Bellbird Spring Waipara Pinot Noir Rosé 2017 $26 (4 stars)

November 18, 2017By Yvonne

Guy Porter and his family are all hands on deck when it comes to making this unique style of rosé.  100% pinot noir grapes are crushed and fermented ultra-dry in old oak barrels to add to the complexity and character.  Mineral-driven, peppery, lipsmackingly dry – it’s a lean, clean style that’ll work beautifully with slabs … Read More

Yvonne Lorkin Wine Column for week beginning Sat 18th Nov 2017

November 18, 2017By Yvonne

If you fancy yourself as New Zealand’s next top wine star, then you may just want to take this newspaper article and squirrel yourself away somewhere secret and quiet to ponder your potential, because the Family of Twelve network of wineries has announced an extraordinary opportunity for the country’s wine professionals. Invitations will open on … Read More