Wine from Nelson

Wine from Nelson

This picturesque region, found on the northern tip of the South Island, benefits from high sunshine hours, a sheltered, moderating coastal climate and free-draining, semi-fertile soil. You might not be familiar with this wine region. But it is worth knowing. This boutique wine region produces outstanding Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and aromatics.




SHEILD Pinot Meunier Rosé 2023

SHEILD Pinot Meunier Rosé 2023

In stock 1

17,00 CHF -11% RRP 19,10 CHF *

22,67 CHF pro litre

SHEILD Pinot Meunier Rosé 2023

SHEILD Pinot Meunier Rosé 2023

17,00 CHF -11% RRP 19,10 CHF *

22,67 CHF pro litre

A dry, vibrant style. A rare single vineyard rosé wine made from 100% Pinot Meunier.


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SHEILD Pinot Noir 2023

SHEILD Pinot Noir 2023

23,20 CHF*

30,93 CHF pro litre

SHEILD Pinot Noir 2023

SHEILD Pinot Noir 2023

23,20 CHF*

30,93 CHF pro litre

A succulent, approachable Pinot Noir with an outstanding price value ratio.


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Brightwater Gravels Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Brightwater Gravels Sauvignon Blanc 2023

In stock 3

15,50 CHF -16% RRP 18,50 CHF *

20,67 CHF pro litre

Brightwater Gravels Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Brightwater Gravels Sauvignon Blanc 2023

15,50 CHF -16% RRP 18,50 CHF *

20,67 CHF pro litre

A crisp and bright, sun-kissed Sauvignon Blanc from Nelson that offers juicy fruit intensity, fine texture, and a cooling crisp acidity. 


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SHEILD Albarino 2023

SHEILD Albarino 2023

20,40 CHF - 21,40 CHF*

28,54 CHF pro litre

SHEILD Albarino 2023

SHEILD Albarino 2023

20,40 CHF - 21,40 CHF*

28,54 CHF pro litre

Albariño is a true rarity in New Zealand – which makes this elegant white wine from Nelson all the more remarkable. On the nose, it delights with aromas of lime, white peach, floral notes, and a hint of salty oyster shell. On the palate, it’s powerful, fruit-driven, and wonderfully refreshing, with vibrant acidity and a fine saline minerality. A complex wine with a long, lively finish. A Spanish grape with a New Zealand twist – simply delicious!


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SHEILD Chardonnay 2021

SHEILD Chardonnay 2021

21,80 CHF*

29,07 CHF pro litre

SHEILD Chardonnay 2021

SHEILD Chardonnay 2021

21,80 CHF*

29,07 CHF pro litre

Made from 25 old vines in Nelson. Lovely aromas of hazelnut, peach, butter toast and ripe citrus fruits mingle with a balancing acidity and the minerality of the Wainea Plains.


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5+1 Case SHEILD Chardonnay 2021 - 1 bottle FREE

5+1 Case SHEILD Chardonnay 2021 - 1 bottle FREE

109,00 CHF -17% RRP 130,80 CHF *

24,22 CHF pro litre

5+1 Case SHEILD Chardonnay 2021 - 1 bottle FREE

5+1 Case SHEILD Chardonnay 2021 - 1 bottle FREE

109,00 CHF -17% RRP 130,80 CHF *

24,22 CHF pro litre

1 bottle free in this 6 bottle case. You only pay for 5 bottles. Made from 25 old vines in Nelson. Lovely aromas of hazelnut, peach, butter toast and ripe citrus fruits mingle with a balancing acidity and the minerality of the Wainea Plains.


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5+1 Case SHEILD Pinot Noir 2023 - 1 bottle FREE

5+1 Case SHEILD Pinot Noir 2023 - 1 bottle FREE

116,00 CHF -17% RRP 139,20 CHF *

25,78 CHF pro litre

5+1 Case SHEILD Pinot Noir 2023 - 1 bottle FREE

5+1 Case SHEILD Pinot Noir 2023 - 1 bottle FREE

116,00 CHF -17% RRP 139,20 CHF *

25,78 CHF pro litre

1 bottle free in this 6 bottle case. You only pay for 5 bottles. A succulent, approachable Pinot Noir with an outstanding price value ratio.


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About the wine region Nelson

Small is beautiful in this wine region. Nelson is a boutique wine region producing outstanding Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and aromatics, as well as an impressive mix of emerging varieties.

Long renowned for it's bountiful crops and orchards, Nelson's wine roots were cultivated in the mid-1800s, when German settlers planted the areas first grape vines to produce wine.

Nelson wine subregions

Nelson has two subregions:

  1. Moutere Hills: To the west of the city, the verdant Moutere Hills are slightly warmer and wetter than Waimea and the gravel-threaded clay soils give richness and texture to the wines.
  2. Waimea Plains: Summing up the sub-region beautifully, Waimea is Maori for ‘river garden’. This traditional area for arable crops, orchards and hops has seen most of Nelson’s recent vineyard expansion.

    With stony alluvial soils and a moderating maritime influence, wines tend to be lighter and fresher in style than Moutere, with bright aromas.

Nelson wine style

Nelson's main grape is Sauvignon Blanc, followed by Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay.

Nelson is a dry, more elegant and gentle expression of Sauvignon Blanc. Nelson Pinot is always expressive and perfumed, with fine, ripe tannins and complex depths.

Nelson has made a name for producing excellent Chardonnay. Depth, elegance and complexity are hallmarks of the best Nelson Chardonnay and the fruit is remarkably pure and intense.

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