The Mohua Pinot Noir, a wine that would easily be twice the price if it came from California. 100% Pinot Noir from the Bendigo (46%), Gibbston (40%) and Pisa (14%) subregions of Central Otago, New Zealand. The wine spends 10 months in French oak and has residual sugar of just 2 … [Read more...]
New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc: The Essential Summer Entertaining Wine
Today we have a special sponsored post from Sileni Estates, introducing their new single serve NANO Wines. While the innovative packaging may be new, the wine is the same delicious stuff they put into their bottles. I know because I recently had the chance to give both the … [Read more...]
Loveblock Central Otago Pinot Noir - Sweet, Tart and Tasty
Winemaker Kim Crawford returns with a new label. 100% Pinot Noir from Central Otago, New Zealand. The wine is aged for 11 months in older oak. SRP of $35 and available for as low as $22. Imported by Terlato Wines International. 2,700 cases produced. Sample submitted for … [Read more...]
Box O' Birds Sauvignon Blanc - Pure New Zealand
Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand. SRP of $16. Imported by Massanois Imports. This review is brought to you by Zachys.comwhere you can get the 2013 Box O' Birds Sauvignon Blanc for just $12.99! From the bottle: "box of birds colloq somewhat curiously, this is … [Read more...]
Mt. Beautiful North Canterbury Riesling - True To Its Name
Riesling from Cheviot Hills, North Canterbury, New Zealand. SRP of $18 and available for as low as $16. 655 cases produced. Sample submitted for review. From the bottle: "Inspired by a bold vision from David and Leigh Teece, the picturesque Mt Beautiful vineyard is located … [Read more...]
Picton Bay South Island Pinot Noir - Trader Joe's Top Picks Wine #6
BULK BUY! Pinot Noir from Marlborough and Nelson, South Island, New Zealand. Available exclusively at Trader Joe's. Purchased for $7.99. From the bottle: "This wine is made from grapes grown in Marlborough and Nelson. Picton Bay Pinot Noir is fresh with delicious red … [Read more...]
Mt. Beautiful North Canterbury Pinot Noir - Brings Its A-Game
BULK BUY! Pinot Noir from Cheviot Hills, North Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand. SRP of $24 and available for as low as $18. 2,650 cases produced. Imported by Mt. Beautiful USA. Sample submitted for review. See a listing of local retailers selling this wine … [Read more...]
Wairau River Marlborough Pinot Noir - Why Yes
100% Pinot Noir from Marlborough, New Zealand. SRP of $22 and available for as low as $16. Sample submitted for review. From the bottle: "Established in 1978, the Rose family estate vineyards are situated on the banks of the Wairau (Why-raow) River. Careful crop control … [Read more...]
Kim Crawford Marlborough Pinot Noir - An Earthy, Spicy Pinot Noir From New Zealand
100% Pinot Noir from Marlborough, New Zealand. SRP of $19 and purchased for $12. (This one has been spotted at Costco as well.) From the bottle: "The grapes for this wine are from selected vineyards in Marlborough. The wine was classically handled and aged in a mixture of … [Read more...]
Craggy Range Kidnappers Vineyard Hawkes Bay Chardonnay - The Fruit To The Rescue!
100% Chardonnay from Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand. SRP of $22 and available for as low as $16. Sample submitted for review. From the bottle: "Craggy Range is a family owned winery specialising in the production of expressive single vineyard wines. The Kidnappers … [Read more...]
Goldwater Wairau Valley Marlborough Pinot Noir - Pinot Noir Perfection
100% Pinot Noir from Wairau Valley, Marlborough, New Zealand. SRP of $25 and available for as low as $23 (Saturday Splurge). Sample received courtesy Pasternak Wine Imports for review purposes. From the bottle: "On first impression, our Pinot might remind you of … [Read more...]
Stoneleigh Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc - Lovely
100% Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand. SRP of $15 and available for $11.99 at Costco. Sample received courtesy Pernod Ricard for review purposes. From the bottle: "Smooth stones characterize the Stoneleigh vineyards in Marlborough. By day, these stones reflect … [Read more...]
Dashwood Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc: A Lime-O-Rama!
100% Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand. SRP of $12 and available widely for around $9. Sample received courtesy Pasternak Wine Imports for review purposes. From the bottle: "Those who like crisp, dry flavours will enjoy the undertones of passionfruit and lime … [Read more...]
Dashwood Marlborough Pinot Noir - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20
100% Pinot Noir from Marlborough, New Zealand. SRP of $11 and available at that price. Sample received courtesy Pasternak Wines for review purposes. From the bottle: "Partied up or chilled out, the 2009's smooth character accompanies food and get-together's … [Read more...]
Stoneleigh Marlborough Pinot Noir - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20
100% Pinot Noir from Marlborough, New Zealand. SRP of $15 and available for around $12. Sample received courtesy the winemaker for review purposes. From the bottle: "Smooth stones characterize the Stoneleigh vineyards in Marlborough. By day, these stones reflect heat to … [Read more...]
Saint Clair Vicar's Choice Pinot Noir - Speaking Words of Wisdom, Let It Breathe
When I find myself in times of thirst, my wine rack calls to me Open it with a corkscrew and let it breathe. And in my hour of parchedness a red wine I see Speaking words of wisdom, let it breathe. Let it breathe, let it breathe, let it breathe, let it breathe. Speaking … [Read more...]