Wines - Millton - Biodynamically Grown Grapes


Certified Organic with BioGro trademark

The Millton Vineyard specialises in making fine wine from estate grown grapes sourced from single vineyards. For more than a quarter of century these grapes have been grown in the traditional manner using biodynamic techniques. This involves growing the grapes without the use of herbicide, insecticide, systemic fungicides or soluble fertilisers. It also incorporates the use of special herbal preparations and teas, as well as a deep understanding of the complex cosmic rhythms which affect these daily activities. As well these wines carry the certified organic trademark BioGro, as well as the grower ID number on the back label. In 2009 our vineyards were certified biodynamic by Demeter New Zealand. Both organisations have exacting standards which are audited to international level and meet the stringent requirements needed to participate in these specialised markets. All wines are Produced and Bottled on the Property.

The majority of our wines are suitable for consumption by vegetarians and vegans.

For a mixed selection of wines do see our case specials.

2009 Les Trois Enfants

2009 Les Trois Enfants

We all like to collect stuff. I have an affliction for grapevines. Les Trois Enfants - The Three Kids tells a little story. Displaying spice, ginger, and pear, waxy broad opulence with tremendous fruit weight and a rich aftertaste. A complete intoxication of a serious affliction.

 
 
2009 Merlot Rose Te Arai Vineyard

2009 Merlot Rose Te Arai Vineyard

Every cultured society requires something light and colourful to sip in the less serious moments. Gisborne has the soil to grow, the sky in which to dream and the climate, for such a wine as our Merlot Rose, to be thoroughly enjoyed.
 
2009 Muskats @ Dawn

2009 Muskats @ Dawn

In a typical Moscato d’Asti style this wine is light, fresh, fruity, low in alcohol and thoroughly drinkable. Intensely perfumed and quite exotic, this tantalising wine bursts with tropical fruit including melon and white peach.


 
 
2009 Riesling Opou Vineyard

2009 Riesling Opou Vineyard

The palest of lemon in colour with a wash of green, aromas of freshly squeezed limes and citrus blossoms give way to a salivating juicy acidity.The 2009 vintage was of very low-yield, giving an intense vibrancy to the wine.

 
2008 La Cote Pinot Noir

2008 La Cote Pinot Noir

  • New Release
  • Certified Organic
  • Price: $20.00

"Organically certified Gisborne wine, ruby hued, with clearly varietal, strawberry and spice flavours and at touch of savoury complexity." Michael Cooper.

2008 has sold out.

2009 will be released April 1st 2010.
 
2008 Viognier Riverpoint Vineyard

2008 Viognier Riverpoint Vineyard

4 Stars - Top 5, Viognier Tasting, Cuisine Magazine May 2009 Issue 134
“Millton was the first New Zealand winery to embrace biodynamics and the rich purity of this expression is a great advertisement for it. Sweet floral scents and citrus flavours contribute to what is a very complete package.”
 
2007 Chardonnay Opou Vineyard

2007 Chardonnay Opou Vineyard

4 ½ stars ~ Michael Cooper, ‘Winestate’ May/June 2009
“A top vintage, this organically certified wine is rich, dry and complex, with peachy, nutty, slightly buttery flavours and a hint of butterscotch. Refined and slightly minerally, it’s a fine-value wine, drinking well now.”            
 
2007 Chenin Blanc Te Arai Vineyard

2007 Chenin Blanc Te Arai Vineyard

"The 2007 Te Arai Chenin Blanc is probably New Zealand's finest example of this variety, vibrantly fruity and rich, beautifully textured but with zippy acidty and just a sliver of sweetness."Warren Barton, The Dominion, April 2008.

Summer Case Offer Buy 6 for $120.00
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2006 Malbec Te Arai Vineyard

2006 Malbec Te Arai Vineyard

  • New Release
  • Certified Organic
  • Price: $25.00
"Dense, spicy red with bright fresh plum and cherry flavours. Sweet fruit is balanced by firm tannins to give a pleasantly drying finish. Strongly varietal wine with plenty of character." Bob Campbell

SOLD OUT
 
2007 Viognier Clos Samuel Special Bunch Selection 375ml

2007 Viognier Clos Samuel Special Bunch Selection 375ml

“Strong honeyed botrytis character…very sweet and luscious wine with caramel, dried fruit/apricot, honeycomb and star anise.Spectacularly complex wine in a distinctive and appealing style.”
91 Points – Bob Campbell, Gourmet Wine Traveller Jun/Jul 2009
 
Mistelle Fortified July Muscat 750ml

Mistelle Fortified July Muscat 750ml

A wine for all the senses… made from several clones of the old & exotic grape variety, Muscat, intensely aromatic, deliciously sweet, semi-fortified and aged over several seasons, this solera has the makings of a wine of seduction, quite addictive, quite charming, quite simply, delicious.
 
2005 Essencia Chardonnay Opou Vineyard 375ml

2005 Essencia Chardonnay Opou Vineyard 375ml

Only in a very good harvest does nature allow us to make an interesting sweet wine. Golden hued, with aromas of honey, raisins and apricots and a smoky wood character coming through from the time spent in special casks. Made in a style to keep for cellaring and will intensify in colour and depth of flavour as it gains maturity. In it's youth enjoy with fresh fruits or dried apricots and nuts. After one year it will be excellent with an apricot tart. And after a year or two a ripe blue cheese will make a delicious accompaniment. Divine.
 
2005 Opou Chardonnay Magnum 1.5L

2005 Opou Chardonnay Magnum 1.5L

Opulent chardonnay, made with all the trappings, and now glowing with bottle maturity. A large format bottle is a treat for sharing with friends at a festive meal, made for enjoying the pleasures of the table.
 
2006 Te Arai Chenin Blanc Magnum 1.5L

2006 Te Arai Chenin Blanc Magnum 1.5L

A powerful ripe style, ocean fresh acidity, with aromas of waxy pears, quince. A nerve of fine acidity dances with the lineal minerality, which provides balance to the richness of fruit. Lanolin and honey will intensify over time.