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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Čuvar Winery appoints Dave Mackintosh as winemaker
Čuvar Winery has announced that Dave Mackintosh has joined the team as Senior Winemaker, taking over from Michelle Richardson. Dave has been part of their group since January, but it …
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Craggy Range Sophia 2013
A Bordeaux-style blend from the ‘Gimblett Gravels’ vineyard in an exceptional vintage. The blend leads with 62% Merlot, then 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot. A …
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Cox’s Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022
A Pinot Noir from their Gibbston vineyard that was established in 1999, in Central Otago. A Gold Medal winner at NZIWS in 2025. A dense ruby/burgundy colour in the glass. …
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Kokako Farms ‘Awen’ Chardonnay 2024
Grown in the Ohiti valley in western Hawkes Bay – the company have supplied fruit to several top local producers over the years, and are now aiming to ‘be responsible …
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Rippon Tinker’s Field Pinot Noir 2022
A Pinot Noir from Wanaka – made from vines planted between 1982 and 1989. Tinker’s Field is a gentle, north facing slope in this immensely picturesque vineyard. A bright, vivid …
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Edmond de Rothschild Heritage NZ with Anne Escalle
Today I’m talking to Anne Escalle – the General Manager of Edmond de Rothschild Heritage NZ. She was born in the Rhône Valley – in France into a family of …
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Crossing Point Rosé 2025
Crossing Point is a label from Takapoto Estate, based on the banks of Lake Karapiro, in Waikato. Made from 50% Merlot and 50% Cabernet Franc – a wine that featured …
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