{"title":"Biodynamic Wine","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"domaine-de-la-mordoree-cuvee-de-la-reine-des-bois-lirac-2016-2-bottles","title":"Domaine de la Mordorée 'Cuvée de la Reine des Bois' Lirac 2016 (2 bottles)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"One of the finest releases from not only this appellation but the entire Southern Rhône\" Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Tasted just before bottling, both were very impressive, among the best wines I've ever tasted from this oft-overlooked appellation.\" Robert Parker, The Wine Advocat\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"One of the finest releases from not only this appellation but the entire Southern Rhône, the 2016 Lirac La Reine Des Bois is a unique blend of close to equal parts Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre that’s brought up in 30% used barrels, the balance in stainless steel. It literally jumps from the glass with loads of blackberry and currant fruits, graphite, charred meats, and peppery herbs. Deeply colored, medium to full-bodied, with sensational purity, give bottles a year or two and enjoy through 2028. It’s another brilliant wine from this estate that’s landed on both feet after the passing of winemaker Christophe Delorme in 2015.\" Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"The nose is broad, something of a power house, shows grilling, bacon fat, slinky, deep black berry fruits, holds its depth well, shows garrigue airs, herbs, sparks of variety and implication here. The palate is vigorous, full, engaging, runs with black berry fruits, and the texture is silky, the tannins ripe and well infused, adding their couch of support to the finishing moments. It has a bounteous potential, and good length with liqueur red fruits on the close. This is long.\" John Livingstone-Learmonth MW\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA golden green in the glass this wine offers aromas of white and yellow fruits, including notes of citrus, apricot and pear. A round palate with a very long finish showcases  fruity flavours and results in a highly elegant wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tOrganic and Biodynamic from old vines on the border of Chateauneuf du Pape.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tSituated only 15 km northwest from Avignon in the heartland of the Southern Rhône valley, the Lirac appellation has struggled to make a name for itself when competing with the nearby Châteauneuf-du-pape. The good news is the quality of the red Lirac wines, they now rival there illustrious of Chateauneuf du Pape and on average 40% cheaper!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAs previously written about with other wines from the Southern Rhone, the 2016 vintage in the Southern Rhône produced red wines of exquisite balance and concentration with the requisite freshness and fine tannic structure to allow the best wines to age gracefully over many years, while being accessible early on. A vintage to buy!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"WineDirect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488012837181,"sku":null,"price":85.98,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/11254-1.jpg?v=1729029824"},{"product_id":"rene-mure-alsace-mix-france","title":"René Muré Alsace Mix (France)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tRené Muré wines are made in collaboration with a few vine-growers around Rouffach. The pressing, the fermentation, the ageing and the bottling is done by René Muré. 12 generations of the Muré family have been in ownership of the winery, resulting in excellence being handed down through the generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe extra care entailed in applying biodynamic practices throughout the vineyards contributes to healthy, well aerated soils, as well as to increased flora and fauna and the general well-being of the vines, resulting in the remarkable harmony which characterises the wines of Clos Saint Landelin.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis mix includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1x Rene Mure Cremant D'Alsace Brut NV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003eawarded 90\/100 points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003eine Enthusiast, Jan 2017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tPersistent string of fine bubbles around the glass. An open nose gives off scents of apples, vanilla, cinnamon and lime-tree. On the palate it is rounded and easy to drink, with a fresh finish and good final. It is a good way to begin a dinner or celebrate a big event.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis crémant is made with : pinot blanc (25%), pinot auxerrois (25%), riesling (15%), pinot gris (25%) et pinot noir (10%). Only perfectly sound grapes are harvested, to reach the most finesse and liveliness in the crémant. They are exclusively coming from the clay- and limestone made soil of the Rouffach’s area. This origin gives citrus and yellow fruits’ aromas and fine structure to the crémant d’Alsace brut. The grapes are pressed whole (without having been crushed or destemmed before). The juice starts then its first fermentation in casks. The wine stays on fine lees during 12 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDuring the second fermentation, the wine wins elegance and fullness in bottle. The long contact with the lees and the riddling give richness which makes a good balance to the freshness. The lees are taken out by disgorging and replaced by the dosage. The wine gains its harmony during the few months of rest after the disgorging.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe grapes used to produce crémant are carefully selected by the Muré family. The calcareous soils of the Rouffach area are appropriated to the elaboration of fine and fresh crémants. The long ageing on the lees in bottles gives delicate bubbles and aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eAlc 12.5% - Seal: Cork \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1x Rene Mure Signature Riesling 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003eawarded 91\/100 points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e: Wine Enthusiast, Jan 2016\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Jasmine and summer blossom hover over ripe, aromatic aspects suggesting melon or quince that shine with power on the dry, streamlined and taut palate. The freshness is immense in this precise, bracing and charming wine.\" Wine Enthusiast, Jan 2016\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tRené Muré’s Signature wines conveys the different characters of the large variety of Alsatian grapes. They all taste of the perfection of the fruit. These wines are so fresh that they can suit any type of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eAlc 12.5% - Seal: Cork\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1x Rene Mure Signature Pinot Blanc 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA pale, crisp yellow in the glass this Pinot Blanc offers fresh floral flavours and crisp, aromatic notes. On the palate you will experience lovely balance and weight in the mouth, with gently peachy fruit. Leading to a rounded finish highlighted by notes of citrus fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tRené Muré’s Signature wines conveys the different characters of the large variety of Alsatian grapes. They all taste of the perfection of the fruit. These wines are so fresh that they can suit any type of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eAlc 12.5% - Seal: Screwcap\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1x Rene Mure Signature Pinot Gris 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eawarded 93\/100 points\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003eine Enthusiast, Aug 2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Gentle pear fruit has a touch of herbal tisane. The same gentle purity of fruit is amplified on the streamlined, dry palate where freshness and ripeness seem to flow from a deep well of pear and lemon. Taut and balanced, this is utterly moreish and perfectly dry. Drink until 2030.