Bartul Soljan planted the first Soljan vineyard in New Zealand in 1932 leaving a legacy that has been carried on by his son Frank and then grandson and current owner, Tony Soljan. Today, Soljans represents three generations of winemaking with over 70 years experience.
By skillfully marrying traditional with modern techniques, we produce stylish, richly flavored wines. Most of the white wines are cool-fermented in stainless steel tanks to preserve their very delicate aromas and flavors. To enhance their complexity and richness, our chardonnays are fermented and matured in oak barriques and the red wines are also barrel-aged.

Soljans Estate Barrique Reserve Pinot Noir
Region: Marlborough
Wine Maker: Aaron Bilcich
Type: Delicate, medium bodied, dry red wine.
Tasting Notes: This Marlborough Pinot Noir has a brilliant, bright red color with an aroma reminiscent of red cherries and savoury mushrooms. It displays delectable, black doris plums and its long and complex palate finishes with a velvety grip of ripe tannins.
Winemakers Notes: The Barrique Reserve Pinot Noir was fermented in a number of open top fermenters which were hand plunged 3-4 times a day. The different clones 667, 115 and 10/5 were kept separate. After the completion of fermentation the wine went into new and seasoned French Oak barriques.
Food Match: Perfect with lamb dishes, mushrooms or even grilled salmon.
Cellaring: Ready now or cellar up to 8 years.

 
Soljans Estate Two Daughters Rosé
Region: Gisborne
Wine Maker: Aaron Bilcich
Tasting Notes: A stunning pink colour with fresh cherry and strawberry flavors. The perfect summer sips. The fresh, taste gives life to the cherry and strawberry flavors which abound, as a consequence of the blend of ripe aromatic grape varieties used. Ready to drink now and ideal during the summer months.
Winemakers Notes: The long, cool fermentation has enhanced the delicate rose petal aromas of this wine.
Food Match: Great with summer salads, tapas or lightly spiced dishes.
Cellaring: Ready now or cellar up to 3 years. 

 
Soljans Estate Marlborough Riesling
Region: Marlborough
Wine Maker: Aaron Bilcich
Type: Medium bodied, still, medium sweet white wine.
Tasting Notes: This wine displays an intense aroma of white florals, lemon rind and wet stone with some nice, developed Terpene notes. Lemon and limes dazzle your palate as the taut backbone of acidity holds everything in balance.
Winemakers Notes: The grapes were picked and pressed in the early hours of a cool Marlborough morning before being transported to our Auckland winery for fermentation. A long, cool ferment over 21 days ensured that the bright lemon/lime fruit aromas were retained. A number of different yeast strains were used to create layers of complexity.
Food Match: Riesling is a versatile food wine and as such can enhance the spectrum of flavors from sweet and sour to salty and spicy.
Cellaring: Made to cellar for up to 5 years.  

 
Soljans Estate Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough
Wine Maker: Aaron Bilcich
Type: Medium bodied, still, dry white wine.
Tasting Notes: The aromas of passionfruit and gooseberries leap out of the glass. This mouth filling wine packs plenty of punch with ripe tropical fruit flavors kept in check by a brace of succulent limes.
Winemakers Notes: The grapes were grown in the Southern Valleys of Marlborough and were harvested under clear skies in the early hours of a crisp April morning. After gently press, the juice was transported to our Kumeu Winery. A number of small fermentations with selected yeasts have created an intensely fresh and aromatic Sauvignon Blanc which displays classic Marlborough flavors.
Food Match: This delicate Sauvignon Blanc is perfect as an aperitif or served with fresh summer salads or your favorite seafood.
Cellaring: Made to cellar for up to 5 years.

 
Soljans Estate Fusion Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough
Wine Maker: Aaron Bilcich
Type: Sparkling, medium dry white wine.
Tasting Notes: Gooseberry, tropical melon and citrus aromas literally leap out of the glass, carried by the delicately sparkling bubbles. The palate of lusciously ripe tropical fruit is balanced by an underlying crisp fresh finish.
Winemakers Notes: Made from juicy Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc grapes, the juice was fermented over a number of weeks at cool temperatures to retain the bright aromas. A number of different yeast strains were used to enhance complexity and maximize the fresh and fruity flavors.
Food Match: This sparkling Sauvignon Blanc is perfect as an aperitif, with hor dóeuvres, served with fresh summer salads or with your favorite shellfish.
Cellaring: Best while fresh and young although will cellar for up to two years.