04-Dec-2014
With new owners since 2006, Linden Estate has been quietly reasserting itself as a quality Hawke’s Bay wine producer. The home vineyard of 5.5 ha is planted to Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Syrah, Chardonnay and Gewurztraminer, and the fruit is supplemented by grapes from growers in the district. Janet Nielson oversees the operation with Trevor Shepherd as viticulturist and winemaker since 2010. Here I review the new 2013 Pinot Gris and Viognier releases. www.lindenestatewinery.co.nz