\" Wine Enthusiast, Aug 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tRené Muré’s Signature wines conveys the different characters of the large variety of Alsatian grapes. They all taste of the perfection of the fruit. These wines are so fresh that they can suit any type of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eAlc 13.5% - Seal: Screwcap\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1x Rene Mure Signature Gewurztraminer 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eawarded 92\/100 points\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003eWine Enthusiast, Aug 2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Notes of russet-pear peel, ripe peach and earth are pervaded by citrus zestiness on the nose. The palate frames these in gentle sweetness but the concentrated fruit and zestiness provide a backdrop of firm freshness. This wine has lovely balance, great concentration and an extended, off-dry finish.\" Wine Enthusiast, Aug 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tRené Muré’s Signature wines conveys the different characters of the large variety of Alsatian grapes. They all taste of the perfection of the fruit. These wines are so fresh that they can suit any type of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eAlc 13.5% - Seal: Cork\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1x  Rene Mure V Pinot Noir 2014\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBeautiful ruby red colour in the glass. A wine with aromas of red fruit and spice, the unique is mineral and racy with good ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe grand cru Vorbourg is located in the southern part of Alsace and protected by the highest summits of the Vosges mountains (the \"Grand Ballon\" and the \"Petit Ballon\"). The soil (clay and calcareous) is covered with a sheet of loess on the down-side. The slopes face south to south-east. The Muré family’s vineyard located in the Vorbourg is cultivated in organic farming. The V is for the first letter of the word Vorbourg. This pinot noir is planted in the grand cru Vorbourg area and can’t be called as it. Indeed, the only type of vines authorized in appelation Grand Cru are the riesling, the pinot gris, the gewurztraminer and the muscat.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eAlc 12% - Seal: Cork\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"DhallNash","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488017916221,"sku":"BUND_RM_ALSACE","price":209.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/11403-1.jpg?v=1729029872"},{"product_id":"whistler-shock-value-barossa-valley-gms-2017-australia","title":"Whistler Shock Value Barossa Valley GMS 2017 (Australia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis is probably the lightest wine the winemaker has ever made. 2017 was quite a cool and wet vintage, so the wines as a result are a lot lighter and more elegant. The field blend give this wine a nice mix of spice and red fruits, while the Grenache, Mataro and Shiraz from their Whistler vineyards were blended in to give the wine some depth and complexity. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis wine is made up of a field blend that is interplanted with Grenache, Mataro, Alicante Bouschet and Shiraz. The vineyard is family owned by the winemakers cousin, Matt Pfeiffer, and managed organically by the winemaker Josh Pfeiffer since 2015. Some of the Grenache, Mataro and a small amount of Shiraz was grown here on their vineyards around the Cellar Door, which has also been managed organically since August 2013.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tMatt Pfeiffer's field blend was picked together and co-fermented using wild yeast. The Grenache, Mataro and Shiraz from the Whistler vineyard was fermented separately and then blended back to make this wine after fermentation was complete. All parcels were foot stomped to control the amount of extraction, and gently basket pressed to minimise the level of tannin. This wine spent a short amount of time (6 months) in old French oak before it was blended together, and finished maturing in stainless steel. No filtration prior to bottling, and no fining agents were used, so this wine is Vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDrink it now, but if you like more secondary characters, it will age gracefully up to 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: This is the perfect BBQ wine, and works extremely well chilled in warmer weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Mineral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488043016509,"sku":null,"price":179.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/11995-1.jpg?v=1729030072"},{"product_id":"whistler-get-in-my-belly-barossa-valley-grenache-2017-australia","title":"Whistler Get in My Belly Barossa Valley Grenache 2017 (Australia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Light, bright crimson; the vilification has captured all of the varietal fruit with a slinky approach that has worked very well, with no cosmetic notes\" James Suckling, Jamessuckling.com, Jul 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"A very pretty and delicate nose of watermelon, rose tea, hibiscus and nectarines. Medium-bodied and very pure with wonderful freshness and clarity in the form of polished tannins and pretty acidity. A fresh, delightful finish\" James Halliday, May 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tWith 2017 being quite cool and wet, this wine is a very light, almost Pinot-like in colour, aroma and flavour. Fresh raspberries, boysenberries and rhubarb spring out of the glass with a whiff of spice from the whole bunch component. The palate is fresh and crisp with a layer of bright red fruits that draws the wine across the palate, makes you salivate and leaves you wanting more. The tannins are fine and elegant, and the acidity gives this wine a lot of precision on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tGrown on Whistlers Heysen Estate Vineyard using organic practices, this Grenache was planted in 2001 using the clone BVRC139. The west-facing slope has quite a bit of ironstone at the top of the hill, with deeper red clay and biscay soil towards the bottom, giving the fruit great complexity within the 2,359 vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tPicked over two dates, the 18th of March and the 11th of April 2017, this was the latest that the winemaker has harvested Grenache since the first vintage of this wine in 2014. 