Wine and Beverage Reviews

All Cam's wine and beverage reviews use the 100-point scale:

Outstanding 95 - 100 PointsA great wine. Cellar worthy. Impeccably made. — Outstanding 95 - 100 Points
A great wine
Cellar worthy
Impeccably made

Very Good to ExcellentA wine with concentration, texture, character and quality — Very Good to Excellent
A wine with concentration, texture, character and quality

PremiumA wine with special qualities — Premium
A wine with special qualities.
Also available, 92 Point only Stickers

RecommendedA wine that is well made, immediately drinkable and will not disappoint — Recommended
A wine that is well made, immediately drinkable and should not disappoint

Recently Tasted

Gimblett Gravels Selection 2022 Vintage Selection released late 2024

Gimblett Gravels Selection 2022 Vintage Selection released late 2024

The annual Gimblett Gravels selection

Cameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025

Zangria Wildberry & Citrus Fizz, Aotearoa NZ

Zangria Wildberry & Citrus Fizz, Aotearoa NZ

Delicious, fresh and balanced

SangriaCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Zangria, Sangris, Aotearoa

Nautilus Late Disgorged Méthode Traditionnelle Brut NV, Marlborough

Nautilus Late Disgorged Méthode Traditionnelle Brut NV, Marlborough

This wine is sensational

Methode Traditionnelle, NVCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Nautilus, Late Disgorged, Méthode Traditionnelle, Brut, Marlborough, Methode Marlborough

Isabel Estate Brut Cuvée Méthode Traditionnelle NV, Marlborough

Isabel Estate Brut Cuvée Méthode Traditionnelle NV, Marlborough

Balanced, crisp, finely weighted and dry.

NV, Methode TraditionnelleCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Isabel Estate, Brut Cuvée, Méthode Traditionnelle, Marlborough, Methode Marlborough

Pyramid Valley Chardonnay 2023, North Canterbury

Pyramid Valley Chardonnay 2023, North Canterbury

Delicious on the palate with complex flavours and textures.

2023, ChardonnayCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Pyramid Valley, chardonnay, North Canterbury

Pyramid Valley Mānatu Chardonnay 2023, Central Otago

Pyramid Valley Mānatu Chardonnay 2023, Central Otago

Taut and youthful with a positive reduction highlight - so plenty of time to cellar

2023, ChardonnayCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Pyramid Valley, Mānatu, chardonnay, Central Otago

Pyramid Valley Sauvignon+ 2024, North Canterbury

Pyramid Valley Sauvignon+ 2024, North Canterbury

Delicious, different and well presented

2024, Sauvignon BlancCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Pyramid Valley, Sauvignon+, Sauvignon Blanc, North Canterbury

Pyramid Valley Orange 2024, North Canterbury

Pyramid Valley Orange 2024, North Canterbury

I would drink two glasses of this wine - easy, yes it’s very good

2024, Orange WineCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Pyramid Valley, Orange, North Canterbury, Orange wine

Pyramid Valley Rosé 2024, North Canterbury

Pyramid Valley Rosé 2024, North Canterbury

Well made, youthful and exciting

2024, RoséCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Pyramid Valley, Rosé, North Canterbury

Smith & Sheth CRU Syrah 2023, Heretaunga, Hawke's Bay

Smith & Sheth CRU Syrah 2023, Heretaunga, Hawke's Bay

A powerful, varietal and vibrant bouquet

2023, SyrahCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Smith & Sheth, CRU, syrah, Heretaunga, Hawkes Bay, Hawke's Bay

Smith & Sheth CRU Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Wairau, Marlborough

Smith & Sheth CRU Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Wairau, Marlborough

Fragrant, varietal and enticing

2024, AMW, Sauvignon BlancCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Smith & Sheth, CRU, Sauvignon Blanc, Wairau, Marlborough, Appellation Marlborough Wine

Smith & Sheth CRU Chardonnay 2023, Waitaki

Smith & Sheth CRU Chardonnay 2023, Waitaki

Complex, intriguing and worth exploring

2023, ChardonnayCameron DouglasMarch 29, 2025Smith & Sheth, CRU, chardonnay, Waitaki

Smith & Sheth CRU Chardonnay 2023, Heretaunga, Hawke's Bay

Smith & Sheth CRU Chardonnay 2023, Heretaunga, Hawke's Bay

It’s so totally drinkable

2023, ChardonnayCameron DouglasMarch 29, 2025Smith & Sheth, CRU, chardonnay, Heretaunga, Hawkes Bay, Hawke's Bay

Smith & Sheth CRU Albariño 2024, Heretaunga, Hawke's Bay

Smith & Sheth CRU Albariño 2024, Heretaunga, Hawke's Bay

Precise, fruity, varietal and inviting

2024, AlbarinoCameron DouglasMarch 29, 2025Smith & Sheth, CRU, Albariño, Heretaunga, Hawkes Bay, Hawke's Bay

Dunnolly Pinot Noir 2023, North Canterbury

Dunnolly Pinot Noir 2023, North Canterbury

Ripe, fruity and varietal

2024, Pinot NoirCameron DouglasMarch 29, 2025Dunnolly, Pinot Noir, North Canterbury

Odd One Out Chardonnay 2024, Marlborough

Odd One Out Chardonnay 2024, Marlborough

Well made with a drink now quality

2024, Chardonnay, Vegan FriendlyCameron DouglasMarch 29, 2025Odd One Out, chardonnay, Marlborough, Vegan friendly

Saint Clair Family Estate Chardonnay 2024, Marlborough

Saint Clair Family Estate Chardonnay 2024, Marlborough

Dry, balanced and well made

2024, Chardonnay, Vegan FriendlyCameron DouglasMarch 29, 2025Saint Clair Family Estate, chardonnay, Marlborough, Vegan friendly

Framingham F-Series Riesling Auslese 2024, Marlborough

Framingham F-Series Riesling Auslese 2024, Marlborough

The bouquet showcases a purity of fruit, flowers and mineral then scents of apple tarte tatin, lemon peel …

2024, Riesling, Sweet white wine, Riesling AusleseCameron DouglasMarch 29, 2025Framingham, F-Series, Riesling Auslese, riesling, Marlborough, Sweet wine