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• Lindauer Special Reserve Blanc de Blancs NV

  

  This has superb purity and elegance, with a zesty nose of citrus fruits, meringue, toast and minerals. Finely textured and …

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• Beaumet Cuvée Rosé NV

  Yet another winning wine from Beaumet, this time the rosé. Aromas of fresh strawberries and sweet biscuits lead into a …

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• Invivo Central Otago Pinot Noir 2012

  

  Gentle florals suggestive of jasmine and lilac usher in a plush, focused mouthful. Sweet red and dark fruit flavours, seasoned …

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• Terra Sancta Estate Pinot Noir 2012

  

  Bannockburn’s pioneering winery achieves a rare Top 10 double. From its alluring crimson colour to its crackling energy, this pinot …

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• Te Hana Rosé Cuvée NV

  

  One hundred per cent pinot noir sparkling rosé from Gisborne, a great place to produce grapes for fizz. The nose …

  4.5 | $20-$25 Best Buys

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• Drappier Carte Blanche Brut NV

  

  Carte Blanche fits a traditional style. Herb and citrus aromas are interwoven with marmite and doughy-brioche notes. In the mouth …

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• Leveret IQ Premium Brut Méthode Traditionnelle NV

  

  A wine of elaborate personality, Leveret IQ opens with candied citrus, toasty and light sulphide aromas. It has good textural …

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• Lindauer Classic Rosé NV

  

  A consistent favourite. “It’s simple, but it’s wonderful,” said Sam Harrop. Cherry, strawberry and lipsticky aromas are clean and pure, …

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• Beaumet Cuvée Brut Vintage 2006

  

  Beaumet Champagne is popular in London’s gentlemen’s clubs, where value for money is a factor. This 2006 vintage confirms Beaumet’s …

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• Jackson Estate Vintage Widow Pinot Noir 2012

  

  Tasting Marlborough’s top entry is like sinking into a soft, dark cushion. Velvety tannins frame a luscious mouthful of dark …

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