A collection of writing about New Zealand Wine
On my trip to the Tasman region I caught up with one of the winemakers at Gravity Cellars, Brett Bermingham, and had the most enjoyable hour tasting through barrels, and …
Tasting through barrels, with Brett Bermingham Read More
A varietal that is not so easy to find if you’re browsing the shelves these days – this one from the organic label in the Awatere Valley of Marlborough. A …
Loveblock Gewürztraminer 2024 Read More
A Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough – winner of a Bronze medal at NZIWS this year. A translucent, silvery green colour in the glass. A bouquet that starts with green herbal …
Awatere River Sauvignon Blanc 2025 Read More
Tannat originates from the Madiran region of south-west France. De La Terre is one of only three wineries in New Zealand to produce Tannat. In its home region this grape …
De la Terre Reserve Tannat 2016 Read More
Appellation Marlborough Wine (AMW) has announced the appointment of Stephanie McIntyre as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking an important milestone as the organisation continues to strengthen the integrity, visibility …
Appellation Marlborough Wine welcomes new Chief Executive Officer Read More
This Martinborough label launched in 2023 – a challenging vintage to get off the starting line. Winemaker Wilco Lam describes the 2024 as “a classic vintage” though – after a …
Oraterra Pinot Gris 2024 Read More
Every now and then I dive into a topic not because I have to, but because I genuinely want to – and Cabernet Franc is one of those grapes that …
Around the world in eighty grapes – Cabernet Franc Read More
“Te Motu” The Island is from Waiheke Island in the Hauraki Gulf. The vines were first planted in 1989, with the first vintage of Te Motu being produced in 1993. …
Te Motu 2014 Read More
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