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Brightwater Vineyards

Brightwater Vineyards

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This family-owned Nelson winery sits 20 minutes south of the sunshine capital, overlooking the village of Brightwater, and has earned serious international cred (including New Zealand Winemaker of the Year in 2012). Gary and Valley Neale work with 100% estate-grown grapes using a minimal intervention approach, letting the vineyards speak for themselves in wines that are all about fruit character, elegance, and balance.

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Varietals

ChardonnayMerlotPinot GrisPinot NoirRieslingRoséSauvignon Blanc

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Brightwater Vineyards focuses on Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Riesling, and more. Signature bottles include Sophie's Kiss Rosé, Nelson Sauvignon Blanc, Nelson Riesling, Nelson Pinot Gris, Lord Rutherford Sauvignon Blanc, Lord Rutherford Barrique Sauvignon Blanc, Te Kāhu Pinot Noir. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Brightwater Vineyards is in Brightwater, in the Nelson wine region. Phone: +6435441066. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.

Location

Brightwater, New Zealand

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