2017 was the coolest and wettest vintage since 2011, and the resulting wine is the lightest and most elegant of all as a result. A small portion of whole bunch (7%) was used to give this delicate vintage some crunch on the palate, and some spice and lift on the nose. The remainder of the fruit was gently destemmed out in the vineyard and fermented as whole berries to give a nice carbonic maceration juiciness to the wine. The wild ferment was foot stomped twice a day in old concrete fermenters for 15 days before gentle basket pressing. The wine was then aged in old French oak puncheons for 6 months before blending and bottling with no fining and no filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tReady to drink now or cellar for 5-7 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Mineral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488043376957,"sku":null,"price":257.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12006-1.jpg?v=1729030075"},{"product_id":"whistler-thank-god-its-friday-barossa-valley-shiraz-2017-australia","title":"Whistler Thank God it's Friday Barossa Valley Shiraz 2017 (Australia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"A very fresh shiraz showing blueberry essence, citrus, blood oranges, freshly cut herbs and rosewater. Medium body, some delicious and firm tannins and a fruity finish. Very fun\" James Suckling, Jamessuckling.com,  Jul 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tVibrant purple colour, this wine has loads of blueberry and black pepper character on the nose. The whole bunch component gives a dried herb character to the wine, and adds freshness to the palate. It is lighter and juicier than what you might expect from Barossa Valley Shiraz, making it a great drink on its own, which can also pair well with red meat dishes. You don't have to wait until Friday to drink this wine though!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t100% grown on Whistlers Estate vineyards using organic practices, this fruit comes from their younger vines, which were planted in 1997 and grow on loamy soils with broken quartz and ironstone scattered throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t30% whole bunch, fermented using wild yeast in small open fermenters; This wine was foot stomped to allow gentle extraction of colour, flavour and tannins. After 12 days on skins the wine was basket pressed and put to old French and American oak for 9 months. The wine was blended and bottled with no fining and no filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tReady to drink now or cellar for up to 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Mineral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488043409725,"sku":null,"price":221.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12007-1.jpg?v=1729030076"},{"product_id":"kelly-washington-rapaura-marlborough-chardonnay-2017","title":"Kelly Washington Rapaura Marlborough Chardonnay 2017","description":"\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cstrong\u003eMineral style\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cstrong\u003eStruck match\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cstrong\u003ePoised\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tPoised, with a delicious mineral backbone this chardonnay has tension, and genorosity at the same time, with a whiff of that classic struck match note that cool climate chardonnay can produce so well.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis winning Chardonnay comes from an old vineyard in the Rapaura region of Marlborough, where sandy loam soils dominate. Larger old barrels have predominantly been used to naturally ferment the wine. Untouched and aged over 12 months, without anything more than a peek in the barrel from time to time, has enhanced the elegance of this wine. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tKelly Washington's inaugural vintage, 2017, will be one that we will always remember for a variety of reasons. It was challenging, due to a cool summer and late ripening, but careful management from our growers ensured crops levels were kept in balance and the resulting fruit quality was sound. Vibrant flavours, bright acidities, elegance and an overall fine precision– this is what the vintage gave to us, and what we see has translated into the wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA 2Ha sheltered, warm, flat site, sitting on sandy loam over clay soils. Planted on a North\/ South aspect, these vines are 24 years old. Organically and Bio-dynamically farmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAt Kelly Washington they seek the most unique and diverse parcels of high quality fruit, which they translate into their elegant and honest wines. Working with such exceptional fruit, our aim is to is to showcase and explore sub regionality of New Zealand's wine growing regions, but moreover making wines of provenance. In many cases, these special sites are farmed organically and bio-dynamically. Therefore it is important for us to take these philosophies into the winery and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Mineral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488044884285,"sku":null,"price":293.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12045-1.jpg?v=1729030089"},{"product_id":"clos-des-miran-cotes-du-rhone-2017-france","title":"Clos des Miran Côtes du Rhône 2017 (France)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"This is splendidly expressed on the nose showing Black Doris plum, blueberry, violet, thyme and hazelnut aromas, followed by a plump palate that is succulent and silky. The wine offers terrific fruit purity and intensity, backed by fine texture and rounded mouthfeel, finishing long and satisfying. At its best: now to 2022\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tClos des Miran is an exciting new organic red from the sun drenched southern Rhône. It is a classic velvety Grenache, enhanced with a little peppery, blackberry rich Syrah. Well ripened in the warm sunshine of 2017, and very moreish – Rhône red at its most appealing best, perfectly capturing the ripeness, depth and sheer drinkability of the best of this region.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"WineDirect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488048226621,"sku":null,"price":119.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12134-1.jpg?v=1729030119"},{"product_id":"fromm-vineyard-marlborough-malbec-2016","title":"Fromm Vineyard Marlborough Malbec 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"It is impressively ripe and gorgeously fragrant on the nose showing cassis, dark plum, roast meat, black olive and toasted almond characters. The palate is concentrated and powerfully expressed, delivering outstanding depth and richness, backed by silky texture and chalky tannins. This is seductively brooding and engaging. At its best: 2020 to 2028\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Jun 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Very full, saturated purple-black red colour, very youthful in appearance. The nose is refined in expression with rich and deeply packed aromas of ripe blackberry fruit along with black plums, mulberries and an amalgam of soft spices and florals, unfolding nuances of black herbs and currants. The aromatics grow in depth and intensity with aeration. Medium-full bodied, the palate is softly full with deep flavours of blackberries, black plums and mulberries along with subtle nuances of spice, unfolding florals and curranty nuances. The flavours are rich and up-front, and unfold a layer of spicy detail. The palate is underlined by plenty of grainy tannin extraction with integrated acidity. The wine carries firm and fulsome finish of black fruits, spices and herbs. This is a full and rich Malbec with black fruits, spices and curranty notes on a considerably well-structured palate. Match with game meat dishes and semi-hard cheeses over the next 8-10 years. Fruit from the ‘Fromm’ vineyard, Wairau Valley, vines 25 y.o., and close-planted at 4,700 vines per ha, hand-picked and destemmed, indigenous yeast fermented to 14.0% alc., the wine aged 18 months in seasoned oak. Certified BioGro organic. 