NV Kumeu River Crémant

The winter of 2020 was relatively mild and dry. Spring came early again, abut this time there were frosts to contend with in late September, one in particular causing damage to many of Kumeu vineyards. Similarly at the Rays Road vineyard in Hawkes Bay there were frost events, but the wind machine that were installed recently did the job and damage was minimal. Flowering took place well ahead of normal, and it was obvious to the wine makers that the season would be very early in 2021. History will see 2021 sitting very nicely in the trio of outstanding vintages: ‘19, ‘20 and ’21.

The Kumeu River Kumeu Crémant is a delicious dry sparkling that has impressed all that have tasted the wine. Aged on its lees for over 30 months this is a dry, soft and rich Crémant with impressive depth and concentration of flavour. Aromas of citrus, orchard fruit and touches of brioche lead onto that dry and fresh palate finishing with a long length.