A collection of writing about New Zealand Wine
A Pinot Noir using hand-picked and destemmed fruit from the company vineyard in Cromwell in Central Otago. A medium-density ruby-purple colour in the glass. The perfume has ripe, bright fruit …
Scott Base Pinot Noir 2023 Read More
The one very disappointing aspect to this wine is that 2019 was the last ever vintage made of this true icon. Indeed it is now a legend, while also showcasing …
Vidal Legacy Chardonnay 2019 Read More
A top-level Sauvignon Blanc from this producer, only made in the best years – sourced “from select rows in the lower Wairau Valley in Marlborough”. When I read that it …
Lake Chalice Plume Sauvignon Blanc 2024 Read More
A wine from Hawke’s Bay – being a blend of 62% Merlot, 29% Malbec and 9% Cabernet Sauvignon – the Merlot coming from Twyford Gravels and the Malbec from The …
Esk Valley Reserve Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon 1996 Read More
A quick return to a wine that featured in the last of the ‘Tasting Table’ events at WineFolio – the 2024 vintage was well-received around the table, highlighting how far …
Allan Scott ‘Black Label’ Pinot Noir 2025 Read More
A wine made from Gisborne fruit crafted by this excellent Marlborough boutique producer – you can read about David’s visit here > https://winefolio.co.nz/?p=13408. Sealed under screwcap. A medium golden colour …
Huia Gewürztraminer 2020 Read More
A Pinot Noir from Bannockburn, Central Otago – the Bannock Brae vineyard soils are schist gravels and particularly sandy. A deep ruby purple colour in the glass. Elegant and complex …
Bannock Brae ‘Crawford’s Block’ Pinot Noir 2020 Read More
A Sauvignon Blanc from the Awatere Valley in Marlborough – reviewed for International Sauvignon Blanc Day 2026. A very pale lemon yellow colour in the glass. Brisk, bright and intense …
Tupari Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2025 Read More
The fact that the fruit is sourced from three sites in the famed Gimblett Gravels – 70% Gimblett Estate / 19% Tin Shed / 11% Gimblett Stones gives a hint …
Trinity Hill Homage 2018 Read More
A Chardonnay from Hawke’s Bay that has a great many awards under its belt from over the years. This vintage won the Trophy at IWSC 2019 – so was effectively …
Church Road Grand Reserve Chardonnay 2018 Read More