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Seifried Nelson Grüner Veltliner 2019
Fresh tropical fruit, lush pear drops and a hint of white pepper for seasoning make this bright and expressive grüner …
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Jean Josselin Cuvée Des Jean NV
top 5
HOW WONDERFUL to see an independent-grower maison de champagne take the top spot for 2020. It’s a true reflection of …
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Drappier Carte D’Or Brut NV
An opaque-yellow colour in the glass with a fine bead. Ripe citrus lemon, subtle spice and brioche characters present on …
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H Lanvin & Fils Brut NV
A rich opulent Champagne example with lovely length and plenty of creaminess. An unashamedly upfront wine with a broad and …
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Beaumet Brut NV
top 5
A consistently high-achieving Champagne. The elegant, persistent bead and supple mousse matches beautifully with the fine aromas of white florals …
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Hunter’s MiruMiru NV (Marlborough)
MiruMiru means ‘bubbles’ in M?ori and it’s aptly named, as in the glass the bead is vibrant, persistent and welcoming. …
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Deutz Marlborough Prestige Cuvée 2017
A bright, straw colour in the glass with a smart, refined bead underpin the toasty and beguiling flinty aromas on …
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Daniel Le Brun Brut NV (Marlborough)
With an assemblage of 39% pinot noir and 61% chardonnay, the commitment to consistent quality is obvious in the glass …
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Wairau River Chardonnay 2019 (Marlborough)
Fresh and vibrant with a viscosity that helps this fruit-driven style to be able stand its ground with head held …
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Villa Maria Platinum Selection Hawke’s Bay Sur Lie Chardonnay 2018
Grapefruit pith, peach and struck match all show up on the nose and provide perfect alignment with the butterscotch and …
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Best Buys for NZ Sauvignon Blanc
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Ant Moore Signature Series Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2013
“Very appealing in a lighter vein – it has generosity without sweetness,” said John Belsham of this wine. Spicy and …
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Dusky Sounds Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2014
Don’t be fooled by the restrained aromatics – there’s plenty of excitement in the mouth. Leaning towards the greener end …
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Mount Brown Estates Waipara Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2014
Canterbury is represented by this bold, sharply priced wine. It is well endowed with flinty complexity, while zesty green fruit …
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Ribbonwood Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2014
This new release from Marlborough offers great value for money. Elegant fresh herb notes lead from the first sniff, with …
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Russian Jack Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2014
Before he was a wine, Russian Jack was an amiable Wairarapa swagman from years gone by (although to be honest …
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The Sisters Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2013
“This is a great modern style – but it must have food!” said Cameron Douglas, referring to the wine’s savoury, …
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Thornbury Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2014
Thornbury winemaker Simon Fell does great work with fruit sourced from around the country, as evinced by this enticing expression. …
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Toi Toi Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2014
top 10
Admired for the virtuosity behind its winemaking and its long, harmonious finish, this wine won over the panel from the …
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Tuatara Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2014
This label regularly rates highly in Cuisine tastings. This version is typically fresh and fragrant, shimmying across the palate with …
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Waimea Nelson Sauvignon Blanc 2014
top 10
Aromatically lively (passionfruit notes tempered with a little flintiness), this Nelson wine is totally seductive. Green herbal and yellow Mirabelle …
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Wairau River Sauvignon Blanc 2014
“Only from Marlborough!” this wine hollers. The scents are all nettles and green herbs, while in the mouth spicy red …
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