So here it is.
My question is -- which winery is growing this Pinotage?
Some clues. I have been in New Zealand for the past month or more and this picture was taken on 31 December 2008 in the grounds of a major New Zealand winery which is famous, especially in Britain which is a major importer, for Sauvignon Blanc wines.
If you know anything about NZ wine you’ll recognise the winery name; we’re not talking about some garagiste winery you’ve never heard of.
But the winery does not list a Pinotage varietal among its wines, so you’ll find no help on winery websites. The size of the grapes in the picture may give you a clue as to whether we are on the North or South Island, and that in turn may indicate the region.
It’s a near impossible question, so don’t hold back – have a guess and have a go!
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Uhh ... Cloudy Bay?
ReplyDeleteIf you hadn't already told me, Peter, I would never be able to guess although another (NZ)Blogger mentioned this winery recently for a particular feature it has.
ReplyDeletePaul, good guess. But not correct, however this winery also has a name taken from a nearby geographical feature ....
ReplyDeleteThanks, Peter! -North island?
ReplyDeleteHi Douglas, not North Island. The berry sizes I found on the South Island are about 3-4 weeks behind those growing on the North Island.
ReplyDeleteSo these vines are on the South Island.
Oyster Bay?
ReplyDeleteGood 'un Darry, but not quite there!
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