Fresh tropical fruit, lush pear drops and a hint of white pepper for seasoning make this bright and expressive grüner …
→ moreHOW WONDERFUL to see an independent-grower maison de champagne take the top spot for 2020. It’s a true reflection of …
→ moreAn opaque-yellow colour in the glass with a fine bead. Ripe citrus lemon, subtle spice and brioche characters present on …
→ moreA rich opulent Champagne example with lovely length and plenty of creaminess. An unashamedly upfront wine with a broad and …
→ moreA consistently high-achieving Champagne. The elegant, persistent bead and supple mousse matches beautifully with the fine aromas of white florals …
→ moreMiruMiru means ‘bubbles’ in M?ori and it’s aptly named, as in the glass the bead is vibrant, persistent and welcoming. …
→ moreA bright, straw colour in the glass with a smart, refined bead underpin the toasty and beguiling flinty aromas on …
→ moreWith an assemblage of 39% pinot noir and 61% chardonnay, the commitment to consistent quality is obvious in the glass …
→ moreFresh and vibrant with a viscosity that helps this fruit-driven style to be able stand its ground with head held …
→ moreGrapefruit pith, peach and struck match all show up on the nose and provide perfect alignment with the butterscotch and …
→ moreThe Church Road team’s affinity for chardonnay often results in great bargains like this. It’s a charming wine in a …
→ moreAnother wine that delivers big on the price-quality ratio. The nose is focussed with a white pepper note and a …
→ moreAndrew Parkinson was taken with this wine’s “chablisien” qualities. It crackles with verve and energy, a swift flow of pure …
→ moreBeguiling scents – apple strudel, citrus and a hint of caramel – lead the way. In the mouth it is equally rewarding, especially …
→ moreThis wine leans more toward the “trad” camp. Stonefruit, melon and grain flavours emerge, with a light dusting of oak. It is …
→ moreGrown using six clones of chardonnay, this wine triggered a lot of panel discussion. A flinty, smoky layer hangs over …
→ moreOnce again, you have to hand it to the Villa Maria Cellar Selection label. This chardonnay delivers a lot of complexity for …
→ moreVery different in style from its Hawke’s Bay cousin of the same vintage, this wine’s cooler origins come through in …
→ moreLifted, fresh aromas akin to dill and honeydew melon provide a modest intro. In the mouth the wine grows considerably, …
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