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Waimea

Waimea is a Nelson winery producing wines from South Island New Zealand. The cellar focuses on distinctive white and red expressions. Elara Oak Aged Sauvignon Blanc, made from the region's signature variety, brings structure and complexity through oak treatment—a departure from Nelson's typically unoaked style. Trev's Red blends Viognier, Shiraz, and Cabernet Franc into a textured red. Albariño, the Spanish white variety, rounds out the portfolio. Wine Advocate, Decanter, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, and Falstaff have all assessed the range. Nelson's cool maritime climate and alluvial soils support both the aromatic precision Sauvignon Blanc demands and the ripeness required for structured reds. The winery's choice to work across white, rosé, and red categories reflects the region's versatility and the cellar's willingness to explore beyond convention.

Critics

Decanter, Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, Falstaff

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