Goldman Hunter Valley Semillon 2014
Posted: November 7, 2018
A lively style with nice buttery/creamy richness and just a hint of oak.
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Tomich Hill Woodside Vineyard Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Herbal, earthy and slightly green nose with a leafy briary fruit palate.
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Villa Maria Reserve Marlborough Pinot Noir 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
Nose is a nice mix of baked fruit, tobacco and spices with a silky smooth palate that has hints of berries and spices and nice herbaceousness with lingering tannins.
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Villa Maria Cellar Selection Marlborough Pinot Noir 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Leafy berry fruit nose with upfront berry compote-like flavours and lingering tannins.
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Vidal Reserve Marlborough Pinot Noir 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Earthy briary bouquet with a medicinal note and fuller bodied palate with nice core of sweet fruit and fine line of tannins.
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Heemskerk Tasmania Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir 2012
Posted: October 4, 2018
Nice leesy autolysis on the nose and a complex citrus driven palate with toasty notes and tight acid backbone.
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Old Kent River Frankland River Sparkling Rosé NV
Posted: October 4, 2018
Aromas of raspberries and cream with smoky/nutty notes and red berry complexity on a well balanced toasty palate.
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Vidal Reserve Hawkes Bay Syrah 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
A well made wine with a lifted spicy berry nose and vibrant cherry flavours with a dash of spice.
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Vidal Soler Hawkes Bay Chardonnay 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Beautiful lift of fruit and spices on the nose and a complex oak driven palate with nice zestiness.
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Thornbury Central Otago Pinot Noir 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Bright dark berry fruit with some classy spiciness. The nose has slight stalkiness to it and the palate is soft and fleshy.
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Villa Maria Single Vineyard Taylors Pass NZ Chardonnay 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
A nicely lifted oak driven nose with more of the oak sitting on top of the rich tropical fruit flavours and layered with some attractive spicy notes and has a long creamy finish.
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Soho Caviar Sauvignon Blanc 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Very ripe lifted aromas with plenty of rockmelon and mango. Quite a broad palate, lifted by crisp acidity, richly textured with a lingering dry finish. $38
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Pegasus Bay Merlot Cabernet 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
A bold wine; powerful blackberry and doris plum on the nose with a whiff of charry oak too. The palate is silky and ripe, with a fruitcake and damson note, showing how delicious well ripened merlot can be. A bigger…
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Palliser Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
The nose is beautifully aromatic; juicy fruits of the forest with a little floral and spice. An interesting pinot, one that is vibrant and openly fruity at first but then builds across the palate, unfolding to reveal a backbone of…
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Palliser Estate Chardonnay 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
A subtle yet complex nose that has struck match, gunflint aromas sitting alongside those of cinnamon and nutmeg new oak. Opens up on the palate to reveal delightful lemon tart characters of citrus, baked pie crust and a little fresh…
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Matawhero Single Vineyard Pinot Rosé 2018
Posted: October 4, 2018
Very pale in colour, just a hint of baby pink. Very light delicate aromas of candyfloss and strawberry. A little touch of sweetness on the palate, this is a bright, elegant style of rosé. $24
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Catalina Sounds Marlborough Pinot Noir 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Very opulent rich nose with boysenberry, plum and red cherry. A touch of rose petal and marshmallow too. A generous fruited wine with a distinct thread of powdery tannin running through. Nice length. $28
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Catalina Sounds Sound of White Marlborough Pinot Noir 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
A boldly fruited style of pinot. Lots of intensity; juicy dark berry and damson plum. The palate marries ripe tannins with red liquorice, cherry and plum. Generous and fleshy and drinking well now. $47
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Jackson Estate Alayna Rosé 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Bright pink just edging towards salmon. An attractive wine with aromas of ripe red berry and yellow peach. A dryish palate with flavours of dried rosemary and thyme giving a savoury edge. $21
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Jackson Estate Stitch Sauvignon Blanc 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
A textural sauvignon blanc, moderately concentrated with a lovely crisp edge. There is a hint of bran biscuit that suggests a touch of barrel influence, but subtle, not oaky. A delicate yet satisfying wine with a good level of complexity….
