Brewed with predominantly Riwaka hops from Nelson, and supported by a couple of American hop stars; Amarillo and Citra, plus a handful of specialty malts from Gladfield Malt on Canterbury plains, NZ.
With its savoury, earthy nose, this is a succulent, supple expression of the indigenous Negroamaro grape, boasting spicy red fruits and ripe tannins.
Weighed down only by the plethora of awards it has gathered over the years, shes one of NZs best. It has a touch of mineral in amongst the punchy gooseberry and passionfruit groves.
A floral nose of lime, peach and ginger marmalade. On the palate it is rich and smooth with lingering fruity flavours of peach and a hint of cinnamon spice.
A low alcohol style - made to be lower in alcohol (25% less) and calories (22% less) than a standard dry white wine.
Assertive tropical meets citrus meets herbaceous characters abound, the fleshy full-palate fills your mouth, and a mineral note delivers complexity.
Intense, tropical, the Raptor is packed with grassy, mineral-tinged aromas and rich flavours, the sum considerably more than its component parts.
Fragrant peach and apple aromatics, deliciously weighty yet taut and tart. A hint of sweetness rounds it all off.
A nose of sweet passionfruit and the herbaceous characters associated with a good Sauvignon. The palate delivers copious ripe fruit, showing notes of passionfruit and white currant.
A sustainably grown Marlborough Pinot Gris, pale with golden touches in colour, with delicate aromas of rockmelon, green tea and lime that yield to additional layers of pear and Turkish delight.
A sexy Sauvignon, the arrow-like precision of tinned asparagus intensity going straight for the heart of your senses. A little gunflint crawling around the edges á la the Loire.
Jean-François Bordet is the 13th generation in the family business. His entry level wine is vibrant and richly flavoured, boasting a refined palate of crisp flavours and fresh, tingling mineral notes.
This intensely aromatic, barrel fermented Sauvignon shows its tropical characters along with some subtle herbaceous notes
Deliciously refreshing and multi-layered, with notes of stonefruit, apple, herbs and almond on the nose and palate, and a finish thats suitably long and crisp.
Light, dry, elegantly styled Chardonnay from 3rd-generation Italian imports De Bortoli, with a fine nose of citrus and florals and a gently textural palate of savoury and chalky characters nuanced by
A wonderful mixture of smoke, spice, stonefruit and citrus flavours; the rich textures fill the mouth, then the vibrant acidity comes through, leading onto a long, dry finish.
Fruit from the Hungry Hill Vineyard in Marlboroughs Ure Valley was matured in French oak. Stonefruit and citrus characters, spicy oak, a creamy textural mouthfeel and an elegant lime-and-mineral fini
Matua have produced another exceptional Sauv to add to their range. Overflowing with bright tropical notes, a crisp acidity and concentrated mineratity on the palate.
A wonderfully aromatic wine with generous tropical fruit and apple characters enlivened by herbal and mineral notes. Fresh and crisp, with an elegant, textural mouthfeel.
With its savoury, earthy nose, this is a succulent, supple expression of the indigenous Negroamaro grape, boasting spicy red fruits and ripe tannins.
It's a complex and rounded wine; tropical, lovely and luscious with a lovely creamy core, cleaned up by some vibrant acidity. You can most definitely enjoy this wine now.
Lifted notes of white peach, mandarin blossom and honey suckle are supported by rich lees characters on the nose. Vibrant acidity lend a long and complex finish to this wine.
Softer, plumper than most, its generous and opulent, showing some healthy girth restrained by tight reins of acid.
Notes of passionfruit, guava and lime, toasted almonds and brioche. The palate is lifted by hints of honeysuckle, nectarine and grapefruit. Refreshing, fruity, complex and elegant.
Complex aromas of white peach and nectarine are delicately underpinned by notes of blackcurrant and dried herbs. Deliciously soft in texture, the flavours are enhanced by extended maturation "Sur lie"
A sustainably grown Marlborough Pinot Gris, pale with golden touches in colour, with delicate aromas of rockmelon, green tea and lime that yield to additional layers of pear and Turkish delight.
A sustainably grown Marlborough Pinot Gris, pale with golden touches in colour, with delicate aromas of rockmelon, green tea and lime that yield to additional layers of pear and Turkish delight.
