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Bordeaux: The Crisis Laid Bare
Bordeaux: The Crisis Laid Bare

‘Crisis’ is a tough and sometimes fatalistic word to use, but……opportunity should come along soon, well…..eventually and at what cost.

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Palliser Estate 'Om Santi Vineyard' Chardonnay 2024, Martinborough
Palliser Estate 'Om Santi Vineyard' Chardonnay 2024, Martinborough

An enticing bouquet of complexity, ripe fruit, flinty qualities and power.

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La Piuma Chianti 2024, Italy
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Varietal on the nose and palate, a bouquet of cherry and rose

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Whitehaven 'The Daughters Pinot Noir Rosé' Méthode Traditionnelle 2022, Marlborough
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Whitehaven 'The Daughters Pinot Noir Rosé' Méthode Traditionnelle 2022, Marlborough
2022, Méthode Marlborough, Méthode Traditionnelle, Pinot Rosé, Vegan

A lovely bouquet, almost smoky-like with the autolysis leesy drive then

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Gimblett Gravels Annual Vintage Selection Release 2023 wines
Gimblett Gravels Annual Vintage Selection Release 2023 wines

The 2023 Annual Vintage Selection comprises just 6 wines….

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OTU Limited Release Chardonnay 2025, Hawke's Bay
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OTU Limited Release Chardonnay 2025, Hawke's Bay
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A wine of texture and finesse…

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Alpha Domus 'The Wingwalker' Organic Viognier 2025, Bridge Pa Triangle, Hawke's Bay
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Alpha Domus 'The Wingwalker' Organic Viognier 2025, Bridge Pa Triangle, Hawke's Bay
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Fragrant and aromatic with scents of spice and fine lees, floral…

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OTU 'Coastal Estate' Pinot Gris 2025, Marlborough
2025, Pinot Gris
OTU 'Coastal Estate' Pinot Gris 2025, Marlborough
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Varietal, fruity and flavourful with ….

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OTU Limited Release Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc 2025, Marlborough
2025, AMW, Sauvignon Blanc
OTU Limited Release Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc 2025, Marlborough
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A lovely wine with classic scents and flavours of…

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OTU 'Coastal Estate' Lighter Sauvignon Blanc 2025, Marlborough
2025, Lower Alcohol, Sauvignon Blanc, AMW, Vegan Friendly
OTU 'Coastal Estate' Lighter Sauvignon Blanc 2025, Marlborough
2025, Lower Alcohol, Sauvignon Blanc, AMW, Vegan Friendly

Generous, ripe and fruity

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Highlights of my NZ Wine year always include our Sommit events, with NZ Winegrowers. These involve hosting a select group of international Sommeliers (and a couple of lucky locals) on a journey through our wonderful wines of Aotearoa like no other.
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When we’re in California, as with all our travels - we love to share fine NZ wine. Kent owns an iconic Cheese & Wine store in Carmel-by-the-Sea - and we love spending time with him and his team, and picking up delicious cheeses. Posted @
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