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Very attractive wine that’s all about power delivered with great subtelty. Lovely fresh bread yeastiness. Bone dry\" Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Real Review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I drink this regularly and always enjoy it. Wonderful aromas of light dough, fresh flowers and sliced pears and peaches.  Full-bodied yet agileand fresh, it shows layers of marvelous light tropical fruit and cream with hints of dough on the finish. Mostly 2011 with some reserve wines. From 47% pinot meunier, 30% chardonnay and the rest pinot noir \" James Suckling, Wine Spectator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I tasted 18 current non vintage cuvées of the most famous champagne houses last week blind – a rare treat – and Billecart- Salmon Brut Réserve was the most impressive for me\" Jancis Robinson, Master of Wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cuvée, with reflections of straw yellow, stands out by the finesse of its slowly rising bubbles and its persistent and abounding mousse. Maturity touched with floral freshness for this cuvée that breathes aromas of fresh fruit and ripe pears. A full and accurate flavour combined with a fine freshness and a rich bouquet bear witness to the ageing of this cuvée in the House’s traditional cellars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brut Réserve is a light, fine and harmonious champagne. Its blend is made with Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier from three different years, sourced from the best sites in the Champagne region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BILLECART-SALMON Brut Réserve is the ideal partner for every occasion. It is perfect as an aperitif and can be enjoyed with a wide variety of dishes. 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Best drinking from day of purchase through 2029\" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier, Oct 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/Scale_1.png?v=1740367680\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/Scale_-_Dry.png?v=1773371321\" alt=\"Scale_-_Dry\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The utter restraint of Billecart places delicate rosés very close to its heart... Antoine Billecart delights in recalling a tasting in which he poured the wine in black glasses for sommeliers. No one identified it as a rosé... A restrained and elegantly pretty rosé of pale salmon hue and very subtle strawberry hull and white cherry fruit. Delightfully understated and elegantly persistant, it carries its grace and poise amidst a taut profile of refined acidity and soft mineral presence. This cuvée is at its best in its youth\" Tyson Stelzer, The Champagne Guide, 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Orange pink. Wonderfully dry and complex Rose with a peacock’s tail of flavours that are most obvious on the finish. Beautifully balanced. A delicate and very appealing wine\" Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Jul 2006\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Bright, pale peach and eye-of-the-partridge pink colour with some depth, the bubbles moderately fine and persistent. The bouquet is full with softly packed and concentrated aromas of red florals, strawberries and red fruits, melded with complex bready-yeasty autolysis and a note of aldehyde detail. This has richness, volume and presence. Dry to taste and medium-bodied, the palate has poised succulence and richness of soft red berry fruits, quince and red florals, integrated with plenty of soft bready-yeasty autolytic complexity. The flavours are mouthfilling, but balanced by mouthwatering acidity and soft effervescence. The wine flows smoothly and gently to a long, nuanced finish. This is a harmoniously full and gently concentrated rosé Champagne with rich fruit flavours ad integrated autolytic complexity. It is drinking beautifully now. Serve as an aperitif, with antipasto and tapas, and dim sum over the next 2+ years. A blend of 40% Chardonnay and 30% each of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, primary ferment in stainless-steel with MLF conversion, including 40% reserve wine, and Pinot Noir red wine added, resulting in 9 g\/L dosage, the wine spending 24 months on lees\" Raymond Chan, Jun 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé was, as usual, beautifully balanced and delicate – a top example of the style\" Tyson Stelzer, Australia’s leading writer on champagne, Taste Champagne 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Finely meshed and elegant, with mouth-watering acidity and satiny texture carrying the delicate flavours of ripe raspberry, lemon shortbread, chalk and fresh ginger. Offers a clean, minerally finish\" Wine Spectator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This superb Champagne has become my go-to rosé Champagne because it is so consistent and good\" Robert Parker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Surely the most consistent rosé on the market, with a very strong and loyal following to prove the point... This release is definitely on-song, with an abundance of fragrant red berry fruits and spice on the bouquet and palate alike; then follows a long, penetrating, yet fine, finish and aftertaste. One of those Champagnes you can drink anywhere, any time\" James Halliday, The Wine Companion, Top 100 Wines of 2011\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Such an elegant, ethereal wine, this orange-pink wine is dry and crisp with fruity raspberry flavor at the fore. This particular bottling could improve for a year, but makes a great food Champagne now.\" Wine Enthusiast, Jan 2013\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Vibrantly effervescent with delicate hints of rosehips, strawberry, citrus and tropical fruit supported by beautifully balanced savoury, spicy, mealy notes and a long, creamy finish\" New Zealand International Wine Show, 2013\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This is clearly one of my favorite rose Champagnes out there.  I love the freshness and clarity in the wine, from its light pink color to crisp acidity and minerally, chalky character on the finish.  Its full-bodied and dense yet agile with amazing length and beauty.  Refreshing and vibrant. As it warms, it gives you delicate pinot noir character like Aloxe-Corton oranother excellent appelation. Drink Now.\" James Suckling, Jamessuckling.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe production secrets and the vinification method of this cuvée go back to the origins of the House of BILLECART-SALMON and have been handed down for seven generations. The Brut Rosé is a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir vinified as red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts pale and bright pink colour is adorned with warm glints of gold and its delicate slowly rising bubbles give it a persistent mousse. This cuvée unveils a subtle\u003cbr\u003earoma leading to an elegant, delicate bouquet of fine notes of red fruits and zest of citrus fruits. Its special method of vinification gives this cuvée a light, elegant flavour, followed by a fresh finish with a taste of raspberry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood Pairing: This rosé champagne is an ideal partner as an aperitif and can also accompany a dish of wild salmon or sushi. For dessert, it will add a sublime touch to red fruit flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DhallNash","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49487798272317,"sku":"53406_NV_750_BX","price":176.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/6187-1.jpg?v=1729028249"},{"product_id":"billecart-salmon-brut-rose-nv-magnum-1-5l-france","title":"Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé NV Magnum 1.5L (France)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"This is clearly one of my favorite rose Champagnes out there.  I love the freshness and clarity in the wine, from its light pink color to crisp acidity and minerally, chalky character on the finish.  Its full-bodied and dense yet agile with amazing length and beauty.  Refreshing and vibrant. As it warms, it gives you delicate pinot noir character like Aloxe-Corton oranother excellent appelation. Drink Now.