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    Loveblock Central Otago Pinot Noir - Sweet, Tart and Tasty

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 25, 2015 Last Updated: February 27, 2021

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    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...]

    Filed Under: New Zealand, Pinot Noir, Saturday Splurge

    Box O' Birds Sauvignon Blanc - Pure New Zealand

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 10, 2014 Last Updated: December 10, 2016

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    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...]

    Filed Under: Deals, Highly Recommended, New Zealand, Sauvignon Blanc

    Mt. Beautiful North Canterbury Riesling - True To Its Name

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 17, 2014 Last Updated: December 10, 2016

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    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...]

    Filed Under: New Zealand, Riesling

    Picton Bay South Island Pinot Noir - Trader Joe's Top Picks Wine #6

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 27, 2014 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

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    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...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, New Zealand, Pinot Noir, Pinot Noir For The 99, Trader Joe's

    Mt. Beautiful North Canterbury Pinot Noir - Brings Its A-Game

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 28, 2014 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

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    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...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, New Zealand, Pinot Noir, Pinot Noir For The 99

    Wairau River Marlborough Pinot Noir - Why Yes

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 28, 2013 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

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    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...]

    Filed Under: New Zealand, Pinot Noir, Pinot Noir For The 99

    Kim Crawford Marlborough Pinot Noir - An Earthy, Spicy Pinot Noir From New Zealand

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 5, 2013 Last Updated: March 5, 2021

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    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...]

    Filed Under: Costco, Highly Recommended, New Zealand, Pinot Noir

    Craggy Range Kidnappers Vineyard Hawkes Bay Chardonnay - The Fruit To The Rescue!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 4, 2013 Last Updated: December 11, 2016

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    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...]

    Filed Under: Chardonnay, New Zealand

    Goldwater Wairau Valley Marlborough Pinot Noir - Pinot Noir Perfection

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 29, 2012 Last Updated: December 15, 2016

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    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...]

    Filed Under: New Zealand, Pinot Noir, Saturday Splurge

    Stoneleigh Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc - Lovely

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 25, 2012 Last Updated: February 27, 2021

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    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...]

    Filed Under: Costco, New Zealand, Sauvignon Blanc, Thanksgiving

    Dashwood Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc: A Lime-O-Rama!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 12, 2012 Last Updated: February 27, 2021

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    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...]

    Filed Under: New Zealand, Sauvignon Blanc

    Dashwood Marlborough Pinot Noir - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 10, 2012 Last Updated: December 15, 2016

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    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...]

    Filed Under: New Zealand, Pinot Noir

    Stoneleigh Marlborough Pinot Noir - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 21, 2011 Last Updated: December 15, 2016

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    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...]

    Filed Under: New Zealand, Pinot Noir

    Saint Clair Vicar's Choice Pinot Noir - Speaking Words of Wisdom, Let It Breathe

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 4, 2011 Last Updated: August 24, 2017

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    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...]

    Filed Under: New Zealand, Pinot Noir

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