{"title":"BLACK ESTATE","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBlack Estate is a family-owned organic and biodynamic winery in Waipara Valley, North Canterbury, New Zealand, producing distinctive cool-climate wines from three hillside vineyards: Home, Damsteep and Netherwood. Today the estate is owned by Nicholas Brown and Pen Naish together with Pen's family, with Nicholas leading the vineyards and winemaking while Pen manages the commercial, restaurant and cellar-door side of the business. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story began with Russell and Kumiko Black, who planted the original Black Estate vineyard in 1993, including Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Nicholas and Pen purchased the property in 2007, retaining the Black Estate name while gradually transforming both its farming and winemaking. The family later acquired Damsteep in 2012 and Netherwood in 2015, creating the three-vineyard estate that defines Black Estate today. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Estate's philosophy is fundamentally about place. Rather than creating a uniform house style, Nicholas Brown treats Home, Damsteep and Netherwood as individual vineyards, each shaped by different soils, elevations and exposures. All three are now farmed organically and biodynamically and are certified through BioGro and Demeter. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Home Vineyard lies in the Omihi sub-district of Waipara Valley, approximately six kilometres northeast of Waipara Junction. It occupies a gently sloping, north-facing sedimentary clay fan, with Awapuni clay loam and calcium carbonate deposits forming an important part of its geology. The original Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vines were planted in the 1990s, with much of the older Pinot Noir growing ungrafted on its own roots. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove these original plantings sits the Top Block, a four-hectare higher-density vineyard completed in 2011. It broadens the estate beyond its traditional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay focus with plantings of Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc, alongside additional Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. These varieties have become an increasingly important part of the modern Black Estate identity. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately ten kilometres north lies Damsteep, positioned at the foot of the Omihi Saddle. Its Pinot Noir occupies a northeast-facing slope between roughly 140 and 180 metres elevation, with vines planted in 1999 on clay over fractured limestone and sandstone. Riesling grows lower on the hillside in dense brown-orange clay interbedded with sandstone and limestone horizons. Organic and biodynamic practices have been used at Damsteep since 2010. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNetherwood is perhaps the most historically fascinating of the three sites. The vineyard was established by Russell Black and pioneering New Zealand winemaker Daniel Schuster in 1986, making it considerably older than the original Black Estate property. Its Pinot Noir was planted from cuttings on its own roots and traditionally farmed without irrigation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNetherwood's geology is particularly distinctive. The vineyard sits on Waipara Greensand, a green-grey sandstone rich in glauconite. Its Chardonnay block covers approximately 0.8 hectares on a south-facing hillside and was also planted in 1986, with mass-selected vines thought to derive from Mendoza Chardonnay material. Black Estate began farming Netherwood organically and biodynamically in 2012. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese three vineyards underpin an unusually diverse portfolio. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay remain fundamental, with individual Home, Damsteep and Netherwood bottlings allowing drinkers to compare the personalities of each site. The estate also produces Riesling, Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Gris, Pét-Nat and Rosé, alongside small experimental releases. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the cellar, Black Estate's philosophy is deliberately restrained. Fruit is biodynamically grown, fermentations rely on vineyard-derived indigenous yeasts, and the wines receive minimal additions. The estate states that sulphur may be added in small amounts at bottling—and sometimes not at all—while the wines are bottled unfined and unfiltered. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis approach places Black Estate comfortably within the contemporary natural-wine world, yet the wines are fundamentally driven by serious viticulture and individual terroir rather than cellar experimentation alone. The goal is to encourage natural balance within each vineyard and translate the differences between these sites into the finished wines. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNetherwood Pinot Noir and Netherwood Chardonnay sit among the estate's most compelling expressions, drawing on old, largely dry-farmed vines and one of Waipara's historically important vineyard sites. Damsteep Pinot Noir and Riesling offer a contrasting interpretation shaped by clay, sandstone and limestone, while the Home wines represent the heart of the original Black Estate property. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Estate has consequently become one of the producers closely associated with the emergence of North Canterbury as a serious fine-wine region. Its combination of distinctive limestone-influenced terroirs, old vines, organic and biodynamic farming and minimal-intervention winemaking has attracted attention well beyond New Zealand. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor drinkers interested in contemporary New Zealand wine beyond Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, Black Estate offers a particularly compelling perspective. Its wines combine the precision and freshness of a cool climate with the texture and individuality created by Waipara's complex clay, limestone, sandstone and greensand soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop Black Estate wines online at Wine More Cellars Australia. Discover North Canterbury Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, Chenin Blanc and limited-production biodynamic wines with Australia-wide shipping and free delivery on eligible orders over $199.