Seifried Nelson Pinot Gris 2026

Gold & Top 30 under $30 - New World Wine Awards 2026
93 Points (5 Stars) - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, August 2026
90 Points - Cameron Douglas MS, September 2026
Silver (90 Points) - The New Zealand International Wine Show 2026

Vineyard: Seifried Brightwater & Redwood Valley vineyards
Date of Harvest: Mid-late March 2026
pH of Wine: 3.37
T.A of Wine: 6.0g/L
Residual Sugar of Wine: 9.8g/L
Alcohol: 12.5%
Suitable for Vegetarians & Vegans: Yes

Our Brightwater vineyard lies about 15km from the coast and is nestled under the
Richmond Ranges on the southern end of the Waimea Plains. The soil is a
combination of rocks and river boulders, which is hard on farm equipment but
vital for holding the warmth of Nelson’s sun and ripening grapes. Low nutrien t
and water levels in the vineyard help to restrict plant vigour, producing fruit with
lively, concentrated flavour. To further enhance aromatics, we remove leaves to
allow light penetration and air movement around the fruiting zone.
Our Redwood Valley vineyard is an unirrigated, gently sloping, north-facing clay
site; the vines range in age from 10 to 30 years. Vertical shoot positioning helps to
expose the berries to sunlight, thus getting maximum intensity and optimal
ripeness. The clay holds moisture well, supporting deep root systems and
producing fruit with good texture and complex flavours. To further enhance the
aromatics, leaves were removed to allow light penetration and air movement
around the fruiting zone.

A delightful blend of fruit from two vineyard blocks results in a well-balanced wine. Our clay sloping Redwood Valley vineyard brings textural components to support the bright flavour and aromatics from grapes grown on the Waimea Plains. A dry settled harvest period meant fruit was in beautifully clean condition, with perfect ripeness and flavours. The finished wine has a broad palate and is full-flavoured, brining a unique and complex spectrum of characters to the wine.