Aitken's Folly 'The Gordon' Reserve Chardonnay 2017
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AFGR201710 UCNZ
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The nose displays notes of oak and lees-ageing without detracting from the purity of fruit.
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Good weight, but displaying restraint and balance.
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Zesty lemon and ripe apple a balanced by a nose of nougat, butter and toffee.
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1 or more bottles$42.99
Editors notes
The nose displays notes of oak and lees-ageing without detracting from the purity of fruit. Zesty lemon and ripe apple a balanced by a nose of nougat, butter and toffee. Good weight, but displaying restraint and balance. A creamy, lingering finish.
"Named after an ex colleague of Fiona suggested that what we were about to do amounted to a foolish move, a Folly by any other name" Aitken's Folly is a family-run winery based in Wanaka, focused on creating bright, fruit-forward wines representative of the unique terroir.
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- Peach
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- Green Apple
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New Zealand
The New Zealand wine industry is one of the younger wine regions in the world, whose popularity grew immensely when Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc hit the world wine scene, quite unique in style when compared to the typical French Sancerre.
Wine is successfully cultivated on both the North and South islands from a latitude of 36 degrees in the North to 45 degrees for the most southerly wine region in the world, the South Island's Central Otago. The majority of regions are located in free-draining alluvial valleys except for Waiheke Island and Kawarau Gorge in Central Otago and benefit from the moderating effect of the maritime climate as no vineyard is more than 80 miles from the ocean. With plentiful sunshine hours and cool evening sea breezes, the grapes thrive.
Sauvignon Blanc is the major white variety people will think of when you mention New Zealand Whites, however fantastic Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer and less commonly Viognier, Chenin Blanc and Pinot Blanc. Pinot Noir is the most widely planted red variety in New Zealand although Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot (Bordeaux Blends), Syrah are also grown and in even smaller amounts, Tempranillo and Montepulcianos can too be found. Sparkling wines of very high standards are also made in New Zealand.
The key wine regions in New Zealand include Auckland, Canterbury, Central Otago, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay, Marlborough and Nelson.
Central Otago
Central Otago, located at the southernmost point of the world where wine grapes are grown, is a remarkable wine-growing region that spans over 4,000 square kilometers on New Zealand’s South Island. This spectacular landscape is surrounded by rugged mountains, glacial lakes, and wide-open valleys, which have earned the region a reputation as one of the most scenic wine destinations in the world.
The region is centered around the bustling tourist hub of Queenstown, which is an ideal base to explore the many world-class wineries and vineyards that dot the countryside. The unique soils in Central Otago are characterized by heavy mineral deposits in silt loams that are unlike any other region in New Zealand, resulting in wines with distinctive flavor profiles and complex structures.
Central Otago is New Zealand's only "continental" wine-growing region, which means it experiences greater diurnal temperature fluctuations than any other region in the country. These large swings between low and high temperatures create ideal conditions for growing Pinot Noir, the flagship red varietal of the region. The long, cool, and dry autumn period also plays a significant role in producing some of the world's best Pinot Noirs, which are known for their fragrant aroma, silky texture, and true fruit intensity.
In addition to Pinot Noir, Central Otago is also renowned for its aromatic whites, particularly Riesling, which can be made in styles ranging from bone-dry to very sweet. Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, and Chardonnay are also produced to a very high standard, reflecting the region's diverse terroir and the skill of its winemakers.
Central Otago's exceptional wines have earned it a place in Jancis Robinson's top five New World wine-producing regions, cementing its status as one of the most exciting and unique wine destinations in the world. With its awe-inspiring natural beauty, welcoming wineries, and world-class wines, Central Otago is a must-visit destination for any wine lover.
Waitaki Valley
The remote Waitaki Valley on New Zealand’s South Island sits at roughly the same latitude as Central Otago’s Wanaka wine subregion, but to the east of the island’s Southern Alps. Here, the Waitaki River – one of New Zealand’s largest – flows to the Pacific Ocean. Waitaki Valley is a small, emerging wine region, with the first vine plantings taking place only in 2001. The region enjoys hot, dry summers, with breezes from the Pacific Ocean moderating temperatures to some extent. With cold winters and springs, frost is always a viticultural risk. But long, dry autumns make for an extended growing season, which helps develop ripe fruit flavours and tannin levels in the grapes. Grapes grown here include Pinot Noir (the most planted), Pinot Gris, Riesling, Chardonnay, and Gewürztraminer, and often produce high-quality wines. Pinot Noirs from Waitaki Valley tend to be intensely aromatic, with aromas and flavours of red fruit (think red cherries, raspberries, and strawberries) alongside herbal, spicy notes. Crisp acidity and fine-grained tannins are also the hallmarks of these wines. Likewise, Pinot Gris wines boast fragrant aromatics with notes of green fruit, stone fruit, citrus, and spice. Rieslings are typically delicate, with vibrant acidity, penetrating citrus and floral notes, and just the right minerality. Regional Chardonnays feature flavours of green apple, citrus, melon, alongside floral notes.
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About the brand Aitken's Folly
Aitken's Folly is a small family owned vineyard run by two trained geologists Ian Percy & Fiona Aitken. With the help of James Dicey, the 3ha vineyard was planted in 2008 in Wanaka. The vineyard has been managed sustainably since planting with an ethos is to move towards organic growing and carbon neutrality and the wine is produced in nearby Maude winery by Dan & Sarah-Kate Dineen.
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