-pack only $231.00 (NZ$38.50) per bottle
- 2 bottles Lowburn Ferry Pinot Noir 2006
(Gold medal, Air NZ Wine Awards 2008)
- 2 bottles Lowburn Ferry Pinot Noir 2007
(Gold medal, NZ International Wine Show 2008, 5 stars Bob Campbell BobsWineReviews.com)
- 2 bottles Lowburn Ferry Pinot Noir 2008
(Blue Gold Medal, Top 100, Sydney International Wine Competition 2010)
Lowburn Ferry
Pinot Rosé 2009 $22.95
Pinot Rosé 2009 $22.95
Lowburn Ferry Pinot Rosé 2009 is a lightly coloured varietal style (100% Pinot Noir), with brambly red fruits of the forest, cherries and licorice. The palate is a dry style, which shows fresh strawberries and cherry stone fruits and can be enjoyed with food or on its own.
"Delicious from the start, the 2009 vintage is a vibrantly fruity, crisp, dry style (3 grams/litre of residual sugar), birght pink, with mouthfilling body (14% alcolohol) and fresh, strong berry and spice flavours, showing excellent delicacy and immediacy" - Michael Cooper's Buyer's Guide to New Zealand Wines 2010: 4 stars
Phone 64 3 445 0846, Fax 64 3 445 0840, Free Phone in NZ: 0800 OTAGOWINE (0800682469) Strathburn Farm, Swann Road, RD2, Cromwell 9384, New Zealand
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