\" James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/Scale_1.png?v=1740367680\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/Scale_-_Dry.png?v=1773371321\" alt=\"Scale_-_Dry\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe production secrets and the vinification method of this cuvée go back to the origins of the House of BILLECART-SALMON and have been handed down for seven generations. The Brut Rosé is a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir vinified as red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts pale and bright pink colour is adorned with warm glints of gold and its delicate slowly rising bubbles give it a persistent mousse. This cuvée unveils a subtle\u003cbr\u003earoma leading to an elegant, delicate bouquet of fine notes of red fruits and zest of citrus fruits. Its special method of vinification gives this cuvée a light, elegant flavour, followed by a fresh finish with a taste of raspberry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rosé champagne is an ideal partner as an aperitif and can also accompany a dish of wild salmon or sushi. For dessert, it will add a sublime touch to red fruit flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DhallNash","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49487798305085,"sku":"53406_NV_1500_BX","price":433.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/6188-1.jpg?v=1729028249"},{"product_id":"antipodes-sparkling-mineral-water-1l","title":"Antipodes Sparkling Mineral Water (1L)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Brilliant shiny appearance with a high silver reflection. On the nose: a gentle mineral suggestion. One the palate the immediate hit of the CO2 emphasises a more masculine expression than with the still water. This CO2 in particular also shows off the minerality within the water - which remains gentle in texture, but with a slightly louder voice. If I had to suggest any other flavours it would be a citrus note due to the high toned lift the water expressed. There is a definite 'more-ish' quality to this sparkling water - the palate seeks another mouthful to continually refresh and revitalise the taste buds. In enjoying this sparkling water Antipodes have discovered its suitability for preparing the palate for the food I am enjoying, or a fine wine - or both!\" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBottled water is an essential addition to a beverage program in many dining rooms and bars - customer expectations of quality in bottled water is high, given it is often a discerning choise. While offering filtered tap water should always be an option, you are doing your guests a disservice by denying them a selection of delicious waters, sparkling and still.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDiscovering the bottled water that suits your business, food and beverage programme, and customer base can be as exciting and rewarding as finding those fine wines that embellish your list and excite you. 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The nose is lifted and fresh with notes of passionfruit and grapefruit. The sweet fruit characters on the palate and fresh acidity combine to create an expressive, classy Sauvignon Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBeautiful with barbequed fresh seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t2015 was an incredibly smooth harvest which commenced around a week earlier than expected. This was due to the consistently dry, warm weather we enjoyed all summer in Marlborough, as well as the lighter crop from the cooler weather over the flowering period. Successfully harvested in good time, the grapes displayed all of the qualities for which Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc has become world-renowned. 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Beautiful label, stunning wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"95pts... \u003c\/strong\u003eThe colour is pale salmon-pink and the bouquet is shy and subtle, savoury and more than simple fruit. Good depth of flavour, richness and the finish has harmony and persistence. Very more-ish. An outstanding southern French rosé\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(190, 51, 24); font-size: 12px;\"\u003eHuonHooke.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Beautifully delicate and poised, this delightful rose from the south of France shows white stone fruit, lemon peel, apple blossom and subtle strawberry characters on the nose. The palate is elegantly fruited and finely textured, and displays lovely fruit purity and linear mouthfeel, leading to a sustained crisp finish. 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Though too intense for sipping alone, tempered with mixers like gingerale and lime juice, it has the potential to add rich spice and intrigue in all the right places.' - Kara Newman, Wine Enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tInky espresso, in colour the Karken Rum is the world’s only ink black spiced rum. There is nutmeg, vanilla and cinnamon tfound on the nose and dark chocolate, clove, christmas cake, toffee on the plalate. The taste offers a slight mouth tingle with no fire-edge, whilst the finish is long with lingering cinnamon and coffee notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tOffering the versatility of being able to be drunk straight or with a mixer. Where, most spiced rums require a mixer – commonly burn when served straight- The Kraken by contrast can be sipped on its own. The Kraken works well with cola, ginger beer or energy drink and can be used in a variety of cocktails. In the hands of a talented mixologist The Kraken hasunlimited potential!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe  Kraken  is  made  from  a  blend  of  light,  molasses-based  rums  produced  in  Trinidad  and  Tobago.  The  Kraken  is  infused  with  11  different  herbs  and  spices. The rum is 40% ABV and the higher alcohol concentration means that less water is added to reduce it to its bottling proof - this results in more of its natural flavours remaining intact. The Kraken is a black spiced rum produced in Trinidad and Tobago.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tTaking its name from a legendary sea monster of gigantic proportions. A Kraken was known to feed on whales, ships and men. It is said that a ship carrying a large consignment of black spiced caribbean rum was attacked and taken down by a Kraken. Barrels of dark rum drifted from the ship and were renamed ‘The Kraken’ as a tribute to the beasts power and might. The bottle features a large octopus-like cephalopod rising from the deep as if to attack an unsuspecting schooner or galleon. The bottle is designed with dual grab handles, like something a Pirate would sling over his shoulder in a drunken haze.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"EuroVintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49487902933309,"sku":"KR2KRAKENV","price":53.85,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/9009-1.jpg?v=1729029101"},{"product_id":"klipdrift-premium-brandy-750ml","title":"Klipdrift Premium Brandy (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Very grapey brandy with aromas of milk chocolate, sponge cake and caramel. Gentle woodiness and warming alcohol on the palate with a sweet, fruity finish\" World Brandy Awarda 2016\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Bright gold. Nose leads with ripe and dried apricot. Smoke, sweet tobacco and floral notes follow. Fine oak support. Clean and lean in the mouth with highlighted ripe fruit and hints of vanilla. Elegant and light in the mouth with great balance. Fruit shows well in clean, fine finish\" Internatioanl Wine \u0026amp; Spirit Competition 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Richer and fuller in every respect. The prune and dried apricot are there but with greater maturity bringing sweet tobacco and rich spice and fine oak. Great combination and ever so pleasing. The smoothness probably keeps it from showing better as it is just so smooth and easy flowing. Drink it to enjoy just how\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tgood it is\" Internatioanl Wine \u0026amp; Spirit Competition 2013\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis is South Africa's best selling brandy. Klipdrift is the market leader in brandy, and has over time become almost synonymous with the brandy category in the minds of consumers. The first Klipdrift brandy was blended, bottled and sold from the farm Klipdrift near Robertson in January 1938. At first the owner and cellarmaster, JP Marais, made limited quantities of this exclusive brandy available selling it by means of direct mail order.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tKlipdrift is synonymous with generosity and hospitality. No matter where you are, when you open a bottle of Klipdrift the kuier starts right there and then. This phenomenon inspired our new campaign and the payoff: \"Make yourself at home\".