Walnut Block is possibly the tiniest producer in New Zealand! Basically it’s two brothers, Nigel and Clyde Sowman who decided to make the best wine they possibly could. Their parents, Terry and Lynley, own Tindall’s Wines which produces some pretty decent wines, now also available in the UK. Nigel and Clyde earmarked the best block of vines in the entire vineyard which happens to have a walnut tree in the middle, hence the name, then they set about making the ‘best wine possible’ according to Nigel who got his inspiration from working in the wine department at Harrods.  In their quest for perfection they even earmark specific bunches of grapes to go into their two wines, and they manage the entire vineyard organically for best results.

It’s a rare thing these days – a wine that is made for passion, not for profit! It’s extremely limited stuff, and very good too.

What’s it like?

Intense gooseberry on the nose with bags of gooseberry fruit on the palate. It’s deliciously crisp and fresh with superb length. Put this up against Cloudy Bay and Walnut Block wins hands down!

How much? Where can I buy it?

It’s severely limited but can be found at a couple of good independents such as Food and Fine Wine in Sheffield, but the best price for Walnut Block Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2007 is from www.goodwineonline.co.uk at £12.35

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