A collection of writing about New Zealand Wine
A red blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon from Hawke’s Bay – from a very good vintage which had a long ‘indian summer’ at the end of the harvest. Sealed …
Church Road Reserve Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 Read More
For someone who is so highly awarded and recognised in their field, Chris Scott has always been a winemaker who shuns the spotlight – letting his craft shine through the …
The first releases from Chris Scott Wines Read More
From the specialist producer of Chardonnay in Hawke’s Bay. A bright, golden colour in the glass, with green tinges to the rim. The perfume is bold and opulent – certainly …
Tony Bish ‘Heartwood’ Chardonnay 2021 Read More
A Riesling from the Awatere Valley in Marlborough. A very pale steely lemon-green colour in the glass. A dry style, it has a restrained aroma that does have some lovely …
Tohu Whenua Awa Riesling 2021 Read More
Mahi have just released three new Pinot Noirs from the 2023 vintage. The label started in 2001, with a desire to make single-vineyard wines as well as regional wines that …
New release Pinot Noirs from Mahi Read More
A sweet wine from Marlborough pioneering producers Forrest – winner of a rare Double Gold at the NZIWS in 2025. A pale, intense gold colour in the glass – just …
Forrest Botrytised Riesling 2024 Read More
A Pinot Noir from Martinborough – the fruit grown in Te Muna valley. A vivid dark ruby red colour in the glass. A vibrant perfume with a little funk and …
Equilibrium Pinot Noir 2022 Read More
Appellation Marlborough Wine (AMW) has released its Annual Collection for 2025. First launched in 2022, the initiative celebrates a benchmark selection of certified Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc that showcases the diversity, …
AMW Annual Collection 2025 Read More
From the Tasman region comes this blend of Pinot Noir, Merlot and Gewürztraminer. An opaque medium depth garnet colour in the glass. Advice is to served lightly chilled – so …
Unkel ‘Jurassic Red’ 2023 Read More
No. 1 Cuvée NV A ‘Blanc de Blancs’ expression, made from Chardonnay. A pale lemon-green colour in the glass, with a busy rush of very fine bubbles. The perfume has …
Recent releases from No.1 Family Estate Read More