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876. Dry River, Pinot Noir Martinborough, 2006
A little Pinot interlude, taken to Ruth’s dinner party. But at the end of the day, a little underwhelming for something that is pitched …
861. Trinity Hill, Homage Syrah Gimblett Gravels Hawke’s Bay, 2010
This is the most Northern Rhône-like Syrah that is nevertheless definitively of its own place, and not from the Rhône. Grown from a selection …
853. Trinity Hill, Noble Viognier Gimblett Gravels Hawke’s Bay, 2010
[Tim, wishing you all the best for your MW future. Has been a real pleasure talking with you. John Hancock. 30/9/14. Planet of the …
827. Felton Road, Cornish Point Pinot Noir Central Otago, 2012
[Cheers! signature: Nigel Greening] Signed by Nigel Greening at the ‘Two Nigels’ Pinot Noir-off (the other being Nigel, AKA Sam Neill of Two Paddocks), …
808. Peregrine, Pinot Noir Central Otago, 2011
Plenty of colour, and bright, pure fruit typical of Kiwi Pinot. But also with a gravelly minerality that perhaps is indicative of Central Otago. …
775. Kumeu River, Estate Chardonnay, 2010
A first chance to taste Kumeu River’s wines, and they’re certainly aiming for quality. Characterised by new oak, ripe, but linear fruit on the …
708. Palliser Estate, The Great Harry Pinot Noir Martinborough, 2006
The final red – after Santa Duc Gigondas, 98 Beaucastel and Terram Priorat 06 – with venison. Perfectly mature, with silky tannins, but surprising …
699. Carrick, Pinot Noir Central Otago, 2009
An extra wine before dessert, and another Great Western sale pickup. I think, perhaps, a classic example of Central Otago Pinot Noir, where the …
623. Seresin, Pinot Gris Marlborough, 2007
Picked up at a comparative knock-down price from POTG for the Princess Wine Club, and once again, upholds the Pinot Gris tradition over the …
555. Ata Rangi, Pinot Noir Martinborough, 2006
Took this to Allegra’s wedding in the belief that we were bringing for our table… and then was lucky to be able to rescue …