Yvonne Lorkin Wine Column for week beginning Sat Aug 5th 2017

September 6, 2017By Yvonne

Anyone remotely tuned in to the craft beer community in New Zealand will have noticed an upswing in the number of groovy new brews being released that’ve had a wine influence. While overseas it’s not unusual to see pinot grigio-infused beers, for the most part, kiwi drinkers appear to prefer their porters, dark ales, lagers … Read More

Serbal Mendoza Malbec Rosé 2015 $25 (3.5 stars)

September 6, 2017By Yvonne

If sweet rosé wines are not your thing, fret not. I’ve hunted high and low to address that issue and have found a little star you’ll love because it’s lipsmackingly lean and dry. Malbec rosé is not common and yet the team at Serbal are clearly experts in creating sophisticated, South American style rose that … Read More