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Jackson Estate Homestead Pinot Noir 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
The nose is beautifully aromatic; juicy fruits of the forest with a little floral and spice. An interesting pinot, one that is vibrant and openly fruity at first but then builds across the palate, unfolding to reveal a backbone of…
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Vavasour Chardonnay 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Big full throttle style of chardonnay with plenty of cinnamon and sweet spice overlaying ripe yellow peach and white nectarine fruit. One for lovers of bold chardonnay; full flavoured, ripe and satisfying albeit in a quite oaky style. $25
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Vavasour Pinot Noir 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
A super example of how good Marlborough pinot noir can be. The wine sits firmly in the vibrant red fruited spectrum with fresh raspberry and juicy cranberry joined by some delicate floral notes of rose petal and lavender. A restrained…
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Wild Earth Pinot Noir 2015
Posted: October 4, 2018
A big chewy wine with plenty of creamy oak combining with damson and red cherry fruit. Slippery and supple on the palate with a little tannin lying in the background. $46
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Thornbury Central Otago Pinot Noir 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
Appealing bright red cherry fruited pinot, with some dried wild thyme and made in a pretty, lighter bodied style. A subtle layer of tannin adds a savoury edge. $25
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Soho McQueen Pinot Noir 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
A wee hint of reduction that is an attractive part of the wine rather than being overwhelming. Plenty of new oak complements the savoury ripe silky palate. Decent length and intensity. $50
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Rockburn Pinot Gris 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
Just starting to show a wee hint of maturity. Ripe tropical mango fruit with some poached pear on the nose. The palate is lighty fleshy and the finish crisp and dry. $30
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Devils Staircase Pinot Gris 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Lovely vibrant aromas of fresh pear and apple. A definite touch of sweetness but very taut acidity keeps the wine in balance. Not overly complex but lots of generous drink-me-now appeal. $26
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Devils Staircase Pinot Noir 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Very aromatic; blueberry, damson plum and red cherry with a little rose petal. Bright and juicily fruited. Not a great deal of complexity or length but lots of easy drinking charm. $30
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Rockburn Pinot Noir 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
A bold, decadent opulently fruited pinot with lots of blueberry and damson. The palate is fleshy and dense with a cinnamon edge and a soft lick of tannin on the finish. Decent length. $50
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Quartz Reef Single Vineyard Pinot Gris 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Very appealing aromas of red apple and poached pear with just a touch of spun sugar. A dry, lighter bodied wine that is subtle and taut, with a little hint of bran biscuit giving a degree of complexity. The finish…
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Quartz Reef Loop Road Pinot Noir 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
A tightly constructed subtle wine with cherry and wild plum. The palate is creamy and smooth; a very fine line of papery tannin running across the palate. Not the biggest wine on the bench but one with a very pretty…
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Neck of The Woods Gibbston Pinot Noir 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
Sitting firmly in the more darkly fruited spectrum this is a big chewy style of pinot noir, with plenty of tannin and structure. A little shy when first tasted, this really needs a little time in the cellar to show…
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Mondillo Pinot Noir 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
The nose has started to develop some gentle leafy forest floor characters which sit alongside the bright red cherry and plum fruit. Not a bold wine but one with lots of charm and appeal. A lovely silky pinot with a…
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Maude Pinot Noir 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
Just starting to show a little maturity with some button mushroom and truffle peeping out. Very pretty with lovely floral aromatics of rose petal and lavender with a cinnamon spiced note creeping in at the edge. A really attractive density…
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Toi Toi Central Otago Pinot Noir 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
A lighter bodied pinot with youthful juicy raspberry and parma violet aromas. The palate has a lovely slightly stalky edge that gives interest and bite. $26.95
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Loveblock Central Otago Pinot Noir 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
Lovely gentle savoury notes and just starting to show some development. Silky soft palate. Very polished, not particularly concentrated but made in a lovely bright style. $32
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Nanny Goat Vineyard Central Otago Pinot Noir 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Real intensity here. Lots of black morello cherry and damson plum. Luxurious and ripe with a fleshy, dense fruited palate. The flavours are initially sweet and ripe but then an edge of spice and tannin creeps in. $36
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Nanny Goat Vineyard Central Otago Chardonnay 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
A powerful aroma; distinct barrel ferment characters of nutmeg and sweet spice overlay fruity notes of red grapefruit, yellow peach and plum. A big wine that retains a degree of poise through its appealing, citrus thread of acidity. $36
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Hawkshead Pinot Gris 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Pungent tropical notes of mango and papaya with a little note of apple crumble. A touch of honey too. Quite dry on the palate with a textural biscuity, nutty edge. Drink now. $29
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Hawkshead Riesling 2015
Posted: October 4, 2018
Vivid aromas of lemon curd and mandarin flesh are joined by bottle developed notes of toast and honey. With just a touch of sweetness, this is a relatively full flavoured broad, fleshy wine that shows plenty of flavour and depth….
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Domain Road Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Lovely red apple and snow pea aromas with a touch of succulent just ripe peach. Lifted, high toned fruit with a little hint of new ferment pear drops. Crisply fruited, delicate and bright. Not bold but very pretty. $23
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Domain Road Vineyard Defiance Chardonnay 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
Very attractive aromas of cinnamon and spice with some just ripe stone fruit give a complex appealing nose. A slight grapefruity textural edge gives the palate a toothsome, succulent character and whilst there is a definite layer of oak running…
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Domain Road Vineyard Pinot Noir 2015
Posted: October 4, 2018
Just starting to show a little bit of bottle development with some gentle forest floor and gamey notes edging in. Still some vibrant juicy red cherry fruit giving focus. Soft velvety tannins. Not a big or complex wine but one…
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Doctors Flat Pinot Noir 2015
Posted: October 4, 2018
Highly aromatic with crisp red cherry and wild raspberry fruit joined lavender and thyme and a touch of smoky new oak. Just a hint of reduction gives a complex, meaty quality. The palate is restrained and buttoned down but with…
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Ceres Black Rabbit Riesling 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
A touch of gun flint which quickly blows off to reveal aromas of crisp nashi pear and red apple. Mouth-watering acidity with a really crunchy key lime pie and red grapefruit note. Sweet but very light on its feet, delightful…
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Ceres Swansong Pinot Gris 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
This is delightful. Precise pinot gris aromas of conference pear and ripe red apple with a whiff of smoky complexity. Very clean and crisp, there is a little hint of sweetness, but the palate is so poised and delicate the…
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Lowburn Ferry Home Block Pinot Noir 2015
Posted: October 4, 2018
Very red fruited with a bright cherry and currant aroma. The palate has developed some lovely secondary notes of game and autumn leaves. Low impact velvety tannins support the silky and plush flavours. $50
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Mappinga Adelaide Hills Fume Blanc 2017
Posted: October 4, 2018
Lovely lifted nose reminiscent of chamomile tea according to one judge. Has elegant and restrained flavours and a good line of acid.
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Mappinga Adelaide Hills Chardonnay 2016
Posted: October 4, 2018
Nice citrus blossom aromas and a lean but juicy palate not overly complex but well proportioned with good acidity.
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