15 Minute Bottles is a collaboration between two families, David Collins and Lana Kennett, and Tom Lascelles and Anne Kirsch. The project came about in Europe, when their paths crossed while Tom was working for Austrian, natural wine superstar, Claus Preisinger. With both couples coming back to New Zealand in 2021, they saw an opportunity to produce here the style of energetic, approachable natural wines they’d loved in Europe. With one family based in Canterbury, and the other in Central Otago, their intention is to produce multi-regional wines that are unfined, unfiltered with minimal added sulphites. David best explains the reason behind their name, 15 Minute Bottles –
"It’s rooted in the fun, energetic, thought provoking wine we fell for while in Europe. When we drank a banger, we would call it a '15 minute bottle' because it didn't hang around for long (enjoyed responsibly with a large group of friends of course)."
Winery notes (2024 Vintage)
"Pinot Noir from Church Rd in Waipara, currently converting to BioGro organic. These vines were planted on their own roots in 1992. Gently direct pressed then fermented in stainless steel to retain freshness. Bottled with 16g/l residual sugar, disgorged. A happy accident has left this wine with 7g/l of residual sugar, resulting in a finish with wonderful balance and poise. Clean and pure, acid driven, moreish. Minimal added sulphites. Unfiltered and unfined."
*Note for courier freight – 12 bottle freight rate applies for up to each 6 bottles – we will contact you if applicable.