GIBBSTON VALLEY METHODE TRADITIONELLE BRUT NV

Winery notes (NV)
"As pioneers of the Central Otago wine region, Gibbston Valley has been handcrafting premium wine for more than three decades. The GV Collection exemplifies the winery's quality-focused, innovative spirit. Classically shaped from select vineyards, the wines are harmonious, elegant collectables.

Pure pristine Central Otago fruit has gone into the classically-styled Gibbston Valley Non-Vintage Methode Traditionelle. Creamy toasty notes are on the nose, with subtle brioche, straw and barrel derived aromatics.

Using a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from premium Central Otago vineyards, the Gibbston Valley NV Methode Traditionelle has partial barrel fermentation, and full bottle fermentation. Over 25 months on lees has created this wine's complexity. Pure and rich, its finish is long, dry and generous."

Rated Excellent & 93/100 Cameron Douglas MS, October 2023 (NV)
"Ripe, pure and complex with a youthful core of white fleshed fruits and citrus and with an equal power and intensity from lees autolysis, there’s a white flower and sleek mineral quality. A dry wine touches the palate with a burst of fresh texture mousse, fine bubbles and high acid line. Flavours of white fleshed stone fruits and pear, lemon and a cool-stone mineral complexity. Balanced and well made, fresh and textured with a fine mousse. Best drinking as an aperitif from 2023 through 2029."