Reviews

Dark carmine red in the glass, with a ripe and inviting fragrance. On the nose there is a top note of spring flowers, with smoky mushroom and minerality mingling with …

Kalex Pinot Noir 2017 Read More

At WineFolio we’re really thrilled for the arrival of the top quality chardonnays from the stellar 2019 vintage – but a review must note these are likely to be in …

Helio Hawke’s Bay Chardonnay 2019 Read More

From one of Marlborough’s best known and regarded vineyards, a single vineyard wine of some distinction. A light straw yellow, brilliant and shining in the glass. Cashew, peach ice cream …

Giesen Clayvin single vineyard Chardonnay 2015 Read More

Whilst I’ve been to Martinborough a couple of times, a really thorough examination is well overdue. WineFolio is definitely planning a “Field Trip” to the region for later this year …

Julicher Estate wines – 18.04.2020 Read More

It’s always interesting to do a tasting of a range of wines from one Estate – like you would if you visited the Cellar Door. It helps you feel the …

Carrick Tasting 16.04.20 Read More

From the stellar 2017 vintage in Central; a blend of regional fruit, made by Grant Taylor. Deep and enticing ruby colour, radiating scents of red cherry, cola and doris plum. …

SOHO ‘McQueen’ Central Otago Pinot Noir 2017 Read More

I, for one, am really enjoying this flush of ‘online tastings’ that has developed during our enforced Covid-19 Level 4 Lockdown. The latest was an early evening session with MW …

Smith & Sheth CRU wines – online tasting 09.04.2020 Read More

Bright but vibrant pale yellow, with sweet baked apple and citrus floral aromas. A sweet shop mixed bag of candy apple, pear drops and lemon sherbert flavours on the palate, …

Bald Hills Kirameki Single Vineyard Pinot Gris 2017 Read More