\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tMeticulously blended in over 50 year old pot stills, Klipdrift Premium is the result of master brandy distillers’ dedication to the craft of making a brandy, that over the years has come to be known simply as...Premium. Amber gold. The nose prominent flavours are cedar notes, tobacco and spices. This one is full-bodied but smooth brandy, a testimony to the ideal melding of time, wood and skill and perfect maturation. Although there are many different flavours of spices, tobacco and wood, they are not separate but perfectly combined and married together. This is Klipdrift Premium. This product will be remembered for its smoothness!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"EuroVintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49487903457597,"sku":"KL1PRE40NV","price":62.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/9024-1.jpg?v=1729029105"},{"product_id":"lustau-pedro-ximenez-san-emilio-sherry-nv-375ml-spain","title":"Lustau Pedro Ximenez San Emilio Sherry NV 375ml (Spain)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Outstanding ‘PX’ dessert sherry with a heavenly sticky date scent and deliciously thick liquid orange toffee caramel and brandy-soaked muscatel flavours steeped with hedonistic, high-toned, salty, rancio old oak notes that linger magnificently\" New Zealand International Wine Show 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/Scale_7.png?v=1741663185\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Complex aromas of baked banana, fig, prune, and raisins. Dense and concentrated on the palate, with caramelised hazelnuts. Hints of Christmas cake spice and dried fruits... A luscious, rich wine!\" International Wine Challenge 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Baked figs, caramel, nutmeg and clove. Like cake mix from grandmas bowl. Elegant freshness to lift the fruit\" International Wine Challenge 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Treacle tart with rum and raisin ice-cream and butterscotch. Layers of complexity, stylish and well structured with an intense and lingering finish and an edge of orange peel\" International Wine Challenge 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Mocha, chocolate, orange peel, candied mandarin, star anise spice. Vibrant, intense, long-coffee finish. Exotic, complex, a memorable finish\" International Wine Challenge 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Opaque and viscous in appearance. Opulent, raisiny, expressive and indulgent on the nose; brooding and sweetly scented with a medley of dried fruits and dark chocolate. Silky smooth and luxuriously textured in the mouth; luscious yet balanced with an intensely sweet flavour delivery of coffee, fruitcake and liquorice. Concentrated and powerful on the finish\" International Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Competition 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Coffee-cream, milk chocolate and raisin. Unctously sweet with cacao and coffee complexity\" Decanter Woeld Wine Awards 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Delivers the weight you expect from a PX, but with fresher cut. The singed walnut, brown bread, ginger, ganache and Turkish coffee notes are allied to a mouthwatering spearmint and treacle spine. Features good energy through the finish to match the mouthcoating feel\" James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, Aug 2014\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Deep polished oak colour with a coppery hue. Intense concentrated aromas, redolent of dried figs and dates with molasses and spice. Syrupy, sweet and textural in the mouth, a very good example of PX showing sweetness and length with a dry aftertaste, which demonstrates its finesse\" International Wine \u0026amp; Spirit Competition 2016\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis full, vigorous and perfectly balanced wine is produced from sun–dried Pedro Ximenez grapes. Lustau Pedro Ximenez San Emilio dark mahogony colour is almost black, with a delicious deep bouquet of the essence of sweet raisins. The taste is very sweet, smooth, pronounced and delicous just like dried raisins or sweet grape juice. It is smooth and sweet in the mouth. This Sherry is best served chilled\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSherry, is the anglicised version of Sherish, the Arab name for the city of Jerez. The wonder of Sherry is that one wine can take on so many different characters. It can be light and bone dry, it can be smooth and nutty, it can be rich and concentrated. The style of Sherry will depend on the way the dry white wine of the Palomino Fino develops. Sweet Sherries come from the careful blending of the dry wines of the Paolmino Fino with the sweet wines made from Pedro Ximenez and Moscatel grapes. In the bodegas of the Jerez region there lives a rare phenomenon. A yeast called Flor del Vino, or, for short, Flor, thrives in the cool, humid conditions. It grows like a smooth, creamy layer on top of the wine as it lies maturing in the butts, protecting the wine from oxidation, keeping it fresh even as it ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood Pairing: This is a very sweet dessert wine that whislt it can be consumed its own also compliments rich, fruity puddings. It is also classically used as the sauce for one of the famous desserts of Jerez: vanilla ice cream with Pedro Ximénez Sherry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EuroVintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49487903850813,"sku":"LU1XIME1NV","price":239.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/9034-1.jpg?v=1729029109"},{"product_id":"saint-clair-pioneer-block-10-twin-hills-marlborough-chardonnay-2016","title":"Saint Clair Pioneer Block 10 Twin Hills Marlborough Chardonnay 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tPale gold in complextion with a fresh peach, ripe pink grapefruit, vanilla, dried fig and aromatic spice nose. The palate is elegant and complex with stone fruit, a hint of orange, toasted hazelnut and a toffee note. Ten months maturation on lees in French oak barrels has created a rich creaminess and fine tannin structure. This wine will continue to evolve and develop complexity over the next five years and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe fruit was predominantly sourced from the valley between twin peaks in Marlborough’s Southern Valleys sub-region. The terroir in these areas is predominantly soils that are clay based alluvial and a topography that is level in the valley below low lying foothills. The climate is warm days and cool nights, creating diurnal temperature changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe vines are Mendoza and Burgundian Clone 95.The vines were monitored carefully during ripening and fruit was harvested at maximum flavour maturity and physiological ripeness.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe fruit was partially handpicked and whole bunch pressed to ensure the vineyard characters and fruit flavours were preserved. The juice was barrel fermented in 100 per cent French oak (50 per cent new oak barrels, 25 per cent second fill and 25 per cent third fill) using selected yeast strains. The wine underwent malolactic fermentation, followed by 10 months aging on yeast lees, with regular stirring. Only the best barrels were selected for the Twin Hills Pioneer Block wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: Buttered prawns on a creamy lemon fettucine.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Negociants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49487904899389,"sku":null,"price":140.62,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/9066-1.jpg?v=1729029118"},{"product_id":"pickerings-gin-1947-700ml","title":"Pickerings Gin 1947 (700ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe nose offers dried lime peels at first, though this soon develops a core of chopped green herbs. Soft and creamy to the initial taste, followed by cinnamon, clove and fruit notes resulting in an almost mince pie-like flavour profile. Cardamom, coriander, clove and cinnamon spice lead to a crisp, refreshing and long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand crafted at Summerhall Distillery – the first exclusive gin distillery to be established in Edinburgh for over 150 years. Spicier, sweeter and more intense, it’s a decadent trip back to the last days of the Raj, the 1947 edition is made precisely to our original recipe, as it was written down in Mount Mary, Bombay, in 1947. Here the botanical mix includes cinnamon, which adds a decidedly warming and spicy kick to the spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended serve: with ice, tonic and a wedge of orange. For a more warming drink, substitute tonic water for ginger ale.