4 barrels made\" Raymond Chan, Jun 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA dense and powerful Malbec, lifted by bright dark fruit and violet florals. Concentrated and ripe with spicy nuances and a full, structured palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tOrganically grown, hand-picked and guided through into bottle with little to no manipulation in the winery, this cool climate Malbec shows power and concentration but retains a bright vibrancy and elegance. Opening with deep violet florals, Asian spice and rich savoury\/earthy notes it then reveals an alluring minerality. The palate is full and broad showing deep ripe blue\/black fruit, layer upon layer of integrated tannins and cleansing acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: Certainly, a Malbec that is built to last and reward patience, but still bright and approachable enough to be enjoyed young – just be sure to work your way through a rare fillet steak or rich mushroom ragoût between sips.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Negociants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488053567805,"sku":null,"price":403.68,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12267-1.jpg?v=1729030164"},{"product_id":"fromm-marlborough-syrah-2017","title":"Fromm Marlborough Syrah 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Exhibiting precision as well as complexity, this outstanding rendition shows perfumed aromas of Black Doris plum, raspberry, thyme, tar and toasted almond characters. The palate is equally stunning with exceptional fruit purity and flowing mouthfeel, brilliantly framed by seamlessly integrated chalky tannins. At its best: 2020 to 2030\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Apr 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Elegant and moderately dense syrah with a strong herbal, floral influence waving the cool-climate flag, plus red berry, pepper and spice flavours. A bright, high energy wine with its own distinctive character\" Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Real Review, Apr 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Certified organic, the 2017 vintage (4*) was hand-harvested, blended with a splash of Viognier (2 per cent), fermented with indigenous yeasts, and matured for 19 months in French oak barrels (less than 10 per cent new). Fullish in colour, it is a fresh, medium-bodied wine, vividly varietal, with strong, plummy, peppery flavours, gentle acidity and supple tannins. Already enjoyable, it should be at its best 2021\" Michael Cooper\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA cool climate Syrah that shows both power and finesse. Opening with bright blue florals and red\/blue berries, the aromas then unravel to reveal undertones of graphite minerals and cracked black pepper spice. The palate is effortless with a vibrant richness and a crunchy freshness. The balanced acidity accentuates the wine’s flavour and layered tannins add to the complexity. There’s a restrained power to proceedings here.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tStaying true to the roots of Fromm's European founder Georg Fromm, they strive to make wines that reflect the vineyards in which the vines are grown. 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This is refined and gentle in expression. Medium-bodied, the palate is rich and sweet with lusciously succulent flavours of dark-red cherry and berry fruit, melded with notes of liquorice and spices, and some lifted oak. The fruit flavours gently fill the palate and are supported by very fine-grained tannins with balanced acidity. The wine carries with drive and fine textural grip, leading to an elegant, lingering finish. This is a sweetly rich and succulent Pinot Noir with an array of red fruits, and nuances of liquorice and spices along with fragrant florals on a very fine-textured palate\" Raymond Chan\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis wine displays dark plums and blueberries accompanied by an aromatic spice and brambly savouriness. The palate is concentrated, layered and textural with fine tannins and a long and generous finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis wine has a beguiling prettiness with underpinning depth and complexity. It opens with a bright kirsch character before revealing darker blue fruits. There is silky spice and a hint of charcuterie savouriness built atop of lifting minerality. The palate shows good fruit weight, ripe flavours and an effortless structure. The wine’s tannins are well layered and are complimented by balanced acidity and subtle well integrated oak, all driving the wine through to a long, mouth-watering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tNamed after our winemaker Hätsch Kalberer, this wine reflects his 25 years of knowledge and understanding of several great Marlborough terroirs. A thoughtful composite of our five individual single vineyard wines, Cuvée “H” expresses a winery signature. It is the best Pinot we feel we can make and represents what we appreciate most in fine Pinot Noir. We do not strive to be the biggest and loudest on the block, but instead look for a complete and refined wine. Cuvée “H” is very much built with longevity in mind, however this does not preclude early drinking appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tPotential to cellar until 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Negociants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488053633341,"sku":null,"price":396.72,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12269-1.jpg?v=1729030165"},{"product_id":"fromm-marlborough-chenin-blanc-2018-500ml","title":"Fromm Marlborough Chenin Blanc 2018 (500ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis wine displays a vibrant nose opening with hints of crisp green apples, lime and lemongrass before leading into fierce chalky\/flinty, even oyster shell, minerality all combining with subtle bakers’ yeast savouriness. The palate confirms the pristine and concentrated citrus fruit which is interlaced with a lovely texture, tight structure and refreshing acidity. The palate is left cleansed and ready for the next sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis is the first Chenin Blanc endeavour by Fromm and they're certainly happy with the result. Hand-picked, then crushed and pressed into 228L and 600L Burgundy oak barrels for wild yeast fermentation until bone dry. Matured in barrel on fine lees for 12 months. Not fined, vegan friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: This wine pairs perfectly and effortlessly with fresh white fish or shellfish, brilliant for a late lunch to wow loved ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Negociants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488053764413,"sku":null,"price":285.3,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12271-1.jpg?v=1729030166"},{"product_id":"fromm-marlborough-pinot-noir-2017","title":"Fromm Marlborough Pinot Noir 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis wine is a bright and pure Pinot Noir, filled with good fruit weight and sweet spicy undertones. This wine is layered and harmonious with a structural complexity yet it offers a lovely drink and approachability.Opening with alluring bright, dark, red fruits, the nose is under laced with slatey minerals, Earl Grey spice and a subtle dusting of oak. The palate is generous with lovely fruit weight and tasty, balanced acidity. There’s a velvet structure to this wine which is aided by its ripe, layered tannins. This 2017 is very approachable and rewarding young yet complex enough to sit and wait out a handful of years in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tRepresenting four vineyard sites and encompassing three sub-regions in Marlborough (Brancott, Waihopai \u0026amp; Wairau Valley) this Pinot Noir clearly expresses a FROMM winery style.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBottled in 2018, this wine has cellaring potential until 2023. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: We recommend drinking this delicious drop with chicken or duck breasts, with a starch salad or a lovely warm lamb stew with root vegetables on a cold winters night. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Negociants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488053829949,"sku":null,"price":271.38,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12272-1.jpg?v=1729030166"},{"product_id":"fromm-marlborough-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-2016-375ml","title":"Fromm Marlborough Late Harvest Gewürztraminer 2016 (375ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis late harvest gewürztraminer is complex yet elegant with a harnessed sweetness and a persistent intense finish. 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The palate is generous yet refreshing with bright fruit and a lick of sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: We see this as a perfect cheese wine, combining sweetness, structure and plenty of spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Negociants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488053862717,"sku":null,"price":198.36,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12274-1.jpg?v=1729030166"},{"product_id":"fromm-marlborough-pinot-gris-2018","title":"Fromm Marlborough Pinot Gris 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t“This skin-fermented style has a bronze hue and delivers a savoury set of nutty aromas, ahead of pear-skin and some sweet apple-blossom perfume.The off-dry palate balances the sturdy tannins nicely. Long and richly textured finish.” Nick Stock\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFromm has created a complex and textured Pinot Gris with flavour richness whilst retaining a lovely focus and drive. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis 2018 shows a more intense golden colour than previous vintages due to 12 hours on skins prior to pressing. The nose opens with glacé ginger, apple strudel and ripe Beurre Bosc pears with a hint of orange blossom florals and brioche savouriness. The palate shows a great depth of fruit with lovely flavour richness and there’s a textural weight and complexity to this wine without losing any focus and drive. A dry Pinot Gris with personality and interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBottled in 2018, this Pinot Gris has cellaring potential until 2022 \u0026amp; is certified organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis complex Pinot Gris can be paired with meaty fish, cream sauces, rich veal, chicken, or pork dishes, foie gras, and even lamb.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Negociants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488053895485,"sku":null,"price":187.86,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12273-1.jpg?v=1729030166"},{"product_id":"the-kelly-washington-white-wine-collectors-twin-pack","title":"The Kelly Washington White Wine Collectors Twin Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tKelly Washington's \"Best Marlborough Chardonnay\" and fantastic Sauvignon Blanc boast endless elegance and vibrancy presented with excellent poise. Showcasing exceptional fruit flavours and flare, it only made sense to combine these white wines into an exclusive collectors pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAt Kelly Washington they seek unique and diverse parcels of high quality fruit, which they translate into their elegant and honest wines. Working with such exceptional fruit, their aim is to is to showcase and explore sub regionality of New Zealand's wine growing regions, but moreover making wines of provenance. In many cases, these special sites are farmed organically and bio-dynamically. Therefore it is important for winemakers to take these philosophies into the winery and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tCollectors pack includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Kelly Washington Rapaura Marlborough Chardonnay 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA refined style of Chardonnay. Delicate notes of white peach, melon and citrus are at the forefront, supported by savoury, toasty, nutty notes which are promoted by a mindful selection of French oak. Wholly complete yet with great aging potential, the KW Chardonnay brings together poise and elegance, and is defined by long, flinty finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t100% whole bunch pressed with minimal settling. Fermentation commenced naturally after 7 days, on full lees, with native yeast in 100% French oak barriques -1 new, 2 on the third fill and 1 neutral puncheon. After fermentation, the wine remained on full lees in the French oak barriques for 10 months. It was then racked and blended. 100% natural Malolactic fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eAlc: 13.5%\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Kelly Washington Southern Valleys Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tGrown and made in a way that is atypical of Sauvignon Blanc from the region, the Kelly Washington Sauvignon Blanc subsequently has quite a unique expression. The hallmark of the wine is texture; thanks largely to aging on lees in the cement egg; yet the palate is vibrant and defined. There is a beautiful elderflower note that is felt on both the nose and palate. Overall, a very grown up and delicious Sauvignon Blanc!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA portion fermented in a small stainless steel tank ( 70%) and the balance ( 30%) fermented in, largely, old neutral barrels. 10 months on full lees, in a cement egg and neural barrels. The barrels were stirred monthly.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eAlc: 13%\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003eVintages may change.