Unkel Wines is the project of winemakers / grape growers Rob and Kate Burley. Kiwi-born Rob launched Unkel several years back in Victoria after learning his craft under the likes of Pat Sullivan and William Downie, before relocating with wife Kate back to Nelson, New Zealand. Here they now farm their own organically & dry farmed vineyard, crafting delicious natural wines shaking up the typically more conservative New Zealand industry.
Here we have a skin-fermented blend of Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, from various picks and various ferments, crafted together to make a smooth and seamless orange wine, full of tropical fruits and complimentary but gentle structure.
Rob describes this "a great intro to orange wine", and we couldn't agree more. Fun and versatile drinking!