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EuroVintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49487909716285,"sku":"PI219470NV","price":72.98,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/9202-1.jpg?v=1729029160"},{"product_id":"laurent-perrier-la-cuvee-champagne-nv-france","title":"Laurent-Perrier La Cuvée Champagne NV (France)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Rich, weighty wine with strong autolysis character. Quite a bold, mouth-filling wine in a complex style with brioche, roasted nut and hazelnut character. Good use of aged material, although the wine still has freshness\" Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Real Review, Nov 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The brioche and cooked-apple and cream character really comes through here. Full-bodied and round with fine bubbles. Flavorful and intense. Vivid, bread-dough finish. This is four years on lees. 55% Chardonnay and the rest Pinot\" James Suckling, Jul 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A superb wine, outstanding for such a large maker and for the 'workhorse' wine of such a big house. Very creamy. Hints of peach and toast. A lovely soft, rich, full-flavoured but also refined wine\" Huon Hooke, Real Review, Mar 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Elegant, even, nutty, fruity and enticing autolysis bouquet; aromas and flavours of lemon, yellow apple, grapefruit and white peach; abundant autolysis flavours with a soft chalky texture accentuated by bright bold acidity; Firm mousse with a plush bubble carrying plenty of flavour and finish. The finish is dry and lengthy with citrus and tree fruits wrapped in a light brioche blanket are at the core of this wine. Drink anytime. Best from now and through 2027\" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pale gold in colour. Fine bubbles feed a persistent mousse. A delicate nose with hints of fresh citrus and white flowers. The wine’s complexity is expressed in successive notes such as vine peach and white fruit notes. A perfect balance between freshness and delicacy with fruity flavours very present on the finish. Serve between 8°C and 10°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine comes from the purest grape juice and it alone allows Laurent-Perrier to craft “La Cuvée”, a champagne of great finesse and a beautiful freshness obtained after a long ageing process in our cellars. Laurent-Perrier’s style and personality are defined by its very high proportion of Chardonnay. Purity, freshness and elegance - essential characteristics, expressed in this champagne - are a good introduction to the spirit of the House. For blending, only the musts of the cuvée are used, so only 80 % of the grape juice extracted from pressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood Pairing: This fresh and pure wine is perfect for an apéritif. Its citrus and white fruit notes and its remarkable balance, supported by a subtle effervescence,\u003cbr\u003emake it an ideal accompaniment to poultry and the finest fish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RedWhite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49487921709373,"sku":null,"price":263.97,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/9433-1.jpg?v=1729029233"},{"product_id":"julicher-estate-martinborough-pinot-noir-2014","title":"Julicher Estate Martinborough Pinot Noir 2014","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"A gorgeous expression; the fragrant bouquet shows dark berry, cocoa, clove, cedar and truffle characters. It is concentrated and generously fruited on the palate, while remaining elegant and poised. The wine offers plush mouthfeel and persistence, as well as loads of delicious flavours, wonderfully framed by polished tannins. At its best: now to 2021\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Apr 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Dark ruby-red colour with some depth, a little lighter on the rim. The nose is full and deep with concentrated aromas of ripe, dark-red and black berried fruit along with savoury herb notes and a complex amalgam of whole bunch stalk elements and earthy detail. This has excellent intensity and presence and is a classic expression of Martinborough. Medium-full bodied, the palate has gently mouthfilling flavours of ripe, savoury dark-red and black berried fruits layered with complex herb, whole bunch and earthy flavours. The fruit is supported by fine, grainy tannin extraction with soft, integrated acidity. The palate has power and underlying drive that carries the wine to a softly full, lingering, complex nuanced finish. This is a classical Martinborough Pinot Noir with rich, softly full, savoury dark-red and black fruits with a complex layer of dark herbs, stalks and earthy nuances. Serve with wild duck and pork, or slow-cooked game meat over the next 6-7+ years. A barrel selection blend. Clones 6, 115 and Abel from ‘Julicher Estate’, hand-picked and fermented with 25% whole bunches to 13.67% alc., the wine aged 10 months in 25% new French oak\" Raymond Chan, 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDramatically perfumed on the nose with complex aromas of dark plum, dried herbs, mint and earthy forest floor. Full bodied and powerful on the palate with intense, ripe dark fruits, undercurrents of exotic spices and a well-structured finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tHand-picked, mostly destemmed, with 25% whole bunch, the must received a 3 to 5 day cool maceration before the fermentation begun. Ferments had twice daily plunges to extract concentration of colour and flavour from the skins. After pressing and settling, a natural malolactic fermentation ensued in 15% new French oak barriques. After 10 months oak aging, the wine was blended, filtered but un-fined for optimum Te Muna character. Enjoy now through to 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"DhallNash","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49487974727997,"sku":"99214_2014_750","price":180.12,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/10438-1.jpg?v=1729029551"},{"product_id":"lacrimus-rioja-crianza-2015-spain","title":"Lacrimus Rioja Crianza 2015 (Spain)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"A delectably expressed tempranillo; it is wonderfully fruited and richly savoury at the same time showing dark fruit, charcuterie, mushroom, leather and toasted nut characters on the nose, leading to a generously flavoured palate that is beautifully weighted and silky. The wine is complex and engaging with a lingering spicy finish. At its best: now to 2020\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe Lacrimus Crianza 2015 is an intense dark cherry-red with garnet hues. Very intense and complex on the nose with an initial waft of spicy, balsamic aromas - typical of the Graciano variety - against a background of ripe dark fruits. As the wine opens up, it reveals the aromas of Tempranillo; cherry liqueur with a touch of vanillin from barrel ageing. On the palate it is complete, round, full and with surprising silkiness and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tRodriguez Sanzo, voted the Best Winery in Spain, is a wine company that aims to unite the great wine regions of Spain with a range of wines that unashamedly promotes drinkability and value for money. Winemaker Javier Rodríguez´s approach is to create wines that feature attractive aromas, a fruit-driven palate and balanced by the aromatic and textural contribution of judiciously used oak barrel ageing. Since its establishment t has quickly gained an outstanding reputation, countless awards at international wine shows, and glowing reviews by the world's wine press.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"WineDirect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488009363773,"sku":null,"price":113.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/11157-1.jpg?v=1729029791"},{"product_id":"toi-toi-hawkes-bay-merlot-2017","title":"Toi Toi Hawke's Bay Merlot 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Plums, cherries and smoky oak aromas.  Cinnamon and cedar suggestions and a mild gun metal earthy note.  Dry on the palate with medium + acidity, medium weight, firm youthful tannins and youthful tension and texture.  Fruit flavours reflect the nose with dark plum and cherry.  Still coming into balance showing off the cellar potential and food friendly attributes.  Drink now – decanting recommended.  Best from 2019 – 2024\" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"It is attractively fruited and nicely lifted on the nose showing dark plum, cherry, toasted almond, thyme and subtle spice aromas, followed by an elegantly weighted palate that is juicy and smooth. The wine offers ripe fruit intensity and silky mouthfeel, making it immediately appealing. At its best: now to 2021\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Apr 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe Toi Toi Hawke’s Bay Merlot 2017 is a delight in the glass, shimmering ruby red with ripe, dark berry fruits underpinned by subtle spicy oak on the nose and a smooth, well balanced palate with a long dry finish. Delicious!