New Zealand

"For anybody who has visited New Zealand, you will understand what I mean when I say that the colours there seem brighter, the personalities bigger and the energy for life so great. I finally understood this “dialled up” expression I perceived in their wines was merely a translation of life in this truly beautiful place." - Julie Dupouy, Wine Writer, thetaste.ie, March 2017

New Zealand's wine regions extend 1,600km (1000 miles) from sub-tropical Northland (36° S) down to Central Otago (46° S), home to the world’s most southerly vineyards." - NZ Wine

"Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir are still the bread and butter of the New Zealand wine industry, each variety making up some 70% of white and red plantings. And Chardonnay – the dominant grape between 1993 and 2003 – is also seeing a revival, comprising about 12%.

But there is much more to Kiwi wine than this popular trio, particularly aromatic whites such as Riesling and Pinot Gris – often made in delectable off-dry styles – as well as fledging plantings of ‘alternative’ varieties like Albariño and Grüner Veltliner. Beyond Pinot Noir there is less diversity in the reds, with Syrah undoubtedly leading the way, especially wines co-fermented with Viognier in homage to Côte-Rôtie. But the Bordeaux grapes of (Cabernet Sauvignon,) Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec still offer some interest, either as varietals or in a blend." - Decanter

Map courtesy: Wine New Zealand

  • Muddy Water Slowhand Pinot Noir 2009

    [SOLD-OUT] Muddy Water Slowhand Pinot Noir 2009

    Region: NZ- Canterbury

    Bob Campbell 96 Points!"Dense, ripe Pinot Noir with a velvet texture and layer soft red berry and spice flavours. Very impressive wine that's seductively accessible now but will age well."Bob Campbell, Gourmet Traveller Wine Established in 1993, Muddy...

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    $43.00
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  • Escarpment Pinot Noir 2009

    [SOLD-OUT] Escarpment Pinot Noir 2009

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    "Perfume, elegant fruit flavours, and soft ripe tannins are all hallmarks of this exceptional Pinot Noir.Perfect weather in Martinborough during flowering in December 2008 resulted in an ideal crop. A normal warm dry summer followed creating the...

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  • Ata Rangi Craighall Chardonnay 2009

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Craighall Chardonnay 2009

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Nick Stock 93 points! "Packed with nuts and nougat, peaches and stone fruits and creamy honey. Assertive study acid holds the richness in check." Nick Stock, Wine100, June 2011 Gourmet Traveller 97 Points!"This has more power and concentration than the...

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    $57.00
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  • Pegasus Bay Pinot Noir 2009

    [SOLD-OUT] Pegasus Bay Pinot Noir 2009

    Region: NZ- Canterbury

    Tyson Stelzer 95 points!"A rising star of Waipara, honed by a splendid season into a gorgeous and pure Pinot Noir of proper structure and longevity. Refined red cherry fruit carries seamlessly through a silky finish of commanding tannins."Tyson Stelzer,...

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    $60.00
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  • Dry River Pinot Noir 2009

    [SOLD-OUT] Dry River Pinot Noir 2009

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Bob Campbell 95 points! Dense, supple wine with appealing aromatics suggesting floral violets, cherry, raspberry and spice. Layers of fruit, floral and spice flavours continue on the lengthy palate. Sweet fruit is restrained by fine acidity and ripe...

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    $130.00
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  • Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2009

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2009

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Nick Stock's Good Wine Guide 2011 Best New Zealand Pinot Noir! "It's going to be a hard wine to knock off for this award, and 2009 is yet another stunning wine. Ethereal complexity, depth and palate weight. You'll struggle to find better quality and...

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    $95.00
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  • Craggy Range Te Muna Road Pinot Noir 2009

    [SOLD-OUT] Craggy Range Te Muna Road Pinot Noir 2009

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    eRobertParker.com 92-94 Points!"The 2009 Te Muna Road Pinot Noir has an adorable ripe redcurrant, raspberry, wild strawberry and orange sorbet bouquet that soars from the glass. The palate has a ripe, caressing entry with rounded redcurrant and orange...

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