NV Kumeu River Cremant

94 pts
Kumeu River |Auckland |White Field Blend
Refreshingly dry sparkling made in the traditional Champagne method from a New Zealand’s iconic Kumeu River

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Description

Kumeu River’s Crémant is the kind of sparkling that doesn’t need a special occasion - though it certainly holds up when there is one. Made méthode traditionnelle from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grown in their home vineyards just outside Auckland, it’s a low-pressure, quietly classy fizz that feels utterly effortless in the glass.

This isn’t trying to be Champagne, and that’s part of its charm. It’s fresh and gently savoury, with just enough leesy complexity to keep it interesting. A soft bead, bright orchard fruit, and a dry, clean finish make it ideal as a warm-up act - or just to sip on a sunny afternoon with some salty snacks.

No fluff, no pretence - just a really good local sparkling made with care by one of New Zealand’s most consistent wine families.

94 Points - “Made from 60% chardonnay, 40% pinot noir with three years en tirage. Fresh, bright méthode in a bone-dry style with citrus, ginger, and baguette crust supported by steely, mouth-watering acidity.”- Bob Campbell (The Real Review)

92 Points - "Aromas of pear pie, pie crust, and delicate peaches. Very fine texture with a silky mouthfeel. Medium body. Delicious finish. Dry. Three and a half years on the yeast. 5 grams dosage. 60% chardonnay and 40% pinot noir. Drink now." - James Suckling

The Kumeu River Kumeu Crémant is a delicious dry sparkling that has impressed all that have tasted the wine. As the saying goes, there should always be a bottle of bubbles in the fridge for a special occasion ...sometimes that special occasion is that you have a bottle of bubbles in the fridge!

Region: Kumeu River, New Zealand
Blend: Chardonnay (60%), Pinot Noir (40%)
ABV: 13.50%
Closure: 750ml
Bottle Size:
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Price Bracket $51 to $100
Type Sparkling
Body Medium Bodied
Variety White Field Blend
Country New Zealand
Region Auckland
Feature Iconic
Reviewed By The Real Review
James Suckling
Critic Score 94
92
Alcohol 13%
Size 750ml
Closure Cork

Kumeu River

Like so many new world wineries, Kumeu River, is an immigrant success story, hard work, and growth from generation to generation.

The Brajkovich family’s story has grown in parallel to the growth of the New Zealand wine industry in general, established the Kumeu region north of Auckland.

3rd generation winemaker Michael Brajkovich ( New Zealand’s first MW) spent a vintage in Burgundy in the early 1980’ that changed the wineries trajectory and led them to place a singular focus on producing world class Chardonnay.

This change saw them rename the winery Kumeu River (from San Marino Vineyards) and evolve to a more Burgundian style of winemaking. Since these changes, the wines of Kumeu river have been recognised as belonging to the pantheon of Chardonnay on a global scale.

The Vineyards of Kumeu River Kumeu River

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