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe 2017 growing season will be remembered as one of extremes. January was one of the driest on record with hot sunny days and long dry nights. Our grapes were lapping up the conditions and when we harvested end of March the grapes were at their optimum and benefitted from the rain just prior. The grapes were cold soaked for several days to maximise flavour and colour extraction. Following primary fermentation the wine was aged on light lees then balanced and carefully prepared for bottling in early September 2018. The wine has been aged with oak and is drinking well now, this wine will continue to develop for another five years.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: Merlot and steak is a sure thing. Grill a steak on the barbeque with slices of blue cheese on top, pair with rosemary roast potatoes and broccoli on the side and you have a meal to enjoy.\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":"ToiToi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488011231549,"sku":null,"price":89.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/11210-1.jpg?v=1729029809"},{"product_id":"el-paso-del-lazo-tempranillo-shiraz-2017-spain","title":"El Paso Del Lazo Tempranillo Shiraz 2017 (Spain)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tMade from vines that have aged for over 30 years, this wine displays a clear deep ruby red color with purple highlights. Clean medium intense aromas reminiscent of black cherries, mature strawberries with notes of exotic spices and eucalyptus. On the palate it is medium dry, medium-full bodied, soft tannins and a long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tIntroduce yourself to the delightful pleasures of Spanish fruits with the El Paso del Lazo wine collection. This is a collection of wine that allows you to make wine an every day treat at the dinner table. Highly exceeding the quality expected for wine at this affordable price points make it easy for you to lavish on yourself every day of the year. El Paso del Lazo Tempranillo Shiraz is an impressive, modern, fruit-forward wine that represents quality and affordability.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe grapes were handpicked at the optimum stage of ripeness during the month of September. The wine was vinified with a cold maceration at 5oC during 48 hours. Temperature controlled fermentation at 24-28oC in stainless steel tanks. Maceration time 12-18 days. Part of the wine was aged for 2-3 months in French oak barrels before blending back into the final blend.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: Spiced Porchetta with fennel, rosemary, sage and an Italian green salad.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"RedWhite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488011591997,"sku":null,"price":71.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/11221-1.jpg?v=1729029812"},{"product_id":"fontessa-prosecco-spumante-brut-nv-italy","title":"Fontessa Prosecco Spumante Brut NV (Italy)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFresh and fruity Prosecco with aromas of citrus and green apple. The palate has ripe grapey characters, zesty acidity and a clean, refreshing finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFrom selected parcels of Glera grapes grown northeast of Treviso. Hand harvested at optimum ripeness. Gentle pneumatic pressing followed by slow, cool fermentation in stainless steel. 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Well balanced mouth-filling wine textured with ripe tannins and a full, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe 'Eco' range was created specially for Santa Ana's most exacting consumers, who were in search of ever more natural products, aware of the importance of preserving the environment. The result of this venture has made Bodegas Santa Ana the leading organic winemaker in Argentina.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe healthy dry climate and soil in Santa Ana's growing region make Organic grape growing extremely successful, with Organic production accounting for 85 hectares their vineyards which are distributed in Mendoza and the San Juan provinces. 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The wine is beautifully smooth and friendly with plenty of tasty flavours. At its best: now to 2020\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Nov 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tIntense aromas of dark fruits followed by hints of mocha spice. Blackberry and plum fruit flavours dominate upfront led by notes of cinnamon and clove. The acid is balanced and tannins are evident, but are ripe and smooth. This fresh and vibrant wine is best enjoyed now.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tSourced from select vineyards within South Eastern Australia, this modern and contemporary wine is fresh, vibrant, and fruit driven. The fruit was crushed and de-stemmed to varying sizes and styles of red fermenters where the fruit was fermented on oak at cooler temperatures for 5-7 days. Fermenting at cooler temperatures allows the fruit flavours to be nurtured and enables retention of varietal characteristics. 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Their approach is simple: the best regions, the best varieties. They pay homage to classic Australian varieties and styles by growing vines in unique Australian regions like Hunter Valley, Barossa Valley, Langhorne Creek and the Adelaide Hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"EuroVintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488020570429,"sku":"TE3SCABS17","price":77.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/11466-1.jpg?v=1729029895"},{"product_id":"tempus-two-varietal-series-shiraz-2017-australia","title":"Tempus Two Varietal Series Shiraz 2017 (Australia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Bright and fragrant, the inviting bouquet shows sweet raspberry, plum, mixed spice and roasted nut characters, leading to a beautifully rounded palate that is plump and juicy. The wine offers appealing fruit intensity and smooth texture, finishing long and silky. At its best: now to 2021\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Dec 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA big, bold Shiraz with rich, ripe spicy plum and blackberry flavours balanced by soft, gentle vanilla characters. On the nose you will experience lifted spice, pepper, and cinnamon balanced with plum and blackberry richness. Soft, full and rounded vanilla and caramel flavours are balanced with rich, ripe, plum, spice, and blackberry jam fruit flavours. This wine can be enjoyed now and over the next 3-5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAustralia’s flagship red, this wine is typical of the varietal. The fruit was sourced from Langhorne Creek with parcels of fruit treated individually throughout fermentation and maturation, before being blended to create an intensely flavoured wine with aromas of spice, pepper, cinnamon, plum and berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBacked by four generations of winemaking heritage, Tempus Two is a cutting-edge Australian winery that does things ‘just a little bit differently’. From its spiritual home in the Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest wine region, Tempus Two sources fruit from Australia’s premium vineyard regions to craft wines with both substance and style. Their approach is simple: the best regions, the best varieties. 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The nose has a rounded but well-packed core of white and yellow stonefruits harmoniously entwined with a layer of lifted and sweet nutty oak, and suggestions of creamy barrel-ferment. Subtle flint elements add interest. The aromatics are fresh and bright. Medium-full bodied, the palate has aromatic and lifted flavours of bright citrus fruit with white stonefruits and lifted florals, along with sweet, nutty oak and subtle creamy barrel-ferment elements. The palate has a fine, tight, light-textured core and line with refreshing, bright acidity to balance the fruit sweetness, and the wine carries to a fragrant, lingering finish. This is a fragrant and aromatic citrus-fruited Chardonnay with bright fruit and acidity and a fine heart with creamy hints. Match with creamy seafood and poultry dishes over the next 3+ years. 