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Mineral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488054911293,"sku":null,"price":74.98,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12304-1.jpg?v=1729030176"},{"product_id":"carrick-bannockburn-pinot-noir-2017","title":"Carrick Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2017","description":"\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cstrong\u003eSpice\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cb\u003eCherry\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cstrong\u003eSupple tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Bold fruits with a savoury nuance and earthiness and a spicy palate with flavours of cherries and a fine sand-like profile. A supple, rich wine with a lengthy finish\" Cuisine Magazine, Apr 2020\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"This ageworthy, organically certified red was estate-grown and matured in French oak barriques. Fullcoloured, it is mouthfilling, concentrated, savoury and structured, with ripe cherry, plum, spice and nut flavours, slightly earthy notes adding complexity, real depth through the palate and a long finish\" Winestate Magazine, Oct 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tVibrant fruit with fragrant aromatics are the hallmarks of this wine. The vintage was slightly lighter than the 2016 with red fruits to the fore. The wine shows texture and a lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t100% Pinot Noir on its own roots planted 1993, Biodynamic principles, practiced from 2011, Organic certification to European Union equivalence since 2008.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAll fruit hand-picked, natural yeasts, on skins for three weeks. Matured in French oak, 20% new. Bottled September 2018, without fining or filtration. Minimal addition of preservative.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"EuroVintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488060940605,"sku":"CA2PNOIR17","price":263.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12468-1.jpg?v=1729030231"},{"product_id":"trapiche-oak-cask-malbec-2018-argentina","title":"Trapiche Oak Cask Malbec 2018 (Argentina)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis Malbec displays intense red colored wine, in the glass, with some violet hues. On the nose, there are fruity aromas with notes of plums and black cherries. The palate is soft and round, with a touch of truffles and vanilla. The experience ends with a beautiful finishing touch that is spicy and full, with chewy tannins and ample flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tMalbec is Argentina’s flagship variety, and the country has the largest Malbec acreage in the world. Trapiche are one of the most highly respected Argentinian producers. The vineyards planted in front of their iconic winery are managed entirely using this process, in line with their fundamental principle of “Constant Innovation and Diversity.” Not only does this help them grow extraordinary grapes, it also allows them to identify new techniques to create better wines year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBio-dynamics is a meticulous approach that forbids the use of chemicals, herbicides, and fungicides; it aims for a balanced ecosystem, biodiversity and the recovery of the bacterial activity in soil. The only fertilizers allowed in this vineyard, are vegetable and animal wastes from bio-dynamic farms. This approach for vineyards assumes that the moon cycles and the planetary positions influence vine growth, similar to their influence on the tides. 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The name references the Carrick Bend our symbol of the people and land, here it is a metaphor for the more relaxed style of this wine. It's essentially a declassification of wine from the Carrick vineyards, so has all the care and attention of the other Pinots, but bottled earlier with less new oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFruit-driven, sensual, flavoursome, succulent, this is beautifully ripe, replete with berries and cherries and a brambly character. A light fining and filtering ensures the fruit characters remain intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFine, well-balanced and red fruited, Matured in French oak barrique for 8 months, with 9% new oak, the Unravelled is light-bodied and finely structured. The 2018 has lovely flow, with cherry and black plum notes, as well as some subtle spice. We enjoy this as our day to day dinner wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis wine has undergone biodynamic principals since 2011 and organically certified since 2008.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: We encourage you to enjoy this as your day to day dinner wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"EuroVintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488061497661,"sku":"CA2UPNO618","price":137.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12483-1.jpg?v=1729030235"},{"product_id":"burn-cottage-vineyard-central-otago-pinot-noir-2017","title":"Burn Cottage Vineyard Central Otago Pinot Noir 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"If you thought Central Otago was all about bright Fruit-driven Pinot, then get this in your glass. This biodynamic vineyard overlooking Cromwell has produced a mellow, savoury and nuanced expression with the most beautifully handled tannins of the vintage- they are mouth coating yet provide structure in combination with the fresh acidity. Drinking window 2020-2030\" Rebecca Gibb, Master of Wine, Decanter Magazine\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBright lifted red fruit notes complement darker savoury earth tones along with spice, a touch of chocolate and subtle blood orange nuances. The palate is generous and complex, focused throughout by a mineral freshness and energy, and supported by lovely acidity with persistence of fine textural tannins. A wine that will continue to gain complexity, and a we expect a cellaring potential of 10+ years.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis vintage experienced a mild winter, and after an initially dry spring, a good amount of rain followed. An early bud-burst was followed by cooler periods, aside from brief heat spikes in November. 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An elegant wine with appealing purity and suppleness. There is also a suggestion of floral character, perhaps red rose? Delicious now but no rush\" Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Real Review, Mar 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Very good colour and the wine is all-round bright, fresh, clean and lovely. The tannins are softer here than in the past, although it's till highly structured. Tannins are less blocky and the wine less extracted. Delicious Pinot; superb quality\" Huon Hooke, Real Review, Jan 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Certified biodynamic, the refined, youthful 2017 vintage was estate-grown at Bendigo, hand-picked and matured in French oak barriques (28% new). Deeply coloured, it is invitingly perfumed, with strong, ripe flavours, vibrant and supple, excellent complexity, and a long finely poised finish. Already drinking well, it should be at its best from 2021 onwards\" Michael Cooper, May 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Fresh, supple and rounded with sweet red cherry and raspberry fruit. Has nice polish and texture but also good structure and acidity. Ripe, expressive, elegant and grown up\" Jamie Goode, Feb 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"This is a very good Pinot, delivering a mix of powerful fruit and a focused structure. Violets and ripe red cherries sit amid gently stony, flinty nuances, leading to a palate that has a succulent, lithe and juicy core of vibrant cherries and chalky tannins. Great Pinot\" James Suckling, Jamessuckling.com, Oct 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA divine ruby red in colour, with intense cherry and berry aromas. This Pinot Noir is rich on the palate with dark cherry, subtle floral and herbaceous notes. An excellent depth, fine tannins and a long vibrant finish make this wine particularly memorable.