Silver, 2012 NZIWS

Kina Cliffs 2012 Sauvignon Blanc has been awarded a Silver medal at the 2012 New Zealand International Wine Show.

Silver, 2012 Bragato Awards

2011 Pinot Gris has won Pure Silver at the 2012 Bragato Wine Awards.

Gold, 2011 Air New Zealand

Kina Cliffs 2011 Sauvignon Blanc has won Pure Gold at the 2011 Air New Zealand Wine Awards.

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Welcome to Kina Cliffs Vineyard

Kina Cliffs is an 8 acre family owned boutique vineyard that overlooks Tasman Bay and is near the towering cliffs of the Kina Peninsula, 30 minutes drive from Nelson. These sea-washed cliffs expose the ancient Moutere clay gravels that also lie beneath the vineyard and are known locally to produce a full-bodied, robust grape flavour. This soil, the breezy coastal climate, the high sunshine hours, the hand-tended low yield vines and the expertise of dedicated local winemakers are all engaged to produce exceptional wines.

Kina Cliffs is an accredited Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand vineyard and produces Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir.

 The 2012 Pinot Noirs and Pinot Gris are coming along excellently. 2012 is a cracker Nelson vintage, low yields but awesome flavours.

All of our wines can be found in the online shop here, and at our cellar door here.

What's been said about Kina Cliffs Wine?

“		Concentrated wine with an appealing musk-like character that adds complexity to more conventional gooseberry and green capsicum. Great balance with soft, fruity acidity and a lengthy finish. - Bob Campbell MW, BobsWineReviews.com.	”
“		4.5 Stars and 91/100. A rising star in Nelson, grapes for this stylish pinot were grown on their single vineyard in the Kina Peninsula. The bouquet shows complex aromas of red/black cherry, savoury mushroom, game and subtle spicy oak. It's succulent and silky on the palate with a refreshing mouthfeel and a lengthy crisp finish. The wine shows lovely depth of flavour well supported by the bright acidity.Sam Kim, www.wineorbit.co.nz.	”
“		5 stars and 95/100 in the Top 100 New Releases. Gourmet Traveller Wine magazine. February 2012.	”