The Trophy-winning Champion Champagne at NZIWS this year. Bright and light – in the glass and on the nose. Cider apple, golden peach, almond, apricot and lime flavours with a sourdough, floral top note. Fine bubbles, with a smooth, dry entry to the palate. Lively acidity, again with that cider tang to it, and a nibble of marmalade sweetness mid-palate. Straightforward, enticing and mouth-watering. A dry, sleek and focussed finish. 91pts