Ninth Island Tasmanian Sparkling Cuvée NV is an unashamedly Tasmanian sparkling wine — delicate yet complex, named after the tiny windswept island that sits alone in Bass Strait just offshore from the Pipers Brook Estate where it is made. Bright and refreshing, with citrus zest, vanilla, and white flowers; lemon curd from the Chardonnay and delicate strawberries from the Pinot Noir on the palate; creamy notes from bottle ageing and the refreshing natural acidity that the Pipers River region is renowned for. Apéritif in style, classic in execution.
Appearance
Bright and luminous with a fine, persistent bead — the fresh, inviting colour of a Tasmanian sparkling wine grown in the pristine, windswept environment of the Pipers River region, with the clarity and precision that cool climate fruit and careful bottle ageing deliver.
Aroma
Fragrant and fresh — citrus zest, vanilla, and white flowers, with the vibrant fruit character that the Tamar Valley and Pipers River region consistently produce. Full of life and immediately inviting, with the delicate complexity that makes Ninth Island Sparkling a wine that seeks to reflect the pristine environment in which it is grown.
Palate
Layered and elegant — lemon curd from the Chardonnay fruit and delicate strawberries from the Pinot Noir, balanced by creamy notes from ageing in bottle and the refreshing natural acidity that the Pipers River region is renowned for. Delicate yet complex, and deeply enjoyable from first sip to last.
Pairs With
Fresh oysters, Tasmanian seafood, soft cheeses, smoked salmon, and delicate canapés — or simply as the perfect apéritif for any occasion that deserves a Tasmanian sparkling wine of genuine distinction. The citrus freshness, creamy texture, and natural acidity make Ninth Island Sparkling a natural and deeply satisfying partner for light cuisine of every kind.
