Bilancia Viognier 2007
The 2007 Viognier shows the classic textural oiliness on the palate. The very old barrels used in fermentation contribute to the structure of the palate without adding ‘oakiness’ to the aroma or flavour. As the wine ages in bottle the palate will continue to fill out resulting in a rich, lush wine
Bridge Pa Reserve Syrah 2007
The Reserve Syrah 2007 displays the classic Bridge Pa Vineyard aromas of violet and lifted black fruits. The Rhone style palate is supple and intense featuring berries, black cracked pepper, tobacco and an earthy undertone. Barrel aging for 18 months in new and seasoned American oak barriques has contributed to a beautifully balanced and elegantly structured wine that will continue to develop in the bottle long after its release.
Bridge Pa Syrah 2004
made from the very best hand harvested fruit from vines grown on Taupo Pumice Sands at the Ngatarawa Road vineyard Crafted by Bruce Helliwell using traditional gentle winemaking techniques, Louis 2004 is opulent and full bodied, its colour is dark ruby and concentrated with a dark rose edge. On the nose it shows aromas of black pepper, spices, and violets, the palate displays black fruits, bitter chocolate and a broody, earthy undertone. Louis 04 is balanced and elegant, with firm ripe tannins and a delicious mid-palate concentration leading into a long lingering finish.
Bridge Pa Syrah 2005
Crafted using traditional gentle winemaking techniques Louis Syrah 2005 displays the classic Bridge Pa Vineyard aromas of perfumed violet and black fruit. The palate is full bodied and smooth featuring berries, black cracked pepper and an earthy undertone. Extended barrel aging in American oak barriques has contributed to a beautifully balanced and elegantly structured wine that will continue to develop in the bottle long after its release.
Bridge Pa Syrah 2006
Crafted using traditional gentle winemaking techniques Louis Syrah 2006 displays the classic Bridge Pa Vineyard aromas of perfumed violet and black fruit. The palate is full bodied and smooth featuring berries, black cracked pepper and an earthy undertone. Extended barrel aging in American oak barriques has contributed to a beautifully balanced and elegantly structured Rhône style wine that will continue to develop in the bottle long after its release.
Bridge Pa Syrah 2007
Louis Syrah 2007 is the flagship wine of Bridge Pa Vineyard, New Zealand’s only wine producer 100% devoted to Syrah. Named for Louis, the owner’s oldest child, this wine is made from the very best hand harvested fruit from vines grown on Taupo Pumice Sands at the Ngatarawa Road vineyard.
Bridge Pa Zillah Merlot 2006
Crafted by Bruce Helliwell using traditional winemaking techniques Zillah 2006 displays a breath of aromas including rich fruit and spice, and the unmistakable Bridge Pa Vineyard perfume. The long complex palate is full bodied, smooth and intense with berry and black plum combining with spicy oak and an intriguing earthiness. A beautifully balanced multi layered wine supported by ripe tannins and rounded acidity.
