Reviews

This is the second half of another box full of vinous treasure that arrived from the team at Laithwaites last week. I do love the wines of Alsace, and whilst …

One of the Escarpment single vineyard Pinot Noir expressions – this vineyard is on Cambridge Street in Martinborough – planted 35 years ago. An opaque mid-depth burgundy colour in the …

A Chardonnay from the Moutere region of Nelson/Tasman. A pale golden-green colour in the glass. Perfumed with white peach, grapefruit, lemon, fennel, cashew nut, apple and smoky incense. Quite lean …

From an organic producer in Gladstone, Wairarapa. A pale, smoky straw colour in the glass. A rich perfume of nectarine, ginger, pear, apricot and lemon also shows pepper, incense and …

From the Estate vineyards in Bannockburn, Central Otago. A bright, translucent gold in the glass. Varietally pure and aromatic, mixing citrus notes of lemon, lime and grapefruit with jasmine and …

A Hawke’s Bay Syrah, from the very good 2021 vintage. A medium-density garnet red in the glass. Vividly aromatic, with spices, savoury notes and sweet ripe fruits all contributing to …

A Sauvignon Blanc from prime vineyard land on Rapaura Road in Marlborough. A translucent pale green-straw colour in the glass. Powerful and complex aromas emerge instantly on opening. Starts with …

Another box full of delights to discover, from the team at Laithwaites. As usual, there are a swathe of wines that I wouldn’t normally encounter. We are creatures of habit, …