July 1992
Spencer Block Wines is born
Incorporated as a New Zealand Limited Company
February 2004
First Wine Produced
First Wine Produced in conjunction with Desert Heart. Top quality wines from Felton Road, Bannockburn. Creating award winning wines
October 2010
Second Wines Produced
Second Wines Produced by Rosell Boher in Mendoza, Argentina. Eric Spencer Acquired Rosell Boher because of their vision for producing the best quality wines in Argentina
2012
Desert Heart Wines Stored
Remaining Library stock added to temperature control storage to age
2019
Production of first Malbec
Production of first Malbec in Argentina by Ignacio Martinez. Son of Rosell Boher Winemaker Pepe Martinez. Experienced up and coming young winemaker with a rich family history of winemaking
2020
Spencer Block ‘Reserve’ Pinot Noir 2009
Release of our first label and brand – Many more wines to be released under this label
Spencer Block Wines
Spencer Block Wines is a family-owned business, founded in New Zealand in 2004 on a vision of creating and sharing wines of distinction with those who appreciate a handsome drop just as much as we do. Although the spencer name dates back through centuries of English history, its our most recent story that defines the Spencer Block pedigree.
As wine professionals we have decades of collective experience in wine-making, hospitality, sales and distribution. We have the pleasure of being involved in winery's both in New Zealand and Argentina. We do hope you enjoy our wines
Featured Products
Select from out bestselling wines
Rosell Boher - Grande Cuvée Millésimée - Méthode Traditionnelle
$73.00
Our Family
Eric Spencer
Founder
Michael Spencer
Founder
Product of the Month
Now on Sale
Zolo Signature Rosé 2020
REGION: Las Llamas Estate (Agrelo) and El Jarillal Estate (Alto Agrelo), Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza.
Winery Zolo
Zolo was created in 2003 by of one of Argentina’s leading women in wine, Patricia Ortiz, when she established one of Argentina’s most forward-thinking wineries. Under Patricia’s leadership, Zolo stays true to her vision of creating wines with elegance and identity, reflective of their terroir and respectful to the environment. All Zolo wines are made from estate-grown fruit which have been sustainably farmed. The vineyards are located in the premier region of Luján de Cuyo: Finca Las Llamas in Agrelo and Finca El Jarillal in Alto Agrelo. The winemaking team is led by Fabian Valenzuela and famed winemaker from Petrus Jean Claude Berrouet.
The Zolo classic tier wines are fruit-forward and great value. The Zolo Reserves and Zolo Blacks, with their ultra-high concentration, long aging in new French oak, and aromatic complexity are made for those special occasions when one needs a wine to “blow your hat off.” The man on the Zolo label represents Patricia’s husband, who was left solo in Buenos Aires.
A former Doctor, Patricia is committed to giving back to the community. Patricia also serves as President of Bodegas Argentinas; the first woman to hold this prestigious position.
Tasting Notes
Pale and bright salmon color. There are aromas of red roses accompanied by fresh red fruits such as cherry and plum. On the palate it has a balanced acidity.
Technical Information
Varietals: 100% Malbec
Vineyard Altitude: 3,050 feet and 3,444 feet
Sustainably Farmed: 100%
Harvest Method: By hand
Sorting: Double manual selection
Alcohol: 13.8%
Sustainable Grapes
Our supplier Bodegas Tapiz and Bodegas Zolo have a focus on sustainable winemaking. Picking up a International award of excellence for sustainable winegrowing at the BRIT awards 2017.
Our Suppliers
The highest quality wines sourced from New Zealand and Argentina – A focus on sustainability and good winemaking practices
Come for Wine Tasting
Get in contact for corporate or private wine tastings, hosted by Michael Spencer
32B Hackett St, St Marys Bay
Auckland, 1011
New Zealand
Mon - Fri, 10am - 9pm
Weekends, 11am - 4pm
From Grapes to Wine
It all start with our fresh grapes
Top of the line equipment
Into the best possible wine
Check our Pinot Noir Collection
Starting from 2007 until 2011
Desert Heart 'Spencer Block' Pinot Noir 2009
From $40.00
Desert Heart 'Spencer Block' Pinot Noir 2011
From $40.00
Desert Heart 'Mackenzies Run' Pinot Noir 2009
From $40.00
Desert Heart 'Mackenzies Run' Pinot Noir 2011
From $40.00
Gift Set Spencer Block ‘Reserve’ Pinot Noir 2009
$60.00