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This article could easily fit into a couple of sections on WineFolio. There is the reviews category, or the on-going series of features about \u201cHow we\u2019re selling wine in NZ\u201d. In the end I think I\u2019ll put into both, as I\u2019m going to assess the wines, as much as I\u2019m thinking about what the experience of having a box of wines delivered, ready to be discovered, would be like.<\/p>

If you\u2019re a punter who is looking for suggestions, or directions for wine – and perhaps you want to explore outside your usual boundaries – in style, varietal or country of origin. Well, we\u2019ve mostly been ring-fenced in New Zealand in recent months – and in the case of Aucklanders, literally not allowed to leave our physical boundaries for over 100 days. But as the borders are now opening up, it\u2019s natural to want to explore beyond your own backyard. And that might extend to trying wines from outside New Zealand, or made from varieties that you\u2019re not familiar with. A service like Laithwaites can ease you into that option – as I found out this weekend.<\/p>

I\u2019d been sent a boxful of wines from Laithwaites to give them a trial run, and was waiting for the ideal scenario to give it a whirl. With Covid-related delays and isolations, that time didn\u2019t arrive until Saturday night. But armed with a box of mystery wines, I arrived at my friends door, to be greeted with aromas of roasting lamb and baked vegetable gratin. Which is good, as it turns out my box is probably best described as a \u2018World of reds\u2019 – containing five reds and one bottle of bubbles. None of which I\u2019d tried before – or mostly, had wine from any of the brands\/labels. I was pretty stoked to find a Susumaniello, a Roussillon Grenache\/Carignan alongside a couple of Aussie Bordeaux style reds. An evening of tasting treats ahead of us..<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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The sparkling wine was from Limoux, where they\u2019ve been making wines like since the 16 century, and contained, as I\u2019d anticipated, some Chenin Blanc grapes in the mix, amongst the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The Roche Lacour M\u00e9thode Traditionelle Cremant<\/b> is a 2019 wine, and is Laithwaites bestselling vintage bubbles. It is dry, with a silky mousse of fine bubbles, and as much savoury flavour as fresh fruitiness. Baguette crumb, almond, fennel and hay sit alongside red apple, apricot and lemongrass notes. Medium weighted but showing great depth and complexity. this slipped down ridiculously easily as an aperitif with a bowl of roasted olives to snack on.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Moving over to the table, I had to decide which order to serve the red wines, and settled on a couple of easy picks – the grenache-based southern Frenchy to start us off – an obvious choice with a roasted leg of lamb; with the easy-going charm of a Merlot also opened at the same time, to complement everything else on the table.<\/p>

Cabali\u00e9 Cuv\u00e9e Vielles Vignes 2020 <\/b>is a Pays d\u2019OC level Roussillon wine, a blend with Grenache and Carignan. Smooth, balanced acidity and tannin. Soft raspberry, cassis and cherry flavours accented with white pepper and dark spices. Sweet and ripe, a little oak influence and savoury elements. What it lacks in complexity is easily forgotten with an easy-drinking charm.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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The Merlot came from Eden Valley in South Australia. Irvine Spring Hill Merlot 2019<\/b> shows classic plum, vanilla, bramble, baking spice and a herbal edge to the juicy aromas as it was opened. Medium bodied and with an easy-going swagger into the palate. Some savoury tapenade, eucalypt and black tea tannins add an edge over the plush fruit, and were a real hit with the food – the oven-roasted onion in the salad complementing the Merlot a treat.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Next cab off the rank was Tahbilk Ambassador Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2018<\/b> – good to see a familiar label in the box. This Victorian red blend was a step up in concentration and power. With that uniquely Australian take on a red blend in its style – straight in with an intensely aromatic nose of blackcurrant, chamomile, damson and cranberry. Broad and rich across the palate, with good oak, and some supple tannins providing a core to the ripe, lush fruit. What Australian reds do so well – a crowd pleasing style that rounded out the main course very nicely, and the second glass of the Tahbilk was a decent foil to the roasted apple and marscapone dessert too.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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As we moved on to a cheese board, the last two reds were opened, and got to strut their stuff. The RedHeads Nobs and Snobs 2018<\/b> is certainly not one that I would have picked off a shelf. Label design can be a polarising, personal choice – and this was not one that appealed to me! Just as well that i was sent it blind in a mystery box then, lol. A Malbec – Cabernet Sauvignon blend, I thought it would stand up to the punch of a platter complete with blue cheese, and it did just that. The Malbec contributes an inky purple to the colour and a blueberry, robustness to the flavours in the glass. A deeply dark-fruited example, with a characterful minerality and smoky intensity that reminded me of some South American versions I\u2019d tried recently.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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The final wine was one I was really looking forward to. Someone with a greater knowledge of Italian varieties than myself had introduced me to Susumaniello about a year ago, and I\u2019d loved its warm Southern mediterranean style. The Pillastro Susumaniello 2020<\/b> is an example of a big, bruising red from Puglia, in a substantial bottle that echoes the stature of the wine within. A smoky, oaky perfume that is loaded with flavour and spice. Dense, up-front and brimming with personality. Cherry, black plum and rosehip with a touch of good bitterness to offset the ripe intensity. Lengthy finish with sweet and sour nuances.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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All in all, this was an experience that even an experienced winelover could get a great deal from. We\u2019re all guilty of returning to our comfortable favourites, and, for me, this was an opportunity to step outside of that and reconnect with the wider world of reds that do exist in that sweet spot of $20 to $30. The labels were also something new (mostly) – not ones you\u2019d typically find in your local supermarket for example. There wasn\u2019t anything too tasking, and certainly all of these wines were ready-to-go from the outset – offering something not just a bit different, but still accessible and most importantly – delicious.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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The company has been operating across the globe since the late 60\u2019s and has had over 1 million customers. The Laithwaites website is www.laithwaites.co.nz. It seems pretty easy to browse, with products arranged by \u2018Body Style\u2019 and \u2018Price\u2019 as well as easy to find \u2018Latest Specials\u2019, and, of course, the \u2018Wine Plans\u2019 which are at the core of their model. I expect that anything labelled as \u2018Special Introductory Offer\u2019 would be well worth considering!! Don\u2019t forget that they offer a Money-back guarantee as well.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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