The Seifried family have been pouring heart and soul into every bottle since 1973, when Hermann and Agnes grafted, planted and tended the first grapes in the Nelson region, raising their three children amongst the vines.
Today, they remain a family estate winery. They grow it. They harvest it. They make it. And they take meticulous care with each step, from soil to bottle, for the love of family and good wine.
As their business flourished, the Seifried family also grew. The Seifried children were often found sleeping beneath the vines as Hermann and Agnes worked. Heidi, Chris and Anna developed a deep connection to the vineyard from a young age. Today, all three children play integral roles in the family business, their early vineyard experiences sparking a lifelong passion.
“Every bottle we craft captures the unique terroir of this sun-soaked land; gentle coastlines fed by stony rivers, and rolling hills swelling to rugged mountains.”
THE VINEYARDS
Tucked alongside the gentle coastlines of Tasman Bay, framed by rolling hills and rugged mountains, the Seifried vineyard estate continued to grow, with further vineyards being planted. The Nelson region’s temperate coastal climate and unique terroir producing wines with intense varietal characters, bright aromas and well balanced natural acidity.
For the Seifrieds, crafting world-class wines goes hand in hand with protecting the environment, their community, and this little slice of New Zealand paradise for future generations. All ten of their vineyards and winery have Sustainable Accreditation and everything they grow and make is 100% sustainably produced.
Today the Seifried family estate encompasses 330 hectares of vineyards, a cellar door, winery, and the Harvest Kitchen restaurant and venue. Drawing on a deep well of family knowledge and care for our craft, we produce a range of wines with true varietal character. From lovable New Zealand classics to unexpected aromatics – at Seifried you will find remarkable wines for every moment.
VISIT THE CELLAR DOOR
Experience the best of Nelson at their Cellar Door, where you’ll be guided through a carefully curated selection of wines, including both current releases and cellar gems. Or bask in the afternoon sun amongst the vines at Harvest Kitchen and discover their modern and fresh menu that highlights the best of local and seasonal produce.
THE WINES
SEIFRIED – The Seifried label represents their premium estate wines, crafted from fruit grown on well-established vines, typically over eight years old. The Seifried wines are skillfully blended from grapes cultivated across multiple estate vineyards, resulting in wines renowned for their exceptional depth and complexity.
THE WINEMAKERS COLLECTION – A select range that Seifried deems to be the pinnacle of each vintage. When their winemakers identify something truly exceptional, they earmark small batches for this label, resulting in varietals and quantities that vary annually.
AOTEA – Aotea embodies Seifried’s absolute finest. Sourced from single vineyard Estate-grown vines, these wines are a testament to passion and dedication. Each sip captures not just the varietal character, but also a rich tapestry of texture, depth, and finesse – a genuine celebration of the artistry and soul behind every bottle.
OLD COACH ROAD – Old Coach Road wines are beautifully expressive of their growing region. Crafted for effortless enjoyment, these wines are perfect for all occasions and cuisines. Best enjoyed young, they boast a vibrant character, with abundant fruit concentration and focus.
RABBIT ISLAND – Classic varietals made as they love to drink them. These easy-drinking wines reflect the rich soils and abundant sunshine in which they are grown. Bursting with juicy, fruit-driven flavours, these wines make a perfect addition to any gathering.
White varieties produced include: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Grüner Veltliner & Würzer, some are barrel fermented, some are sticky dessert wines. Red varieties include Pinot Noir, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc & Zweigelt & red blends. So there is something for everyone at every level & budget.
JB reviews three wines from Seifried.
Seifried Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Clear & bright lemon-gold in colour, medium bodied wine. Gorgeous tropical fruit-driven nose, passion-fruit, gooseberry & a savoury crushed green herb note too. Nicely weighted, fleshy palate, juicy & fruity with flavours of ripe passion-fruit, gooseberry, melon, fresh pineapple & lemon citrus to boot. A zesty acidity & lush concentrated slightly grippy mouthfeel on the long finish. This vintage has won several Gold & Silver Medals already – it shows! Incredible value at just RRP: $20.00 Excellent.
Seifried Estate ‘Old Coach Road’ Riesling 2024
Shiny, light straw in colour with pale lemon & green hues, medium viscosity / legs. A lovely fragrant nose delivers lemon, tangelo, mandarin aromas, then hints of green apple & sweet honey notes. Lots of luscious citrus flavours on the palate, a crunchy acidity & apple skin textures are nicely balanced with a lick of sweet honey on the finish, 13% abv adding warmth. Beautifully structured wine – love to see in a few years as it develops, but drinking beautifully now, it’s delicious and a bargain at just RRP: $16.00
Seifried Estate ‘Aotea’ Methode Traditionelle NV
Mid yellow – gold in colour, fine creamy mousse on pouring, tiny persistent bead / bubbles. In the nose, aromas of ripe stone-fruit & grapefruity citrus, nutty, yeasty, biscuity notes follow. Flavours of peach, nectarine & lemon citrus on the palate, notes of warm bread, toasted nuts & spice too. It certainly is bone dry, a crisp acidity & layers of creamy effervescence & texture providing complexity – Great length, very moreish! 52% Pinot Noir 48% Chardonnay, 4 years bottle age. Gold Medal NZIWS 2024. RRP: $39.00
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