Church Road have released a new range of single vineyard wines under the One label, executed in their reliably inimitable style. Exhibiting superb depth, flavour and intensity, these are sumptuous and complex expressions that showcase the elegance and allure of a wine that has been crafted by a single winemaker from the grapes off a single vineyard. From the restrained power of the Church Road One Tukituki Chardonnay to the fragrant and supple Gimblett Gravels Syrah or the opulently fleshy and vibrant Malbec, these are standout wines that will amply reward your attention.
Rich and powerful, this is one to tuck away for a few years.
Sourced from their Redstone vineyard in Bridge Pa.
The purity of the cassis character and depth of flavour are impressive, the craftmanship of the winemaker evident in the superb balance and sustained finish.
The only white offering in the prestigious 1 series.
Single vineyard chardonnay from the banks of the Tuki Tuki River.
With a restrained power, this multi-faceted chardonnay boasts a peachy core with lifted aromatics of orange blossom and a nutty texture from the tailored oak programme. Great length and balanced acidity, drink one now and tuck one in the cellar to be rewarded in the future.
Single Vineyard Merlot from Hawke’s Bay made with extreme attention to detail.
Aromas of dark chocolate and subtle florals give way to rich plums and black cherry. With fine-grained tannins, it is medium-bodied with a brooding earthy edge. Pairs brilliantly with mushrooms or smoked meats.
Pairs brilliantly with mushrooms or smoked meats.
Pure Malbec is a rare sight in New Zealand and this premium example from Church Road is here to lead the way.
Made from a single vineyard in Hawke’s Bay with the highest attention paid to every detail of the winemaking process.
This is full-bodied and rich with ripe tannins that bounce off the lifted florals and spice on the nose. Particularly good with a barbeque!
Syrah is the darling grape of winemakers in Hawke’s Bay.
This single vineyard offering from Church Road paves the way with lifted spicy floral aromas and powerful palate structure that will reward cellaring.
For drinking now it exudes dark berry flavours and fragrant warm spice, and of course the classic HB cracked pepper.
Made only in the very best years, this is Church Road’s top Chardonnay.
Named after legendary winemaker Tom McDonald, this is the perfect glass to toast to Tom on the 12th September to celebrate his birthday.
Fragrant aromatics of stonefruit and citrus are embellished by mar-zipan and mealy notes, the palate dominated by concentrated fruit flavours swathed in silky textures, some balancing acidity and a long, elegant finish.