Jules has been awarded 2021 NZ Winemaker of the Year by Gourmet Traveller Wine Magazine
The OTQ Series is a pure expression of Jules’ winemaking skills and her vision to create wines which speak of their place.
Winery notes (2020 Vintage)
"Violet, poached plum and stewed tamarillo notes overlay darker hints of blackberry and vanilla compote. The nose is completed by lovely smoky, earthy spice and hints of cocoa and cinnamon from the French oak barriques. Generous and juicy on the palate, this Pinot Noir has an elegant structure embracing a beautiful balance of berry fruit and savoury flavours. Smoky oak and firm, spicy tannins leading to a long, dry finish."
5 Stars & 95/100 Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, October 2021 (2020 Vintage)
A stylish rendition, this is rich and opulent yet elegant and graceful with dark berry, smoked game, warm mushroom and hazelnut characters, leading to an exquisitely silky palate that's multi-layered and persistent. Brilliantly structured by seamlessly integrated tannins, finishing impressively long and engaging. At its best: now to 2030."
5 Stars Michael Cooper (2020 Vintage)
"Made 'On The Quiet', the powerful 2020 vintage was grown in the Wrekin Vineyard, in the Southern Valleys. Deep ruby, it is mouthfilling and youthful, with bold, rich, berryish, spicy flavours, savoury notes adding complexity, and a fairly firm finish. Full of cellaring potential, it should break into full stride from 2024+."