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Quartz Reef Méthode Traditionnelle Vintage Blanc de Blancs 2019

  • Stephen Wong MW
    96 Points
Quartz Reef Méthode Traditionnelle Vintage Blanc de Blancs 2019
  • Stephen Wong MW
    96 Points
Quartz Reef Méthode Traditionnelle Vintage Blanc de Blancs 2019
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Quartz Reef Méthode Traditionnelle Vintage Blanc de Blancs 2019

SKU: QRBB201910 UCNZ
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1-3 Years
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Demeter-certified Bendigo estate; Chardonnay-focused vintage cuvee.

Trophy winner 2025 Organic Wine Awards; limited release.

Hand-picked, bottle-fermented, extended lees; released at 12.5% ABV.

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Tasting Notes

Quartz Reef Méthode Traditionnelle Vintage Blanc de Blancs 2019 exemplifies the elegance and precision of New Zealand’s Central Otago wine region. Crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grapes, this vintage showcases the meticulous art of traditional sparkling winemaking, delivering a refined and vibrant Blanc de Blancs experience.

Harvested in 2019, a year noted for its ideal growing conditions in Central Otago, the grapes benefit from cool nights and abundant sunshine, resulting in crisp acidity and intense fruit concentration. The Méthode Traditionnelle process involves secondary fermentation in the bottle, creating fine, persistent bubbles and a complex, creamy texture that enhances the wine’s finesse.

This Blanc de Blancs reveals bright aromas of green apple, citrus blossom, and subtle hints of toasted brioche, underscored by a mineral-driven palate that reflects the unique quartz-rich soils of the vineyard. On the palate, expect lively acidity balanced with layers of lemon zest, white peach, and a delicate nuttiness that lingers through a clean, refreshing finish.

Perfectly suited for celebrations or pairing with seafood, light poultry dishes, and creamy cheeses, this vintage sparkling wine stands out for its purity, elegance, and expression of terroir. The Quartz Reef 2019 Blanc de Blancs is a testament to the quality and innovation emerging from New Zealand’s premier wine regions.

Experience the harmony of traditional craftsmanship and New Zealand’s distinctive terroir with this exceptional sparkling wine, ideal for those seeking a sophisticated and memorable Blanc de Blancs.

Critic Scores

Fine, persistent mousse. A subtle, restrained nose of oyster-shell, talc, citrus and linden flowers floats above a bed of earthy, savoury autolysis. The palate is creamy and energetic yet poised, finishing bone-dry, long and packed with potential. Very young and closed currently, it needs more time to unfold before it reveals its innate, layered complexity, but there is a warmth to the fruit and a brimming generosity hidden within which promises delicious drinking in the years to come.

About this Wine

Central Otago

Central Otago is the southernmost wine growing region in the world, located at a latitude of 45 degrees south, on New Zealand’s south island. A spectacular landscape makes the region one of the most scenic wine regions if not in the world then certainly in New Zealand. Central to the region is the tourist destination of Queenstown, which is a great base to make wine trips from. Heavy mineral deposits in silt loams are typical for the soils in Central Otago, but is unlike any other region in New Zealand. The Otago region is the countries only ‘continental ’ wine growing region. Pinot Noir is the flagship red varietal, which is very well suited to the regions large diurnal shifts (a large diurnal shift means a big difference between low and high temperatures) and also the regions long, cool and dry autumn. The Pinot Noirs coming out of the Otago region are most often fragrant, lush Pinot Noirs with silky textures and true fruit intensity. Aromatic whites also thrive, in particular Riesling where anything from bone-dry to very sweet can be made. Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris and lesser amounts of Chardonnay is also made to a very high quality. Central Otago is in Jancis Robinson’s top five New World wine producing regions.