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Millton
Varietal: Chenin Blanc
One of the most versatile white wine grape varietals in the world is the Chenin Blanc, a green skinned grape most closely associated with the still and sparkling wines of the Loire Valley, but which are cultivated in many countries across the globe and revered for their fine character and unique attributes. One of the key features of the Chenin Blanc grape is the fact that it is able to express the characteristics of the terroir it is grown on, making for highly interesting and complex white wines prized by those looking for something a little different. Their high acidity means they are perfect for producing a wide range of different wine styles, from flavorful still white wines to elegant crémants and sweet, viscous and unusual dessert wines.
Region: Gisborne
New Zealand is a beautiful country with a fascinating wine culture, being one of the youngest New World countries on earth, and with a fervor for quality and unique wine making practices which have allowed it to carve a place in the world of wines. In the very east of New Zealand, we find the stunning region of Gisborne, which is widely regarded as being one of the country's finest regions for the production of high quality, Old World style white wines. The region was originally settled in the late 19th century, and by the early 20th century, vineyards were being planted, and characterful, flavorful grapes were being grown for the country's young but burgeoning wine industry. In Gisborne, the mild climate is ideal for the cultivation of Riesling and Chardonnay grapes, which make up most of the wines which leave the region.
Country: New Zealand
New Zealand is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful and ecologically diverse countries in the world, and the wines which are produced there are a fine representation of this diversity and overall quality. With beautifully long and warm summers, a brisk oceanic climate and mile upon mile of gently sloping mountainsides, the vineyards which have sprung up there over the past century have brought about truly fantastic results, with wine now contributing a considerable amount to the economy of the country. In recent years, New Zealand wines have won some of the most prestigious awards available in the wine world, with most of the lauded wineries coming from the Auckland region, where there has been considerable effort to replicate the finest wines of the Bordeaux region of France. The Bordeaux grape varietals (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec) all flourish in the mineral rich soil of the region, and the results have been outstanding, marking New Zealand a strong contender for finest New World wine country.