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The Falcon- it's exquisite
The Falcon- it's exquisite

The Falcon - it really is exquisite

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Central Otago Spring Release 2024 ---- Tranche 1 ---- Pinot Noir
Central Otago Spring Release 2024 ---- Tranche 1 ---- Pinot Noir

Central Otago Spring Release 2024 - Tranche 1 - Pinot Noir

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OTU Limited Release Pinot Noir Rosé 2023, Marlborough
2023, Pinot Rosé, Rosé
OTU Limited Release Pinot Noir Rosé 2023, Marlborough
2023, Pinot Rosé, Rosé

Dry, fruity, youthful with plenty of acidity, some chalky fruit tannin mouthfeel and balanced even finish…

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2023, Pinot Rosé, Rosé
OTU Otuwhero Estate Rosé 2024, New Zealand
2024, Rose, Rosé
OTU Otuwhero Estate Rosé 2024, New Zealand
2024, Rose, Rosé

Fragrant, bright, fresh and fruity.

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2024, Rose, Rosé
Brick Bay Rosé 2024, Matakana Waimauku, Auckland
2024, Rose, Rosé
Brick Bay Rosé 2024, Matakana Waimauku, Auckland
2024, Rose, Rosé

A lovely example, ripe and fruity, textured and lengthy.

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2024, Rose, Rosé
Maude Pinot Noir 2019, Central Otago
2019, Pinot Noir
Maude Pinot Noir 2019, Central Otago
2019, Pinot Noir

It succinctly showcases how a great vintage, well managed vines and expert winemaking can come together and offer a wine of complexity, detail, outstanding mouthfeel and deliciousness can be achieved.

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2019, Pinot Noir
Patriarche Père et Fils Chablis 2023, France
2023, Chablis
Patriarche Père et Fils Chablis 2023, France
2023, Chablis

Dry with a decent acid line and flinty mouthfeel, fruits flavours…

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2023, Chablis
Paddy Borthwick Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Wairarapa
2024, Sauvignon Blanc
Paddy Borthwick Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Wairarapa
2024, Sauvignon Blanc

Complex and enticing …

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2024, Sauvignon Blanc
Cable Bay Chardonnay 2021, Awatere Valley, Marlborough
2021, Chardonnay
Cable Bay Chardonnay 2021, Awatere Valley, Marlborough
2021, Chardonnay

Full-bodied, rich and satin-textured …

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2021, Chardonnay
Whitehaven 'Greg' Wairau Valley Single Vineyard Chardonnay 2023, Marlborough
2023, Chardonnay, Vegan
Whitehaven 'Greg' Wairau Valley Single Vineyard Chardonnay 2023, Marlborough
2023, Chardonnay, Vegan

A wine in a perfect drinking window …

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2023, Chardonnay, Vegan

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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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