Spencer Hill
Spencer Hill is located in Nelson, on New Zealand's South Island—a region defined by cool-climate precision and bright acidity. The winery's portfolio centers on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, varieties that thrive in Nelson's maritime conditions. The Wild One Pinot Noir and Coastal Ridge Pinot Noir showcase the region's signature red-fruit clarity and structural elegance, while Tres Elegant Chardonnay reflects the stone-fruit and mineral character typical of cool-climate white production. Both Wine Spectator and Decanter have assessed the winery's releases, with The Wild One Pinot Noir earning particular recognition among prestige critics. Spencer Hill's focus on these classical varieties—and their expression through Nelson's terroir—positions the winery within New Zealand's established cool-climate tradition.
Critics
Wine Spectator, Decanter