Jules Taylor Marlborough Pinot Noir 2020 $35 From Southern Valley’s fruit comes this ultra-fresh, earthy, tamarillo and cherry-centric pinot noir from Jules Taylor, winemaker extraordinaire and maker of seriously good chutney. It’s true. Her gift for harnessing just the right amount of spice, acidity, fruit concentration and texture is plainly evident in this new release … Read More
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Jules Taylor Marlborough Grüner Veltliner 2021
Jules Taylor Marlborough Grüner Veltliner 2021 $23 Paired with: Leek Risotto with Peas and Mint in dish Magazine Issue 99 Peas, mint and leeks just scream out for something rich yet herbaceous, so I’m gunning for the Jules Taylor Marlborough Grüner Veltliner 2021 ($23). Its face-punch of florals, avalanche of apple, sackloads of citrus, layers … Read More
Wither Hills Rarangi Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2019
Wither Hills Rarangi Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2019 $26 Paired with: Cacio and Pepe Pizza in dish Magazine Issue 99 This ultra-tasty, creamy, cheesy champion is the perfect thing to launch into whilst sipping a large glass of the Wither Hills Rarangi Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2019 ($26.99) It’s softly-styled with preserved lemon, lemongrass and basil with … Read More
Rapaura Springs Gravel Lane Botrytised Marlborough Riesling 2018
Rapaura Springs Gravel Lane Botrytised Marlborough Riesling 2018 ($35) Paired with: Lemon cheesecake tart with lemon curd in dish Magazine Issue 99 You know this recipe is calling you right? It’s your destiny. So embrace the candied mandarin, toffee apple and crystalised ginger goodness of the Rapaura Springs Gravel Lane Botrytised Marlborough Riesling 2018 ($35) … Read More
Whitehaven Marlborough Pinot Gris 2020
Whitehaven Marlborough Pinot Gris 2020 ($23) Paired with: Pork caper and pinenut empanadas in dish Magazine Issue 99 Balance out the piquancy (love that word!) of the capers, paprika and currants with a goblet of gorgeous nashi and quince-tastic Whitehaven Marlborough Pinot Gris 2020 ($23). It’s ultra-concentrated, apple-infused and all sorts of crunchy-fresh where textures … Read More
Rock Ferry Late Harvest Marlborough Riesling 2018
Rock Ferry Late Harvest Marlborough Riesling 2018 ($33) Paired with Torta Santiago in dish Magazine Issue 99 Wash down this awesome almond and citrus cake with certified organic sweet sippage from the Rock Ferry Late Harvest Marlborough Riesling 2018 ($33). Its candied lemon, honeysuckle and toasted toffee tones are balanced by zesty acidity and gum … Read More
Rapaura Springs Bouldevines Vineyard Marlborough Chardonnay 2019
Rapaura Springs Bouldevines Vineyard Marlborough Chardonnay 2019 $30 Wow! Crafted from fruit grown in the Omaka Valley, a chardonnay hotspot, this new release from the folk at Rapaura Springs heaves with buttery cinnamon toast terrificness, peachy complexity, a core of cashew-dusted citrus and lush, plush textures all the way through to the finish. It’s a … Read More
Rock Ferry Orchard Vineyard Marlborough Pinot Rosé 2020
Rock Ferry Orchard Vineyard Marlborough Pinot Rosé 2020 $25 Five different organically grown pinot noir clones from this one single vineyard are used to create this pale coral-coloured rosé. Allan McWilliams and Jordan Hogg were the winemakers responsible for shepherding it into the bottle and they’ve crafted it in a dry, full-bodied style. So if … Read More
Astrolabe Wrekin Marlborough Chenin Blanc 2018
Astrolabe Wrekin Marlborough Chenin Blanc 2018 $32 Simon Waghorn and his wife Jane Forrest-Waghorn set up Astrolabe in Marlborough back in 1996 after years of making wine in Australia and Gisborne. I love that they’ve taken a leap and planted chenin blanc because it produces an apple and honeysuckle-scented dry white wine that’s rarely seen … Read More
Rock Ferry 3rd Rock Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2020
Rock Ferry 3rd Rock Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2020 $25 This certified organic sauvignon blanc is carefully crafted from fruit grown in Rock Ferry’s Corners and Orchard vineyards. One portion of the juice went into stainless steel and the other portion was hand harvested, whole bunch pressed and fermented in an old 3800ltr oak cuve for … Read More