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The palate is bright and vibrant with some lovely fine tannin lending just the right amount of grip, displaying floral and red fruited notes, along with savoury, earthy characters. This wine is extraordiary value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tRedstone Shiraz is produced from three vineyards in McLaren Vale each contributing complexity to the final blend. The bright fruit character from our Blewitt Springs Vineyard, the savoury structure from the Coriole Estate vineyard and the earthy richness from our vineyard in Willunga. Redstone refers to the local ironstone so common in the soils and buildings of McLaren Vale. The winemaking results in a softer, juicier Shiraz, with more subtle tannins than is typical from our Estate grown range. Aged in French oak for 12 months, this is a balanced and very drinkable style.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe Winter and Spring of 2016 was one of the wettest on record which delayed flowering. 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The bouquet is perfumed with fragrant peach, toasted spice and subtle vanilla notes. The palate is concentrated, elegant and silky with fresh peach, ripe grapefruit and biscuit notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe fruit was lightly whole bunch pressed and the juice fermented in American oak barrels, fifty per cent of which were new, using selected yeast strains. The wine underwent malolactic fermentation, followed by ten months aging on yeast lees with regular stirring. Only the very best barrels were selected for the Omaka Reserve Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tSourced primarily from Saint Clair’s vineyards in Marlborough’s Omaka valley where a combination of warm days, cool nights and clay based soils contribute to greater retention of fruit flavours. The fruit is a blend of Chardonnay clones, predominantly Mendoza and Burgundian Clone 95. 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These food friendly wines pair fabulously with dishes that contain saffron such as paella or Moroccan tagine. 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The palate is modern, vibrant and harmonious with dark fruits of blackcurrant and plum. From the home of flamenco, paella and tapas, here is a real taste of Spain with all the personality and complexity of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao” New World Wine Awards\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tClassic Tempranillo with all the hallmark, velvety, toasty flavours that have made Rioja such a hit. The grapes come from the old vineyards in La Mancha, rare in such a modestly priced wine, and key to its popularity and recent Trophy winning history.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eSeal: Screw Cap - Alc: 13%\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Lacrimus Rioja Crianza 2015 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Spain)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003eAwarded Gold Medal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Mundus Vini 2017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded 93\/100 Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"A delectably expressed tempranillo; it is wonderfully fruited and richly savoury at the same time showing dark fruit, charcuterie, mushroom, leather and toasted nut characters on the nose, leading to a generously flavoured palate that is beautifully weighted and silky. The wine is complex and engaging with a lingering spicy finish. At its best: now to 2020\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eSeal: Cork - Alc: 13.5%\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Flor del Montgó Organic Tempranillo 2017 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Spain)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded 90\/100 Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Ripe, fragrant and immediately appealing, this tasty tempranillo (organic) displays dark plum, blueberry, toasted almond and subtle spice aromas on the nose, leading to a juicy palate that is beautifully rounded and smooth. The wine offers silky mouthfeel and fine tannins, finishing long and succulent. At its best: now to 2019\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eSeal: Cork - Alc: 13%\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Evodia Old Vine Garnacha 2017 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Spain)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded 93\/100 Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Feb 2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded 90\/100 Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Robert Parker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"A fabulous expression of the variety, the beautifully perfumed bouquet shows raspberry coulis, dark cherry, floral and hazelnut characters with nuances of warm spice and game. The palate is succulent and wonderfully weighted, while remaining elegant and supple. It is soothing and comforting with loads of delectable flavours. At its best: now to 2021\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Feb 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"The incredibly perfumed 2017 Evodia was true to its name, as apparently 'evodia' means fragrant in the ancient Greek language. It had been bottled for a few months when I tasted it and it was very harmonious and expressive\" Robert Parker\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eSeal: Cork - Alc: 15%\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Barrica 88 Reserva 2011 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Spain)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded Gold Medal: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBerlin Wine Trophy 2016\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis charming, silky Reserva is a shrewd choice for Rioja lovers looking for the perfect mix of complexity and mellow fruit richness, it offers deep raspberry fruit with a luscious wrap of toasty vanilla oak.  Perfect for the long  summer nights around the BBQ.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tUtiel-Requena is one of three main wine zones in Valencia and tempranillo is its most important red grape variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eSeal: Cork - Alc:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Castillo de Monseran Garnacha 2016 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Spain)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded 91\/100 Points: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSam Kim, Wine Orbit, May 2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"A classic-style Garnacha, the engaging bouquet shows dark cherry, thyme, black olive, charcuterie and toasted almond characters. It is beautifully weighted and attractively fruited on the palate, displaying sweet berry notes combined with savoury nuances. The wine is harmonious and complex with a lingering spicy finish\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, May 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tLocated vineyards with low yields producing ripe and concentrated Garnacha are harvested at full ripeness to ensure softness. The majority of the selected vineyards are bush vines. Parcels are fermented using a variety of techniques to preserve the characters of the terroir in the final wine and to produce a ‘New World’ style Garnacha bursting with fresh fruit. Bottled within one year of production and designed for youthful consumption, but has capacity to age beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cem\u003eSeal: Screw Cap - Alc: 13%\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"WineDirect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488023879997,"sku":null,"price":107.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/11531-1.jpg?v=1729029916"},{"product_id":"lawsons-dry-hills-reserve-marlborough-chardonnay-2017","title":"Lawson's Dry Hills Reserve Marlborough Chardonnay 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Generous and creamy with attractive warm and toasty aromas. The palate is captivating. A polished and delicate wine with lovely juicy fruit flavours, that are accented with attractive oak and some botanical notes\" Cuisine Magazine, Issue 196, Sept 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe nose shows a lovely complexity with brioche, lemon, subtle floral notes, flint and smoky oak. They palate has a gentle power with lovely focus from the fine, citrussy acidity. The predominant fruit character is lemon which is overlaid with chary French oak and mealy, wild ferment characters. Although delicious in its youth, this wine will reward the patient wine lover over the next four to eight years.