5 Stars
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Falconhead Hawke’s Bay Viognier 2019
FOR DECADES New Zealand falcons (the only remaining birds of prey endemic to New Zealand) have been revered guardians of …
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Stonecroft Gimblett Gravels Viognier 2019 (Hawke’s Bay)
A plush and rich viognier showing its pedigree and exercising its authority in the glass. An exquisite example with layers …
4½ Stars
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Hopesgrove Viognier 2018 (Hawke’s Bay)
A superb, stylish viognier showing lots of lemon, lime and stonefruit notes on the nose. The weighted palate reflects the …
4 Stars
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Elephant Hill SEA Viognier 2019 (Hawke’s Bay)
Named for its oceanside Te Awanaga vineyard, this wine shows the winemaker’s handling of oak to beautifully promote and enhance …
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Esk Valley Winemakers Reserve Hawke’s Bay Chenin Blanc 2019
A full bodied chenin blanc with lemonade and lime notes and just a hint of drizzled honey on the nose. …
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Matavino Amelia Reserve 2019 (Matakana)
A lovely, bright and slightly funky style of viognier from the Auckland wine region with plenty of width. The palate …
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Matawhero Church House Chenin Blanc 2018 (Gisborne)
Fascinating notes of fennel and salted citrus on the nose with a ripeness that hints of botrytis showing itself. The …
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Neck Of The Woods Orange Pinot Gris 2019 (Central Otago)
An example of a pinot gris with the influence of skin fermentation. It’s a tricky one to pull off but …
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Petane ‘Tracks Block’ Viognier 2019 (Hawke’s Bay)
Ripe lime and lime-zest flavours with pepper and spice on the nose which follow through to the palate presenting a …
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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 …
3 Stars
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Coopers Creek Select Vineyards “Bell-Ringer” Albarino 2019 (Gisborne)
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Lime Rock Gruner Veltliner 2019 (Central Hawkes Bay)
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Saint Clair Pioneer Block 28 Camp Block Pinot Blanc 2018 (Marlborough)
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Saint Clair Pioneer Block 28 Camp Block Pinot Blanc 2018 (Marlborough)
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Saving Grace Gruner Veltiner 2018 (Waipara)
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Saving Grace Gruner Veltiner 2019 (Waipara)
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Te Kano Estate Blanc de Noir 2019 (Bannockburn)
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Trinity Hill Gimblett Gravels Marsanne Viognier 2018 (Hawkes Bay)