Some will find Drappier’s house style a little old-fashioned; others will love its powerful, creamy style. Instead of “pretty” youthful …
→ moreA smooth, easy Champagne that marries biscuity notes to apple and citrus fruit in a nose that’s fairly straightforward. There …
→ moreA smooth and complete wine, Lanvin NV has apple and red fruit aromas in appetising balance, with a nutty hint …
→ moreTransformed in the 1990s from a lean, mean type of Champagne into something much more friendly by the late Daniel …
→ moreWorld class sweet riesling from the estimable Dr. John Forrest. It has brilliant deep golden colour and delightful aromas of …
→ moreIn France’s Loire Valley chenin blanc makes outstanding botrytised sweet whites. Loveblock’s version suggests New Zealand can do the same. …
→ morePenetrating sauvignon blanc varietal cues are the starting point here, and they are skilfully coupled to botrytised lusciousness and complexity …
→ moreLike ice wine, this was made from riesling juice concentrated by freezing. A spicy, aromatic nose suggests peach syrup, lime …
→ moreSweet lime, lightly herbaceous sauvignon aromas, and a floral touch kick off this cutely named sticky sweet drop. It has …
→ moreA wonderfully opulent nose of juicy aromatics introduces a wine with succulent pear-like fruit and nutmeg spice. Sugar-acid balance is …
→ moreNamed in honour of pioneering Hawke’s Bay winemaker Tom McDonald, this is another wine that offers the highest quality for …
→ moreCraggy Range, nestled under a spectacular range of hills that are, actually… very craggy, is one of the most impressive …
→ moreThe beautifully situated seaside cellars of Esk Valley make an essential pilgrimage for anyone interested in Hawke’s Bay wine. The …
→ moreEasy drinking, middleweight Hawke’s Bay syrah at a good price to enjoy with Cantonese-style beef. It smells of raspberries and …
→ moreEverybody should visit Mission Estate in Hawke’s Bay. No winery in New Zealand shares its unique combination of history, culture, …
→ moreAn inky, young syrah to serve with a hearty daube of lamb. Complex floral, blueberry, boysenberry, anise and vanillin aromas …
→ moreJust how “private” is Villa Maria’s Private Bin? It’s seen everywhere – but in quality terms it’s the equal of …
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