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe grapes for this wine are from our Chaytors Road Vineyard where coastal see breezes moderate temperatures and allow gentle ripening. This block is situated on the banks of the Wairau Diversion where the silts and river stones are a perfect match for our 16 to 20-year-old Mendoza clone chardonnay vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThese grapes were hand-harvested and whole-bunch pressed. The juice was briefly settled before being racked to French oak barrels (25% of them new oak). The juice was allowed to ferment ‘wild’ and then encouraged to undergo full malolactic fermentation which softens the acidity from sharper malic acid to the softer lactic acid. The wine was racked from barrel and carefully blended prior to being bottled here at the winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: Full-flavoured seafood dishes, chargrilled white meats, roasted chicken dishes, pork, roasted vegetables especially pumpkin, creamy sauces, richer shellfish, coconut-based curries, risotto, slightly stronger cheeses such as English cheddar, sweetcorn, roasted capsicum and more.\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":49488035742013,"sku":"LA6RCHA617","price":143.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/11771-1.jpg?v=1729029998"},{"product_id":"sensi-18k-pinot-noir-rose-prosecco-nv-italy","title":"Sensi 18K Pinot Noir Rose Prosecco NV (Italy)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePinot Rosè 18K, produced with Pinot Noir grapes, has a bright, deep and vibrant colour and a fine and persistent perlage. The aroma is fresh, pleasant and fragrant, enriched by pungent notes of white flowers and soft fruits like blackberries, raspberries and strawberries. The taste is delicate on the palate and has the perfect balance between fruity and acidic components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced from the gravelly and fertile alluvial land crossed by river Piave in the valleys of the high Treviso plain. The soil in this area is alluvial and therefore gravelly and rich in silt and sand. It is very fertile and has a high quantity of carbonates and other micro-elements very useful for vines. Combined with the influence the river has on the micro-climate, all of these characteristics create the perfect conditions and habitat for vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinot Rosa sparkling brut is obtained from the vinification as rosé of Pinot Nero and successive sparkling process. Grapes are harvested a few days before they are fully ripe to achieve higher acidity and freshness levels. They are then treaded and left to rest for a few hours with the skins so the must can develop the right colour and aroma. After alcoholic fermentation at a controlled temperature, the base wine undergoes a second fermentation in autoclaves according to the charmat method. Pinot Nero is harvested at the end of August before grapes are fully ripe in order to maintain their aroma and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood Pairing: Ideal as a classy aperitif to celebrate the most important events. 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Production average is of about 60\/70 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tManual harvest takes place in September, preferably during the night, to preserve the healthiness of the grapes. Only the perfect and ripe grapes are picked and then transported through small containers to avoid damages to the bunches.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe grapes are destemmed to eliminate any eventual vegetal hints, and then soft pressed. A static decantation of the must takes place at 9\/10°C to better prepare the fermentation process. Fermentation lasts about 12 days at a controlled temperature, never exceeding 18°C . The first racking, which takes place after the fermentation, eliminates only the rough lees. The wine is then left on the fine lees in order to add structure and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tSicily has a history of wine-making that dates back to ancient times. For more than 2500 years, Sicily has been a significant center of the Mediterranean viniculture. Archaeological and historical finds in this area, give evidence of a widespread production, consumption and commercial exchange of viticultural products that stretch back to the Phoenicians and the Greek colonies. Blessed with consistently bright sunshine and reliably moderate rainfall, Sicily’s classic Mediterranean climate is ideally suited to the production of organic wine grapes. The warm, dry air means there is little chance of any mildew developing, or anything that might rot the grapevines. No need for pesticides, nor artificial or chemical products. With its perfect environment, Sicily is considered the best region for the production of organic grapes in the whole of Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: Ideal for any occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Sapori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488036528445,"sku":null,"price":101.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/11795-1.jpg?v=1729030005"},{"product_id":"billecart-salmon-champagne-brut-reserve-nv-375ml-france","title":"Billecart-Salmon Champagne Brut Reserve NV 375ml (France)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"An ethereal champagne that is head an shoulders above New World methode sparklers that look crude by comparison. Very attractive wine that’s all about power delivered with great subtlety. Lovely fresh bread yeastiness. Bone dry\" Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Jul 2006\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I drink this regularly and always enjoy it.  Wonderful aromas of light dough, fresh flowers and sliced pears and peaches.  Full-bodied yet agileand fresh, it shows layers of marvelous light tropical fruit and cream with hints of dough on the finish.  Mostly 2011 with some reserve wines.  From 47% pinot meunier, 30% chardonnay and the rest pinot noir.  Bottled April 2012\" James Suckling, Wine Spectator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I tasted 18 current non vintage cuvées of the most famous champagne houses last week blind – a rare treat – and Billecart- Salmon Brut Réserve was the most impressive for me\" Jancis Robinson, Master of Wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brut Réserve is a light, fine and harmonious champagne. Its blend is made with Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier from three different years, sourced from the best sites in the Champagne region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cuvée, with reflections of straw yellow, stands out by the finesse of its slowly rising bubbles and its persistent and abounding mousse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaturity touched with floral freshness for this cuvée that breathes aromas of fresh fruit and ripe pears. A full and accurate flavour combined with a fine freshness and a rich bouquet bear witness to the ageing of this cuvée in the House’s traditional cellars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BILLECART-SALMON Brut Réserve is the ideal partner for every occasion. It is perfect as an aperitif and can be enjoyed with a wide variety of dishes. 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Lovingly handcrafted in small batch quantities, this wine is crafted to reflect the \"Landmark\" – the attributes and characteristics of the Fareham Lane vineyard from which it originated.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe fruit was sourced from our flagship Fareham Lane Vineyard. The parcels selected were a combination of our Clone 10\/5 \u0026amp; 777. These were hand harvested and then gently processed.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe individual batches that make up this wine were treated traditionally, allowing the natural fruit concentration and ripe tannin structure to shine. After 10 months of maturation in 100% French oak barriques – 40% new, 35% 1-year-old with the balance 2-year-old. Only selected barrels were chosen for this gorgeously divine and complex blend.\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":"MistyCove","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488039379261,"sku":null,"price":149.