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2023-black-estate-bottom-block-chardonnay","title":"2023 Black Estate Bottom Block Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 2023 Black Estate Bottom Block Chardonnay is a distinctive single-vineyard Chardonnay from the Home Vineyard in Waipara Valley, North Canterbury. Produced from ungrafted Mendoza vines planted in 1994 on calcareous clay soils, it shows white peach, crisp apple and citrus alongside yuzu, fresh herbs, hazelnut and subtle mineral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOn the palate, it is concentrated and finely textured, with bright acidity balancing ripe fruit and a persistent saline character. The grapes were hand harvested and whole-bunch pressed before fermentation with vineyard-derived yeast in seasoned 500-litre French oak casks. The wine underwent full malolactic fermentation and spent 12 months on fermentation lees, followed by additional time on fine lees before bottling unfined and unfiltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen’s Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for Chardonnay drinkers who enjoy concentrated, textural whites with vibrant acidity, savoury complexity and pronounced mineral freshness. Enjoy now or cellar for further development. Ideal with grilled fish, scallops, roast chicken, pork, creamy mushroom dishes or aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eInfo\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"height: 117.563px;\" width=\"846\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 261.75px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eCOUNTRY\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 287.25px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNew Zealand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 261.75px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003ePRODUCER\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 287.25px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eBlack Estate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 261.75px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eVARIETY\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 287.25px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 261.75px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSTYLE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 287.25px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWhite Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 261.75px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eVINTAGE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 287.25px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 261.75px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSIZE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 287.25px; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Black Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51660060819771,"sku":"BEHBBCH231275","price":83.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/6779\/7699\/files\/2023BlackEstateBottomBlockChardonnay.jpg?v=1788719204"},{"product_id":"2023-black-estate-damsteep-pinot-noir","title":"2023 Black Estate Damsteep Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 2023 Black Estate Damsteep Pinot Noir is a distinctive single-vineyard Pinot Noir from Waipara Valley in North Canterbury. Grown on the steep slopes of the Damsteep Vineyard over clay, fractured limestone and sandstone, it shows raspberry, black cherry and plum alongside violets, subtle earth, savoury spice and mineral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOn the palate, it is dry, taut and finely structured, with vibrant acidity and firm, precise tannins supporting concentrated red and dark fruit. Floral notes and savoury spice add complexity, while subtle barrel influence contributes texture without overwhelming the fruit. The finish is long, fresh and mineral-driven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen’s Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for Pinot Noir drinkers who enjoy elegant, structured reds with bright fruit, vibrant acidity and savoury mineral complexity. Enjoy now or cellar for further development. Ideal with roast duck, lamb, pork, mushroom dishes, roast chicken or semi-hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eInfo\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"height: 117.5px;\" width=\"846\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 261.75px; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eCOUNTRY\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 287.25px; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eNew Zealand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 261.75px; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003ePRODUCER\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 287.25px; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eBlack Estate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 261.75px; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eVARIETY\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 287.25px; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 261.75px; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eSTYLE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 287.25px; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 261.75px; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eVINTAGE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 287.25px; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 261.75px; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eSIZE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 287.25px; height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Black Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51660071436603,"sku":"BEDPN231275","price":63.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/6779\/7699\/files\/2023BlackEstateDamsteepPinotNoir.jpg?v=1788720818"},{"product_id":"2023-black-estate-home-chardonnay","title":"2023 Black Estate Home Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 2023 Black Estate Home Chardonnay is a distinctive Chardonnay from the Home Vineyard in Waipara Valley, North Canterbury. Grown on calcareous clay soils, it shows white peach, nectarine and melon alongside citrus, subtle wild strawberry and gentle savoury notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOn the palate, it is concentrated and finely textured, with vibrant acidity balancing ripe stone fruit, yuzu and subtle honeyed notes. The grapes were whole-bunch pressed and fermented with vineyard-derived yeast in French oak, including 21% new barrels. Full malolactic fermentation and eight months on fermentation lees add texture and depth, while a persistent saline character keeps the wine fresh and focused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen’s Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for Chardonnay drinkers who enjoy concentrated, textural whites with bright acidity, restrained oak and saline mineral character. Enjoy now or cellar for further development. 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Grown on calcareous clay soils, it shows raspberry, red cherry and plum alongside liquorice, thyme, subtle florals and earthy savoury notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOn the palate, it is concentrated and finely structured, with a silky texture, delicate acidity and polished tannins supporting juicy red fruit. The grapes were hand harvested and fully destemmed, retaining a high proportion of whole berries, before fermentation with vineyard-derived yeast. The wine spent nine months in seasoned French oak barrels with no new oak before being bottled unfined and unfiltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen’s Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for Pinot Noir drinkers who enjoy elegant, site-driven reds with bright fruit, silky texture and savoury complexity. Enjoy now or cellar for further development. 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