The latest releases from Maude
The Mt Maude vineyard was planted in 1994 on the steep north-facing slopes of the Maungawera Valley, just outside of Wanaka, by Dawn & Terry Wilson – and at time …
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Nuala Riesling 2024
A white wine from Central Otago – winner of a Gold Medal at NZIWS in 2025. A pale silvery green colour in the glass. The perfume starts with apple, lemon, …
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50 years of Matawhero
Long before New Zealand was known globally for its wine, one bold local made a game-changing. In the late ’60s – when Gisborne was all about livestock and maize – …
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Te Kairanga Estate Rosé 2025
A wine made from Pinot Noir in Martinborough – winner of a Double Gold medal at NZIWS this year. A well-presented wine – in a category where that and the …
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Ash Ridge ‘Imogen’ Chenin Blanc 2024
A white wine from this organic, family-run producer in Hawke’s Bay – and winner of a Gold Medal at NZIWS in 2025. A pale lemon-green colour in the glass. The …
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Red Hut Albarino 2025
An Albarino from Gisborne – and a new label to me – but winner of a coveted Double Gold medal at NZIWS in 2025. A pale lemon-green colour in the …
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Huntress Pawero Pinot Noir 2024
A Pinot Noir from Martinborough in the Wairarapa – a new wine for me from this producer. A bright ruby red colour in the glass. A complex bouquet takes in …
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An evening at Huia, Marlborough
I’m delighted to visiting Huia this evening, as I’m in Marlborough for a few days, some of which is over the weekend. So, although I can visit the Cellar Doors, …
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Pyramid Valley ‘Field of Fire’ Chardonnay 2023
The 2023 vintage sees all the Botanical Collection wines sealed with a Diam Origine 10 cork closure and a wax seal. A pale green-gold colour in the glass. The nose …
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Takapoto Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2025
The first Sauvignon Blanc for this label based in Waikato – the fruit coming from the Dillons Point region of Marlborough. As winemaker Alex Coldicutt said to me “We do …
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