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Foxes Island

Foxes Island

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John Belsham's been crafting some of New Zealand's finest wines since 1992, pioneering the premium single-vineyard approach before it was cool. Foxes Island is the only winery offering a comprehensive range of cellar-aged wines before they hit the market, so you're basically getting insider access to The Icons, The Artist Series, and Estate Wines that other people are still waiting for.

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Pinot NoirSauvignon BlancChardonnayRiesling

Good to know

No — Foxes Island does not operate a public tasting room. It's a production-only or by-allocation label, so its wines are found through retail, restaurants, or a mailing list rather than an on-site visit.
Foxes Island focuses on Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling. Signature bottles include Estate Chardonnay 2017, Le Renard Icon Pinot Noir 2012, Le Renard Pinot Noir, Pinot Noir Vertical 2012, 2013 & 2014, Sur Lie Aged Sauvignon Blanc 2016, Estate Dry Riesling 2013. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
The winemaking at Foxes Island is led by John Belsham. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.