Wow! How bright and pretty does this wine look in the glass? Glossy, crimson craziness is what greets you when you pour it, then you’re hit with aromas of bay leaf, thyme, violets and cherry-choc notes. A whoomph (technical term there) of spice, cocoa and a warming texture leads to a long, smile-inducing finish. A great … Read More
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San Pedro Gato Negro Valle Central Merlot 2016 $16.99
Very floral and leafy, bay and thyme on the nose alongside pepper and smoky, molasses and liquorice-like characters on the nose and palate. Warming and good as a winter crowd pleaser. www.glengarrywines.co.nz
San Pedro Gato Negro Valle Central Chardonnay 2014 $12.99
This chardonnay is tasting a tad tired and is rather dry and mean-spirited in the glass. Lacking fruit or charm of any description, it has an odd, butyric acid edge to it (which is a polite way of saying it smells a bit like baby vom). Avoid. www.glengarrywines.co.nz