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the writer's block

fine wines from central otago
Established in 2009, The Writer’s Block is a very personal wine venture; the ambition of winemaker Brendan Seal to make tiny volumes of single vineyard wines from unique vineyard sites in Central Otago, New Zealand. They are small batch wines that range across varieties, vineyards, styles and winemaking techniques and are not made every year.

All 2018 Writer's Block small batch wines now sold out!

Sorry all gone, although I have kept a few cases back for our open day events at the winery so you'll still be able to purchase a glass if you join us on these occasions.
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The Writer's Block
​Pinot Gris 2018


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Dry, full-bodied, aromatic and a brilliant match with food. A style of Gris that I've loved since working in Alsace.
The Writer's Block
​Riesling 2018

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Riesling is one of the world's greatest wine varieties and don't believe anyone who says otherwise. Off-dry and delicious all on its own.
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Previous vintages...

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Bendigo Pinot Noir 2013
​-SOLD OUT

The benchmark. The Writer's Block started with a Single Vineyard Pinot Noir back in 2009 and this continues to be my main focus. Distinctive, age-worthy and only released in exceptional years. 65 cases produced.
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Last Chance Chardonnay 2014
​-SOLD OUT

Each wine in The Writer's Block portfolio must have a story and this is an especially good one. Only 55 cases produced. A final collaborative winemaking project with Northburn Station. 
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Gewurztraminer 2013
-SOLD OUT

A labour of love, a favourite at tastings and a one-off... (so far). Inspired by my time in Alsace. Rich, sweet, delicious and perfect with soft white cheese.
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URBN VINO DUNEDIN is at the Otago Farmers Market every Saturday morning, 8am-12.30pm at the Dunedin Railway Station.
Winery tours and tastings are Wednesday through Saturday at 5.45pm strictly by prior booking.
​Group tours and tastings are available by appointment at other times.
The Terminus Building, 42 Queens Gardens, Dunedin Central 9016.
URBN VINO PINOT NOIR is also available at Ombrellos Bar and Kitchen, Distinction Hotel and Emerson's Brewery in Dunedin, and Lido in Wellington.
Liquor License details: Rockfall Wines Limited, 069/OFF/32/2019 expires 18th March 2020.
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  • About
  • TOURS & TASTINGS
  • NEWS
  • get involved
  • Winemaker
  • SHOP -URBN VINO PINOT NOIR
  • SHOP -the writer's block wines
  • SHOP -BRISTOL FARM
  • Crowdfunding URBN VINO
  • Contact
  • Links
  • Harvest Gallery 2016
  • Harvest Gallery 2018
  • Merchandise