A collection of writing about New Zealand Wine
A new series on WineFolio for the new year – “Around the world in eighty grapes”. I’ll be taking a look at the most important grape varietals, with particular emphasis …
Around the world in eighty grapes: Syrah Read More
The first Chardonnay from this new label, with the fruit coming from the McCreanor Vineyard in Martinborough. A beautiful presentation – with an artistic label showcasing ‘In The Presence’ 2023, …
Oraterra Chardonnay 2023 Read More
What a great start to January of 2025. Fifteen wines in a box delivered to the door from www.laithwaites.co.nz. Mostly red wines this time around, but with a couple of …
A New Years box from Laithwaites – pt. 1 Read More
A Marlborough Chardonnay from The Farm organic vineyard, which is located in the Waihopai Valley. A vibrant golden green colour in the glass. Mouthwatering aromas of grapefruit, apple, lemon peel, …
Astrolabe ‘The Farm’ Chardonnay 2021 Read More
A label from Northland – the organic vineyard was planted by winemaker John Clarke in 1998 – the location is now operating as Sovrano Estate. Chambourcin is a rarity in …
Ake Ake Chambourcin 2017 Read More
A Chardonnay from the Huia Home Block vineyard in Marlborough. A bright, light gold colour in the glass. The scent differs from a typical New Zealand Chardonnay perfume, with a …
Huia Chardonnay 2022 Read More
A straight Merlot, from the ‘Hawke’s Bay’ white label range from this producer. The wine has good pedigree, winning the Trophy for Champion Merlot at NZIWS in 2021. A very …
Trinity Hill Merlot 2024 Read More
From the organic Paritua vineyard in the Bridge Pa Triangle, Hawke’s Bay. A complex aroma packed with intertwining flavours. Plum, root beer, cranberry, star anise, pepper, cherry and a floral …
Paritua Syrah 2021 Read More
Sporting a new label for the ’23 vintage, the fruit for this Rosé were Tempranillo (51%) and Syrah (49%), sourced from the Gimblett Gravels in Hawke’s Bay. That particular shade …
Trinity Hill Hawke’s Bay Rosé 2023 Read More
A single vineyard wine from Omahu Road, in the Gimblett Gravels region of Hawke’s Bay. A deep ruby-purple colour in the glass. The perfume has plenty of dark red berry …
St. Clair Pioneer Block 17 ‘Plateau’ Gimblett Gravels Syrah 2020 Read More