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis wine is from a BioGro certified organic and Demeter certified biodynamic estate vineyard located in the Bendigo sub-region of Central Otago. The vineyard was planted in 1998 after careful site selection. The soils on the beautiful north facing slope are Waenga fine sandy loam and Letts steepland soil with an elevation of 2017 - 264 metres, on 44.55o South.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAlthough the Central Otago Summer was cooler and windier than usual, the fruit proudly ripended as normal. The season produced smaller bunches and lower berry weight which resulted in the grapes being concentrated with pleasing structure and weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tHand-picked on the 31st March and 5th April, each clone was small batch vinified with a small percentage of whole cluster per ferment. Cold soaked for up to 7 days before indigenous yeast fermentation kicked in. Gentle plunging each day, followed by post maceration of up to 11 days to ensure optimum fruit and tannin balance. Total time on skin; 23 days. Drained directly into selected French oak barriques (28% new) where the wine aged for 12 months during which wild malolactic fermentation occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe winemaking was very much in keeping with the traditional practices of the Old World. The winemaker, Rudi Bauer, has combined these techniques, and his own personal understanding, to create this wonderful wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Vintners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488069460285,"sku":null,"price":239.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12700-1.jpg?v=1729030306"},{"product_id":"rippon-central-otago-sauvignon-blanc-2018","title":"Rippon Central Otago Sauvignon Blanc 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tVery pale gold with a hint of green. Subtle aromas, grassy with a tinge of gooseberry. A little broad, subtle style. Simple and straightforward but clean. This wine has ripe, clean fruit and good flavour. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tPicked by hand into small, 10kg cases allowing the fruit to arrive at the winery's sorting table intact. It is then whole cluster pressed over 4 hours and run, by gravity, into a settling tank. 12 hours of settling is passed after which the juice is racked, retaining fine lees, and run separately into seasoned\/neutral French oak barrels (52% of total) and a fermentation tank (stainless-steel foudre).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe winery's resident yeast population (non-inoculated) started fermenting on day 5, with a temperature between 18-28ºC over 13 days. Both tank and barrel components were racked, blended, cold stabilised and filtered before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: Pair with Goats Cheese \u0026amp; Feta on crackers or on a fresh Strawberry and Pistachio Salad. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Negociants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488076308797,"sku":null,"price":319.56,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12886-1.jpg?v=1729030367"},{"product_id":"rippon-central-otago-riesling-2017","title":"Rippon Central Otago Riesling 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Beautiful clarity of aromas in the grapefruit and lime-peel zone. Then abundant stony, flinty, wet rock complexity. Immensely fresh palate, this is full of life and has a very long, seamless run to a dry, flavoursome finish. Drink or hold\" James Suckling, Jamessuckling.com\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tLime juice freshly crushed in a mortar and pestle made of schist, the soil and the energy of the site is evident in this taut and linear Riesling. Aromas of wet rock, lemon zest, white flowers and nougat. Enjoy in its youth or cellar for 10 years with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tPicked by hand into small, 10kg cases allowing the fruit to arrive at the winery's sorting table intact. It is gently crushed by foot and left to macerate on skins overnight. 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Equally youthful on the palate with a vibrant and energy filled flavour profile – crushed rocks, dark red berry fruits, oak spice and whispers of smoke, organic and adventurous. Dry and lengthy, savoury, dried herb offset with a core of red berry fruit flavours. Youthful textures from tannins and acidity. A delicious wine but also a very young wine\" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier, Apr 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tRippon, the western board of Roy's Bay, Lake Wanaka. Rippon's north-facing escarpment forms the meeting point of terminal moraines and coarse gravels; all based in schist. Rippon, a wine issued from all of the fully developed Pinot Noir vines, is considered the farm voice of this distinct parcel of land.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tPicked by hand into small, 10kg cases allowing the fruit to arrive at the winery's sorting table undamaged and intact. This wine represents many small parcels of different clones, vine ages and micro-sites within a single Vineyard: Rippon. They were picked and fermented separately in 13, 2-tonne stainless-steel fermenters.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tEach parcel is fermented and matured apart before blending. The winery's resident yeast population (non-inoculated) started fermenting on the 7th-9thth day of cuvaison. The ferments reached maximum temperatures of 15-30 Celsius.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t12 months of new (24%) to 4 year old French oak barrels. The malolactic fermentation went through unaided (non-inoculated) in springtime; it was then racked back into barrel and allowed a second winter in barrel before being run directly into bottle without filtering or fining.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: Pair with Duck, Goose and Game Birds\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Negociants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488076407101,"sku":null,"price":686.76,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12890-1.jpg?v=1729030368"},{"product_id":"seresin-estate-leah-marlborough-pinot-noir-2017","title":"Seresin Estate Leah Marlborough Pinot Noir 2017","description":"\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cstrong\u003eFresh cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cb\u003eBerry fruit\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cb\u003eElegant structure\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Certified organic, the 2017 vintage was estate-grown in the Raupo Creek vineyard, in the Omaka Valley, hand-picked and matured for 15 months in French oak barriques (10 per cent new). Deep ruby, it is mouthfilling and savoury, with fresh cherry, plum and spice flavours, nutty and savoury, and good tannin backbone. Well worth cellaring, it should be at its best 2022+\" Michael Cooper, NZ Wines Buyers Guide, 2021\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA blend from two of Seresin's vineyard sites, Leah is named after Michael Seresin’s daughter. Exhibits bright, fragrant berry-fruit aromas, interlaced with spice and herbal notes. The wine is focused and concentrated, with a succulent fruit core, framed by fine-grained tannins and a mouth-watering acidity. An elegant and understated style with immediate appeal, but structure to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe large majority of the fruit comes from the clay-rich hillside of the Raupo Creek Vineyard, which is located in the Omaka Valley. 