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Zephyr Organic Riesling 2024, Marlborough
Zephyr Organic Riesling 2024, Marlborough

Excellent aromatics with core scents of lime and sherbet, white apricot and wild flowers

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Tuatara Bay Pinot Noir 2020, Marlborough
2020, Pinot Noir
Tuatara Bay Pinot Noir 2020, Marlborough
2020, Pinot Noir

A lightweight, fruity, easy drinking expression

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Tunante de Azabache Tempranillo 2023, Rioja, Spain
2023, Rioja, Tempranillo, Vegan
Tunante de Azabache Tempranillo 2023, Rioja, Spain
2023, Rioja, Tempranillo, Vegan

Classic, fruity, varietal and enticing

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2023, Rioja, Tempranillo, Vegan
Zaria Merlot & Cabernet Franc 2024, Hawke's Bay
2024, Merlot Cabernet Franc
Zaria Merlot & Cabernet Franc 2024, Hawke's Bay
2024, Merlot Cabernet Franc

Classic Zaria style

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Māori Point Single Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023, Central Otago
2023, Pinot Noir, Vegan Friendly
Māori Point Single Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023, Central Otago
2023, Pinot Noir, Vegan Friendly

Complex and engaging

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2023, Pinot Noir, Vegan Friendly
Māori Point 'Professors' Block' Grand Reserve Pinot Noir 2021, Central Otago
2021, Pinot Noir, Vegan Friendly
Māori Point 'Professors' Block' Grand Reserve Pinot Noir 2021, Central Otago
2021, Pinot Noir, Vegan Friendly

A complex and textured bouquet with shape and form

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2021, Pinot Noir, Vegan Friendly
Misty Cove Wines Estate Series Pinot Gris 2024, Marlborough
2024, Pinot Gris
Misty Cove Wines Estate Series Pinot Gris 2024, Marlborough
2024, Pinot Gris

A lush and fuller-bodied expression

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Paddy Borthwick Pinot Gris 2024, Wairarapa
2024, Pinot Gris
Paddy Borthwick Pinot Gris 2024, Wairarapa
2024, Pinot Gris

Fragrant, complex and enticing

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Martinborough Vineyard Te Tera Pinot Gris 2024, Martinborough
2024, Pinot Gris
Martinborough Vineyard Te Tera Pinot Gris 2024, Martinborough
2024, Pinot Gris

Youthful, direct and engaging

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2024, Pinot Gris

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The life of a working Master Somm….. with a particular focus on fine NZ Wine. Posted @withregram • Cameron Douglas MS was hard at work in our Tasting Room last week with some 87 wines - both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir to taste blind at
Today’s view from the office… This morning I am sitting down to review 87 wines from the Central Otago Winegrowers Spring Release 2024. Always exciting and a privilege. And tasting on site (at Misha’s Vineyard Tasting Room in C
We love the Family we have gathered on this adventure called life. Elaine is an important part of our story. Posted @withregram • @hawk_wakawaka Time with Family, Cameron and Janet, Havelock North (New Zealand) - In 2017, so many kind people
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.
Topping the Manhattan Barrel. We batch our two essential cocktails - Negroni and Manhattan. The Manhattan barrel was recommended by our host in our favourite little restaurant in Harrison, NY. The Negroni is in an eight litre carboy. Both mixes h
Bread Sommelier! I was today years old when I learned about this profession. The qualification is earned in Germany, and is now available in the English language and my new friend Rhys plans to be the first in Aotearoa NZ. Rhys and I met through
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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