Lifted, fresh aromas akin to dill and honeydew melon provide a modest intro. In the mouth the wine grows considerably, …
→ moreVery different in style from its Hawke’s Bay cousin of the same vintage, this wine’s cooler origins come through in …
→ moreOnce again, you have to hand it to the Villa Maria Cellar Selection label. This chardonnay delivers a lot of complexity for …
→ moreGrown using six clones of chardonnay, this wine triggered a lot of panel discussion. A flinty, smoky layer hangs over …
→ moreThis wine leans more toward the “trad” camp. Stonefruit, melon and grain flavours emerge, with a light dusting of oak. It is …
→ moreBeguiling scents – apple strudel, citrus and a hint of caramel – lead the way. In the mouth it is equally rewarding, especially …
→ moreAndrew Parkinson was taken with this wine’s “chablisien” qualities. It crackles with verve and energy, a swift flow of pure …
→ moreAnother wine that delivers big on the price-quality ratio. The nose is focussed with a white pepper note and a …
→ moreThe Church Road team’s affinity for chardonnay often results in great bargains like this. It’s a charming wine in a …
→ moreA legendary example of Australian wineries’ ability to over-deliver, this bold, generous style continues a quality tradition that began with …
→ moreThe experienced hands at Allan Scott Family Winemakers have created a very moreish style. Spiced pear drop and attractive fresh …
→ moreNow owned by Saint Clair, the Lake Chalice label continues to produce great value wine under its ‘The Nest’ tier. …
→ moreGrown at the ocean end of the Awatere Valley on an estate-owned vineyard, this wine leads with warm jasmine scents. …
→ moreThis is a medium-dry style that is gently fragrant and offers pear, citrus and stonefruit flavours. “Shows pure fruit and …
→ moreThis wine is all about shape and texture. It’s a riper style, curvaceous in the mouth rather than linear. The …
→ moreThe warmth of Hawke’s Bay, along with the addition of small amounts of gewurztraminer (6 per cent) and viognier (2 …
→ moreVery lovable and drinkable, this is a juicy, fresh expression. Lifted ginger and ripe nashi pear flavours are underscored by …
→ moreGrown on a sloping site at Kina, in Nelson’s Upper Moutere, this wine has lovely delicacy and tension. It is …
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