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• Aurum Dry Riesling 2009

  This gracefully ageing riesling wowed the panel. “It’s a thoroughbred, dancing across the palate,” said John Belsham. Jasmine florals and …

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• Mud House Waipara Valley Riesling 2013

  A tangerine peel note that is very Waipara makes a big statement in this mouthfilling riesling from an experienced producer. …

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• Zephyr Riesling 2012

  This “totally seductive” wine rocked Cameron Douglas’s world and earned high praise from the entire panel. It’s a big, concentrated …

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• Coopers Creek Marlborough Riesling 2013

  The role acidity plays in riesling cannot be overstated. In this wine, it not only gives structural focus, but lifts …

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• Mount Riley Pinot Gris 2013

  Heady aromatics reminiscent of peach and guava lead through to a rich mouthful, chock full of gently spiced, sweet fruit. The …

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• Ribbonwood Marlborough Riesling 2013

  Bold florals are backed up by punchy tropical fruit and citrus notes. The sweetness and acids are in such good …

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• Spinyback Nelson Pinot Gris 2013

  Waimea’s second-tier label has delivered some terrific whites across the board in 2013. With strong Asian pear and apple flavours playing …

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• Sanctuary Pinot Gris 2013

  A crowd-pleaser, on several levels. The price will appeal and the crisp, juicy, citrusy style will win plaudits from pinot gris …

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• Wairau River Riesling 2013

  This riesling leans toward the lime, green-apple side of the flavour spectrum. Supporting the fruit is an overt, racy, acid …

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• Villa Maria Cellar Selection Marlborough Dry Riesling 2013

  This engaging wine has so much going for it. After an appealing floral overture, apple and lime notes join the …

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