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
I’m meeting with Michael Wentworth for the first time, after a few email conversations – mostly around the selection of a dozen Sauvignon Blanc wines that they release as an …
Appellation Marlborough Wine, with CEO Michael Wentworth 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
Blank Canvas today announces the purchase of a remarkable 9-hectare vineyard property in Marlborough’s Omaka Valley, in the Southern Valleys subregion. The acquisition becomes the winery’s long-awaited home site and …
Blank Canvas acquire their first vineyard 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
This collaboration between Great Little Vineyards wine merchants and Starkwhite Gallery is a highlight of the year for me. Each year is different, but each time the line up of …
Art of Wine 2025 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