Falconhead Viognier

Now here’s a Marlborough wine that’s been flying high over the past couple of years. And not just ‘cos it’s named after the New Zealand falcon.

This has been a regular winner of Cuisine’s “No.1 Aromatic White” over the past several years and consecutive Gold medal awards at the Royal Easter Wine Show…you’re getting the idea. This has fast become one of NZ’s best value other whites we reckon!

And this latest 2024 has gone and done it again taking out 4 Stars and Best Buy (awarded to wines that offer just that little bit of extra bang for your buck!) in Cuisine magazine’s 2025 tasting of Other Whites.

The Falconhead is the endangered NZ bird of prey, star of the $20 bill and occasional visitor to the vineyard! It’s produced by the crew that formerly owned Morton Estate. You might catch the odd one flying around their vineyards or stopping for a bite to eat at one of their vineyard feeding stations. After all, not only does the falcon look mighty impressive at up to 200 kilometres per hour, it also plays a key role in pest control for the vineyard!

If you’re new to Viognier (vee-on-yay) what a way to start. A deliciously soft, rich and full bodied style white full of creamy apricot and peach flavours. This is fast proving to be one of NZ’s best bargain buy whites at a quaffer price! Drink now to 2029.