The Winery The Hermit Ram of Waipara of South Island

Winery The Hermit Ram
The winery offers 14 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 4.
It is ranked in the top 4 of the estates of South Island.
It is located in Waipara in the region of South Island

The Winery The Hermit Ram is one of the largest wineries in the world. It offers 14 wines for sale in of Waipara to come and discover on site or to buy online.

The Hermit Ram Estate is nestled in the heart of the Waipara wine region in New Zealand. It's a must-visit destination for wine enthusiasts looking to experience the unique taste of New Zealand wines. With its lush landscapes and scenic views, the Estate offers stunning views of the region's beautiful limestone hills. Founded by passionate and experienced winemaker Theo Coles, The Hermit Ram Estate is recognized for its commitment to producing wines that truly reflect the terroir of their origin. The old vines, limestone soil, fresh coastal air, and Waipara's cool climate all play a part in creating exceptional wines that are a true reflection of New Zealand's unique character. The Hermit Ram Estate is also known for its natural and biodynamic approach to viticulture. All the vines are grown without the use of artificial chemicals, and all work in the vineyard is done by hand. This not only promotes the health of the soil and the environment, but it also allows the production of high-quality wines with pure and vibrant flavors. The range of wines offered at The Hermit Ram Estate is diverse. It mainly includes white wines, red wines, and rosés, with grape varieties of Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Syrah, among others. The wines produced by the estate are recognized for their finesse, complexity, and their ability to express the uniqueness of the Waipara terroir. The Hermit Ram Estate offers not only an exceptional tasting experience, but also an opportunity to connect with the land and understand the philosophy behind their wine production.

Top Winery The Hermit Ram wines

Looking for the best Winery The Hermit Ram wines in Waipara among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Winery The Hermit Ram wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Winery The Hermit Ram wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top red wines of Winery The Hermit Ram

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Winery The Hermit Ram

How Winery The Hermit Ram wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, veal or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of quick beef and cheese yakitori, adapted vietnamese fondue or duck breast with honey.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Winery The Hermit Ram

On the nose the red wine of Winery The Hermit Ram. often reveals types of flavors of cherry, oaky or apples and sometimes also flavors of earthy, minerality or red fruit. In the mouth the red wine of Winery The Hermit Ram. is a with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the red wines of Winery The Hermit Ram

  • 2019With an average score of 4.20/5
  • 2013With an average score of 4.15/5
  • 0With an average score of 4.11/5
  • 2014With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2018With an average score of 3.82/5
  • 2015With an average score of 3.80/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Winery The Hermit Ram.

  • Pinot Noir

Discovering the wine region of Waipara

The wine region of Waipara is located in the region of Canterbury of South Island of New Zealand. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Pegasus Bay or the Domaine Pegasus Bay produce mainly wines white, red and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Waipara are Pinot noir, Riesling and Chardonnay, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Waipara often reveals types of flavors of cherry, pear or mango and sometimes also flavors of guava, gooseberry or passion fruit.

In the mouth of Waipara is a with a nice freshness. We currently count 95 estates and châteaux in the of Waipara, producing 348 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Waipara go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, veal or game (deer, venison).

The top white wines of Winery The Hermit Ram

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Winery The Hermit Ram

How Winery The Hermit Ram wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, vegetarian or goat cheese such as recipes of panga curry, vegan leek and tofu quiche or goat's cheese and pea tart.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Winery The Hermit Ram

On the nose the white wine of Winery The Hermit Ram. often reveals types of flavors of pineapple, cream or grapefruit and sometimes also flavors of tropical, citrus or apples. In the mouth the white wine of Winery The Hermit Ram. is a with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the white wines of Winery The Hermit Ram

  • 2019With an average score of 4.16/5
  • 2018With an average score of 4.13/5
  • 2021With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 0With an average score of 4.08/5
  • 2020With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2013With an average score of 4.00/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Winery The Hermit Ram.

  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Müller-Thurgau
  • Gewürztraminer

Discover the grape variety: Pinot noir

Pinot noir is an important red grape variety in Burgundy and Champagne, and its reputation is well known! Great wines such as the Domaine de la Romanée Conti elaborate their wines from this famous grape variety, and make it a great variety. When properly vinified, pinot noit produces red wines of great finesse, with a wide range of aromas depending on its advancement (fruit, undergrowth, leather). it is also the only red grape variety authorized in Alsace. Pinot Noir is not easily cultivated beyond our borders, although it has enjoyed some success in Oregon, the United States, Australia and New Zealand.

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Discover the grape variety: Sauvignon blanc

Originally from Bordeaux, Sauvignon, or Sauvignon Blanc, is reputed to be one of the best French grape varieties for white wine. It is a white grape variety, not to be confused with Sauvignon Gris and its pale yellow color, or with Cabernet Sauvignon which produces red wines. Particularly famous thanks to Sancerre, Sauvignon Blanc is cultivated as far as New Zealand, where it produces great wines whose reputation is well established.

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