Walnut Block

Organic family wines and luxury vineyard accommodation in Marlborough New Zealand THE HISTORY – WHAT'S IN A NAME?

Towering above the vineyard, Marlborough’s oldest walnut tree from which Walnut Block takes its name, stands in the middle of the Sauvignon Blanc vines. Over 100 years old, the tree provides a special historical focal point for the vineyard. WELL ESTABLISHED FAMILY VINEYARD

The Sowman family first planted the vineyard in 1996 in Marlborough’s premium Rapaura sub region. By owning the land and car

04/06/2025

Champion Sauvignon Blanc! Our 2024 Walnut Block Nutcracker wins at the

22/03/2024

Hand-harvesting our organic Nutcracker Sauvignon Blanc from the Walnut Block V24

16/03/2023

No one says it better than our guests…We love sharing our piece of paradise with you 💚

10/12/2022

When a legendary band rocks your wine label the only polite thing to do is personally deliver some wine! Thanks we had a blast ❤️

10/09/2022

Handpicked from their oldest vines, Walnut Block Nutcracker Sauvignon Blanc is a limited release worthy of searching out.
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The 2021 vintage displays delicacy and finesse while capturing the intense characters that Marlborough is famous for, thanks in part to being 30% wild fermented in old barrels. Extended yeast lees contact also adds weight and richness to the Nutcracker's generous palate.⁠
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You don't have to take our word for it though - here are a couple glowing ratings:⁠
Bob Campbell MW & The Real Review - 95pts⁠
Michael Cooper & Winestate Magazine - 98pts