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/11895-1.jpg?v=1729030038"},{"product_id":"kings-of-europe-premium-selection","title":"Kings of Europe Premium Selection","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tSo successful was the standard kings of Europe mix we thought we better put a top shelf premium one together! If you are a serious fan of European wine then you won't find a better selection of high performing, big hitting reds from the Superpowers of European wine production – France, Italy, Portugal and Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis new mixed case includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1 x \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLab Lisboa Vinho Tinto 2016 (Italy)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded Best Buy: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Wine Enthusiast Magazine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded Gold Medal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e China Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Awards 2017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded Gold Medal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Asia Wine Trophy 2017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 uppercase\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwarded Silver Medal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Sakura Women's Wine Awards 2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tLab Vinho Tinto is a very aromatic red packed with berry fruit and plummy complexity. 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Red fruit aromas with plum and cherry jam and vanilla hints from the oak ageing. Well balanced, rich structure with refined tannins. A very good example of value for money Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tRevel in the delightful, rich fruit and depth of this claret from a family estate in Entre-Deux-Mers. With a proud medal winning pedigree, Chateau Franc Couplet is a cuvée from the Entre Deux Mers and typifies the style for which this region is renowned. It displays good depth of colour with expressive ripe cassis and dark plum aromas. 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It is made using the 'Apassimento' method of production where a portion of the grapes are air-dried before fermentation and is best-known as the standard method used for producing the blockbuster Amarone wines of Veneto in northern Italy. But used here in sunny Sicily the result is an explosively fragrant, concentrated, rich and flavourful wine with fabulous length and freshness on the finish. Exciting stuff, really one of the most interesting reds we've found in ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Deep, purple\/red with an incredibly intense nose featuring black pepper and spices. 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The coastal terroir is sunny and bountiful, offering delectable, exuberant wines with flavours of red and blue fruit. Boasting relatively young and rather fertile soils, this terroir, with the help of modern viticultural and winemaking techniques, is well-suited to bringing out all of the aromas and flavours of each grape variety as well as those produced during fermentation such as thiols, terpenes and esters.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Domaine Lafage 'Tessellae' Carignan Vieilles Vignes 2014\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwared 93\/100 POINTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"red red-v2 red-v2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwared 92\/100 POINTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e eRobertParker.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"A beautifully composed and expressed wine made from old vines, the complex bouquet shows dark plum, dark chocolate, cedar and floral characters with nuances of game and Christmas spices. The palate is concentrated and richly fruited, yet not heavy, and offers velvety texture and sweetly rounded tannins. The wine delivers an abundance of delectable flavours, while remaining stylish and structured. At its best: now to 2019\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"A crazy value, the 2014 IGP Cotes Catalanes Tessellae Carignan Vieilles Vignes is one of the best examples of this variety from the Roussillon, and the fact that it sells for a song is just icing on the cake for the consumer. Coming all from schist soils and 70-year-old vines, raised 12 months in a mix of concrete tanks and demi-muids, it offers tons of black raspberry and black cherry fruit, licorice and dried spices to go with a super sexy, heady, seamless style on the palate that keeps you coming back to the glass. Drink this blockbuster over the coming 2-3 years\" eRobertParker.com\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"WineDirect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488040198461,"sku":null,"price":95.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/11916-1.jpg?v=1729030045"},{"product_id":"pied-stilt-single-vineyard-nelson-albarino-2017","title":"Pied Stilt Single Vineyard Nelson Albarino 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"It is elegantly expressed on the nose showing fresh pear, apple, lemon zest and green tea characters. The palate is delicately fruited and finely textured, delivering pristine flavours and subtle savoury nuances, beautifully supported by crisp acidity. Vibrant and refreshing with lively mouthfeel. 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Well made drinking well now and through 2024\" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Delicious young, the 2018 vintage (4*) from this Alexandra-based producer was matured in French oak (24 per cent new). Bright ruby, it is fragrant and full-bodied, with ripe cherry, plum and spice flavours, nutty, savoury notes adding complexity, and gentle tannins. An elegant, youthful red, it should be at its best 2021+\" Michael Cooper\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis is an enticingly elegant Pinot Noir with concentrated berry fruits and a herbaceous note reflecting the local thyme that grows around the winemakers vineyard. A smooth, lingering finish is supported by fine smoky notes providing a lovely savoury balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAll Trail Rider wines are hand made from fruit grown on Eight Ranges micro vineyard that overlooks the Central Otago Rail Trail. 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A very warm wet spring kicked off the growing season in style with very early bud-burst. Just as they were entering into flowering the weather deteriorated with very cool weather being the norm right through late December. This impacted on flowering with lower than average yield.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe changeable season led to lower than average yields of 5.2 T\/Ha. Picking decisions were tricky with the key focus being phenolic ripeness. Winemakers started harvesting their Pinot Noir on April 4th and continued through to April 28th. Where possible, we try to co-ferment different clonal lots from the same vineyard, while vineyards are kept separate. Around three quarters of the ferments were de-stemmed only; the remaining quarter contained 15-40% whole clusters. The must underwent 8-9 days of cold maceration, being hand plunged once daily. The ferments were heated after this and all fermented with indigenous yeasts. 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At its best: now to 2022\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Aug 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Even, dark ruby-red colour with youthful purple hues, a little lighter on the edge.  The nose is elegantly concentrated with firm and deep aromas of ripe, dark-red cherry and raspberry fruit along with notes of plums unfolding violet florals. Medium-bodied, the palate has rich and sweetly ripe, aromatic fruit flavours raspberries and dark plums intermixed with violet florals and a suggestion of dark herbs.  The fruit forms a gently packed heart and is supported by light, fine-grained tannin structure with balanced acidity. This has good linearity and the wine carries to a plush and juicy finish.  This is a sweetly ripe, juicy Pinot Noir with aromatic flavours of raspberries and plums with violet florals on a finely concentrated palate. Match with poultry and pork over the next 4-5+ years. Hand-picked fruit from the vineyard, clones 777, 115 and 114, fully destemmed and fermented to 12.5% alc., the wine aged 10 months in 27% new French oak barriques\" Raymond Chan, Jul 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Lovely perfumed Pinot, tasty, medium-boied red that drinks well now and can age for up to 10 years\" Joelle Thomson\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tMedium to dark purple in the glass with pink hues. Fragrant lifted florals, red berry fruits and spice. Lovely sweet and juicy palate with black and red cherry, ripe black plum and spice. Medium bodied, plush and complex with velvety silky tannins and a long and generous red fruit finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe fruit (clones 777, 115 and 114) was hand harvested on the 12th of April 2017 with an average of 21.7 brix. The fruit was de-stemmed into an open top stainless steel tank. Fermentation carried out by selected yeast until the wine was dry. 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