Some complexity lies beneath the punchy Marlborough exterior. Ripe Wairau Valley fruit, a touch of fermenta-tion on the skins and a quick tour inside oak and acacia barrels has added layers of flavour and texture.
Made without the addition of sulphur, this is a cooler climate style of Syrah, and not your stereotypical Chilean Syrah.
An exotic nose and a stony mineral edge, fine linear acidity lending length and focus to the pink grapefruit juiciness of the palate.
A tribute to the classic Zephyr MKIII, of course. Whole bunch pressed, ancient oak barrels, feral ferment, no stirring, no sulphur. Complex fennel and melon flavours are accompanied by keen acid.
This elegant and invigorating Chardonnay displays creamy citrus flavours augmented with nuances of florals, hazelnut and oak. A balancing mineral note and nicely textural palate add finishing touches.
Hand-picked, whole bunch pressed to barrel, wild fermentation. Marlborough Chardonnay, flint, funk and line; a coiled spring with richness and freaky talent. Our first Chardonnay out of the stable.
Flint, funk and lime; a coiled spring with richness and freaky talent.
With its savoury, earthy nose, this is a succulent, supple expression of the indigenous Negroamaro grape, boasting spicy red fruits and ripe tannins.
With its savoury, earthy nose, this is a succulent, supple expression of the indigenous Negroamaro grape, boasting spicy red fruits and ripe tannins.
Nelson Chardonnay at its best. Opulent peach and nectarine characters grace the ripely resonating palate, nuanced with well judged oak and offset by a bright, lively acidity. Sweetly elegant.
No oak just pure essence of Chardonnay. Bright, lively fruit pairs with piercing acidity in a precise and definitive Chablisean expression, replete with mineral-infused notes of citrus and chalk.
Against the backdrop of a solid vintage, some exceptional parcels of fruit from selected blocks make up this outstanding wine. Finesse? This is how its done.
Elegantly restrained Sauvignon Blanc displaying the dry and flinty minerality one finds in the better French expressions, complemented by a vibrant citrus-edged finish. A masterful expression.
Single vineyard Chardonnay with a bright nose of apple and peach nuanced with notes of riverstone and oak. Opulently generous stonefruit flavours are edged with a citrus-like acidity and a dry finish.
Superb Chardonnay displaying crème brûlée characters, notes of butterscotch, vanilla and caramelised fig. A refreshing lemon finish and brilliant acidity provide the balance and definition.
Rich and textural in the mouth, the wine has a fresh acidity off setting the toasty oak which all contributes to a generous yet elegant style Chardonnay.
16/20 | Jancis Robinson "Mid gold. Sweet and full and rich. Only just enough acid! More than a hint of golden syrup."
16/20 Jancis Robinson "Mineral and a touch smoky. Brisk and zesty but with a hint of bitterness on the finish. Savoury aftertaste and quite grippy on the finish. Density is quite good but its rather hard work."
91/100 Vinous "Light gold. A highly expressive bouquet presents fresh orchard and pit fruits, white flowers and honey, with a bright ginger overtone. Juicy and precise, its sappy pear and nectarine flavors becoming spicier with air. Closes on a floral note, with very good, tangy cut."
90/100 Vinous "Pale gold. Cool, precise aromas of pear, Meyer lemon and violet. At once deep and vibrant, with penetrating acidity infusing the citrus and orchard flavors with good energy. Palate-staining Condrieu with lively, mounting, dusty minerality and a lingering impression of white flowers."
This benchmark wine redrew the global Sauvignon Blanc map and rearranged a few boundaries in the world's vinous atlas. Intense, fragrant and superbly varietal, it fully justifies its pedigree status.
90/100 Vinous "Light gold. Ripe nectarine and tangerine aromas are deepened by subtle floral and smoky lees notes. Fleshy pit fruit flavors are gently firmed by soft acidity, gaining weight and richness on the finish. According to Rostaing, there's a touch more residual sugar in this wine than usual, which makes it 'ideal to serve with asparagus, maybe even artichokes, and especially charcuterie'."
92/100 Vinous "Light yellow. Intensely perfumed scents of lime, lemongrass, ginger and yellow rose. Racy, finely etched citrus and floral flavors are complemented by deeper notes of anise pastille and honey. A strong mineral quality adds spine and extends through the long, spicy, penetrating finish. This will be even better with a bit of bottle age, which will add flesh and depth."
