Winemaker John Belsham celebrates 25 years of Foxes Island

With the start of Vintage 2016, John Belsham, Founder and Winemaker of Foxes Island Wines, marked his 40th year in winemaking and 25 years of producing premium single vineyard wines under his own label.

Foxes Island was recently named by Wine & Spirits Magazine in the United States as producing the ‘Year’s Best, New World Sauvignon Blanc’ whilst all of the wines have earned 90 Plus Points by significant international critics; an achievement in itself.

Recognised for cellar aging its wines prior to release, Foxes Island has recently announced the new release of the Icon, Le Renard Pinot Noir 2011 and will host a series of exclusive tastings and events in May and June to mark the occasion.

Foxes Island has the only winery tasting room in Auckland, centrally located in Ponsonby. Open Monday to Saturday for retail sales and tasting.

Offering more intimate wine experiences, private tastings with John Belsham are now being offered at the Tasting Room on a limited basis.

The Tasting Room is available to hire for private events and corporate functions. Please enquire for availability:

FOXES ISLAND, 15c Williamson Avenue, T: 09 378 1369, www.foxes-island.co.nz