Before he was a wine, Russian Jack was an amiable Wairarapa swagman from years gone by (although to be honest …

Lemon and lime citrus combine on the nose along with aromas of crisp green apple, gooseberry and lemongrass present with …

In wine, the ‘Halo’ effect is all about drinkability. The latest pinot from this popular range is brimming with dense, …

This youthful wine is fleshy with genuine presence and an elegant simplicity. The palate is generous and warm, expressing  stone …

Sweet peas, flint and citrus florals provide freshness in the wine. There is however an underlying creaminess to provide texture …

A rich and warm style with some vibrant alpine-herbal notes supported by plum, cherry and exotic spices. The structure is juicy yet with …

“This is a delicious, beautifully made young riesling,” said John Belsham. A creamy flow of golden syrup, peach and marmalade …

Lifted orange blossom aromatics set the tone for this Gimblett Gravels-grown wine. Its riffs are all at the treble end …

Saint Clair’s foray into Hawke’s Bay has been paying off, as this splendid viognier attests. Stonefruit, lavender and ginger notes …

A ripe example with violet tones and flavours of damson plum, black currants, toasty oak, and brown spices. Richly complex …

Youthful appearance in the glass with aromas of nectarines and just a hint of butterscotch. The palate is energetic and …

A medium colour in the glass with high- toned fruit on the nose; lifted citrus (both lemon and yellow grapefruit) …

Deeply coloured with a bold youthful presence, aromas of dark dense black fruits brood on the nose amid complex sulphides …

Bright, yet deeply coloured with cherries, red fruits and reduction on the nose. The palate is abundant with sweet fruit …

This excellent value wine from the team at Saint Clair is a lighter style pinot. Fragrant, with red and dark …

Approachable and bright, this is a delightful pinot from the talented team at Saint Clair.  Red cherry and blood orange …

Perfumed with lovely red and pink florals you are immediately drawn to this youthful example. The core is delicate with …

Generous and spicy with opulent, exotic fruit and beautiful weight. Flavours of nutmeg with red fruits and a hint of soft autumn leaves are …

Vibrant with red floral and ripe herbal notes Judiciously oaked with dark red berry and plum flavours. A generous wine …

A youthful wine full of zeal with dense black fruit, cassis and a dash of dried herb on the nose. …

Fragrant chalky-red cherry and herbal green notes aligned with some positive corruption on the nose provide intrigue as an introduction …

Light red fruit shines through on the nose alongside a dried herb character that provides intrigue. The palate is lively, …

Bright in colour and in aroma this wine announces itself with its generous personality. Ripe and fresh with stone fruits …

This highly regarded winery’s pinots are becoming more distinguished by the vintage. Intense floral aromatics and a rich, creamy – …

Plump and warm with an attractive and youthful texture. The plum blossom and dark cherry aromas are wonderfully supported with …

A rich and fully flavoured toasty style filled with flavours of blackcurrants, dried herbs and juniper berries. The palate has …

Warm aromas of freshly roasted nuts lead into a layered and fleshy palate of dark fruits with seasoned oak notes. …

An elegant wine with gentle floral and thyme aromatics that open out to pristine fruit on a delicate background. Beautifully …

Fresh snow-pea aromas on the nose showcasing a ripe green spectrum alongside bright mineral liveliness. Great acid drive through the …

The vicar has chosen well (again), but should be told to put this one aside for a year or two, …

“Beautiful and classic,” noted Dan Dineen. This wine’s varietal purity strikes you from the first sniff; sweet florals with hints …

This smartly priced wine is dry and carries a lighter frame than most of the other top place getters. Dried …

This attractive wine is anchored by a solid core of fruit, a small amount of which was fermented in oak barrels. …

Another label that is a perennial overachiever. This latest Vicar’s Choice is a sassy, bright expression. Berryfruit and red apple …

Now part of the New Zealand component of American Bill Foley’s wine empire, the Sanctuary label is ever-reliable and sharply …

A crowd-pleaser, on several levels. The price will appeal and the crisp, juicy, citrusy style will win plaudits from pinot gris …

A label with a great track record produces another elegant wine. Dabs of quince, mandarin, pear and stonefruit all shine …

Margaret River is often thought of as cabernet country, but the region’s delicious, modern shiraz is a winner too. Sandalford’s …

This aptly named example is both graceful and saving in that it overdelivers on both elegance and price. We enjoyed …

Vibrant and focussed with great intensity with a musky nose of fresh pineapple and citrus. A wine that treads very …