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The wine went through natural malolactic fermentation during 11 months maturation, before it was bottled lightly filtered and unfined.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Mineral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488087023933,"sku":null,"price":179.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/13184-1.jpg?v=1729030465"},{"product_id":"black-estate-home-waipara-pinot-noir-2017","title":"Black Estate Home Waipara Pinot Noir 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFire brick hue. Compelling fresh and vibrant aromas of wild forest berry’s, wild rose petal, and humid earth. Dense mouth coating tannins that are tightly wound and gradually melt to reveal rich berry fruits, red current , and humus. The balance gives a clear impression of the highly mineralised sedimentary clay soils of the Home Vineyard. Drink now to 2028.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis Black Estate Home Pinot Noir was grown on our Home Vineyard located 6 kilometres north east of the Waipara Junction, in the Omihi sub-district of Waipara Valley, North Canterbury. This is a north facing sedimentary clay fan on a gentle hill side slope. The soils are mainly Awapuni clay with calcium carbonate deposits. The un-grafted Pinot Noir vines are predominantly 10-5 clone and were planted in 1994 at a vine density of 1841 vines per hectare. The new planting completed in 2011 has 2.0ha planted at 6177 vine\/ha with 115, 667, 828, 943, Abel, and UCD5 clones. Organic and biodynamic farming practices have been used since 2010. Home Vineyard became fully certified organic with BioGro in March 2017.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tdry mild winter meant a continuation of the drought in the North Canterbury region. However a mild spring allowed good early spring growth and small but regular rainfalls prevented vine stress in the first half of the season. January’s New Year brought more intensity to the season with high winds and very dry conditions. Vine growth was restricted and our vineyard team worked hard to limit stress on the vine canopy. Humid weather returned in early March meaning we had to ensure ripening bunches had maximum exposure to light and ventilation to reduce the potential for crop loss to botrytis. Fruit thinning continued right up to harvest further reducing crop levels. Considerate picking decisions and careful hand sorting was required to work between rain showers and ensure only the ripest and cleanest fruit was selected. Another unique season with some late season challenges has produced rare wines with great purity, freshness and complex delicate flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tHand harvested fruit was 95% de-stemmed without crushing giving an average of 75% whole berry. Inoculated using vineyard derived yeast the wine fermented for 28 days in 0.5 to 2.5 ton open top fermenters. The vats were plunged using hand and foot two times per day during the peak of ferment. Each vat was pressed individually using a basket press. The wines were matured in 228L French Barrels for 12 months, 0% were new. The wine was then racked from barrel, blended and settled in tank for 5 months and then bottled without fining or filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Mineral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488087056701,"sku":null,"price":251.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/13186-1.jpg?v=1729030465"},{"product_id":"urlar-gladstone-organic-gladstone-pinot-noir-2017","title":"Urlar Gladstone Organic Gladstone Pinot Noir 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe classic 2017 vintage delivers an elegant wine of dark red berry fruits, dried herbs and spicy savoury notes. There are complex layers of spice, earthy cedar and forest floor. Elegantly concentrated with fine tannins and a silky texture and a lingering intensity of dark chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tProudly, family owned. The winemakers vision is to produce outstanding single vineyard wines that reflect their origins. They feel the only way to give integrity to this vision is to grow grapes and make wine util ising both organic and biodynamic principles. Urlar; Gaelic for the Earth, is the heart of their farming system. The desire is to bring an abundance of life back to these ancient soils, so you can discover the purity of flavour that is inherent in the land.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe grapes were harvested by parcel (clone) on flavours and skin ripeness. Each clone was fermented separately in a mixture of traditional oak cuves and stainless-steel vats after undergoing a period of cold soak to enhance colour extraction. The winemaking style encourages fruit complexity, texture and balance. The wine was matured in 40% new French oak barriques for 10 months. 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The grapes come from vineyards consisting of shale (Galestro) 70%, sandstone (Arenaria-Calcare-Pietraforte) 20%, limestone (Alberese) 10%. The vineyards age range from plantings 2003-2010. The vinification and maturation is reminiscent of a more traditional style Chianti Classico; the result is a fresh and fruity, medium-bodied, well-balanced wine, with a nice structure, juicy acidity and a long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis wine is made of 100% Sangiovese grapes (since 2010). Grapes were fermented and macerated (skin on) in a combination of concrete and stainless steel vats for an average of 23 days. They were then naturally fermented in oak and finally matured for 18 months in large casks, non-lined concrete (30%) and used Tonneaux. 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Medium bodied with an integrated acidity and abundant fruit flavours of bramble, pomegranate and red cherry, spiced with nutmeg and clove. The savoury notes return with proscuitto, mushroom and tapenade. Complex, with finesse and sensuality - many layers unfold as the wine wakes up after an hour or two. Just a smoky hint of oak frames the back of the palate. The earthiness comes back towards the finish - with a lick of pencil lead minerality. The finish is astounding - imagine all the elements returning in a grand symphonic finale, showing remarkable length. A hidden gem; eclipsed ay other Pinot this year\" David Walker Bell, Winefolio, Dec 2020\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"This is gorgeously ripe and perfumed on the nose showing dark cherry, spiced plum and vanilla characters with nuances of dried herb and dark mushroom. 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