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Welcome to Obsidian
We invite you to explore our Island of Wine and enjoy the wines from Obsidian Vineyard
Obsidian Vineyard nestles in the coastal hills of the Onetangi viticultural area on the northern coast of Waiheke Island. The flagship wine, simply labeled
The Obsidian, is the blend of the very best Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec.
The
Weeping Sands label is made with the same meticulous care and attention as Obsidian, but for earlier drinking. All wines are from the single Waiheke Island vineyard except the Obsidian, Chardonnay which is sourced from a small family vineyard block on Waiheke Island overlooking the Tamaki Straight.
The Obsidian vineyard was established in 1993 with the specific objective of producing a great Bordeaux-style red however since that time new varieties have been introduced and Obsidian now has eight varietal wines. New wines to its portfolio include Syrah, Viognier, Chardonnay, Rose and Montepulciano.
Recent Reviews
Weeping Sands Montepulciano 2008 -
GOLD MEDAL, NZ International Wine Show, Sept 2009
The Obsidian 2007(5 Stars) 95 points "Texture is what Waiheke reds do well and this is one of the best I've experienced. It has a rich and silken texture that's totally seductive. The flavours are a medley of red and black berries, classy oak and Oriental spices. Very impressive indeed."
Bob Campbell MW,
Wine Gourmet Traveller, Nov 2009
Weeping Sands Montepulciano 2008 * * * * * (5 Stars) " Powerful, authoritative red from Obsidian, based on a classic variety of central Italy. Dense and complex, with bold, ripe flavours of plums and spices and firm tannins. Buy now and drink over the next decade."
Michael Cooper,
Listener Magazine, 11 July 2009
Weeping Sands Cab/Merlot 2006 is singled out as fine value! In a recent issue of the Listener magazine (Feb 7-13, 2009) Michael Cooper, one of New Zealand's most respected wine writers, has written an article about Waiheke Island wines entitled "Kiwi Utopia...WaihekeIsland lives up to its hype - and its prices" From Obsidian Vineyard, Michael selected the Weeping Sands Cab/Merlot 2006 as Wine of the Week! Quoting from Michael Cooper....
"For a taste of Waiheke, try Weeping Sands Cab/Merlot
(* * * * 4 stars). The second label of Obsidian, it's a deeply coloured, age-worthy red with firm blackcurrent/spice flavours and savoury, earthy notes adding complexity. By the island's standards, it is fine value."
Listener Magazine (Feb 7-13, 2009)
Lindsay Spilman
Director
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