A complex nose that definitely peaks the interest with smoke and gunflint mixing with the ripe greens, intense fruit and …
→ moreA complex style that has lots of matchstick, flint and oak spice on the nose set against lithe fruit and …
→ moreAn intensity of fruit on the nose with savoury herbals and hints of reduction that segue through to the palate …
→ moreSmokey, pungent and generous on the nose with lots of fresh clean fruit and bright herbals. The mouthfeel here is …
→ moreQuiet on the nose with subtle citrus and blackcurrant aromas that somewhat betray the palate which is fresh and vibrant. …
→ morePungent and expressive on the nose with gooseberry and blackcurrant leaf aromas alongside some greens. The palate is generous and …
→ moreTropical on the nose with banana, green fruit and thiol aromas that are lifted and fresh. The palate is lively …
→ moreA quiet style of sauvignon that isn’t looking to attract attention but definitely deserves to be noticed. Linear yet bright …
→ moreA gorgeous example of snowpea, citrus and refined box hedge on the nose and palate. A wine with likability, drinkability …
→ moreDefying every belief that sauvignon doesn’t age well, this 2019 barrel fermented example is fresh and lively. Aromas of white …
→ morePlenty going on in this stunning Hawke’s Bay example resplendent with powerful oak which adds a subtle influence of vanilla …
→ moreYes, the Bay can do sauvignon too. Most of this wine’s fruit was drawn from a cooler site at Matapiro, …
→ moreShowing the art of the ripe green edge – succulent, juicy and alive acidity that doesn’t disappoint with a tangy …
→ moreA punchy and pungent style of sauvignon with high-toned citrus, stone fruit, passionfruit and some green aromas on the nose. …
→ moreHaving had a year in the bottle to find its feet, there is a calm, languid quality to this 2014 …
→ moreTending towards lean in style, this lively expression has the six-pack abs and sinewy structure of eager youth. Floral scents …
→ moreThe panel loved the complexity of this astutely made 2012 with plenty of life left in it. A toasty, edgy …
→ moreOrganically grown and crafted by French-born winemaker Damien Yvon, Clos Henri sauvignons are always complex and compelling. Smoke, coriander seed …
→ moreFrench winemaker Damien Yvon has given us a distinctive expression, one where flintiness and spiciness (eg chorizo and chargrilled capsicum) …
→ moreThis is a charming, well-toned expression. Fresh, squeezed lime scents open the account and in the mouth it is pristine …
→ moreIt’s worth lingering over this wine’s perfume, which conjures visions of a feijoa and guava-based tropical fruit salad. In the …
→ moreThis 2012 shows great form, with its creamy, fleshy mouth feel and gentle persistence. Tropical fruit flavours make most of …
→ moreCrafted by the experienced Jeff Clarke, this is Ara’s top tier sauvignon blanc. Flinty, herbal notes are borne by a …
→ moreThis expression has an appealing mid-palate generosity, with lemon peel, fresh basil and stonefruit flavours clothed in a pithy, fleshy …
→ moreFrom the Tohu stable and estate-grown at the Whenua Matua vineyard in the Upper Moutere, this wine has what James …
→ moreWonderfully complex aromas co mingle on the nose with a malo like character that adds interest. The palate has plenty …
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