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Deluxe Mixed Case of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc

A selection of some of the best Sauvignon Blancs produced in New Zealand including:

• 4 bottles of Astrolabe Single Vineyard 2007 Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough     

  We've sourced a tiny batch ( as only a very small amount was made ) of this Trophy winning wine. Its the first time we've been able to offer this single vineyard wine out and its the classic food match wine which was proved by the Trophy it received. Out of 63 marlborough sauvignons entered the Awatere won the overall award for the inaugral 'Greenshell Icon Cuulinaire'- that is the best sauvignon that matchs Greenlip Mussels. The highly regarded wine and food judges raved about the quality of this wine and it was up against the best that Marlborough could produce. "Passionfruit, lemon grass, gooseberry and capsicumon the nose with a palate that is medium to full bodied in weight with strong gooseberry and currant flavours, a hint of nettles and a crisp finish." A stunning sauvignon, but you'd expect nothing less from Astrolable and with their normal sauvignon winning 4 golds and 5 stars in Cuisine its hard to imagine this could be better- but we think it is!

• 4 bottles of St Clair Block Range 2007 Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough       

  The Saint Clair name is synonymous with quality, award winning wines, especially in their Sauvignon Blanc range. This wine is made from fruit harvested in single vineyard blocks in Marlborough which provide exciting and distinct flavour profiles to the wine.

• 4 bottles of Richardson 2006 Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough                      

  This is one of the best examples of Marlborough Sauvignon we have tried this year and produced by one of the finest talents in N.Z.- Michelle Richardson ( ex chief winemaker at Villa ). "An intense bouquet, reminiscent of ripe gooseberries and melon with a hint of nettle. The palate is full and inviting with the wild ferment portion creating a viscosity that wraps around the natural Marlborough acidity, and the cooler ferment provides structure, fruit spectrum and provides a lingering and moorish finish."

Premier Mixed Case of NZ Sauvignon Blanc

• 4 bottles of Astrolabe 2007 Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough

  Released on the 1st August. Simon Waghorn is extremely pleased with the quality of this years wine and when the low key Simon is excited about a wine you know it has to be good.. He writes the wine up as - "Pale straw with green highlights with aromas of white and red currant leaf, gooseberry, lemon grass, jalapeño and lime peel aromas. The palate is medium to full-bodied with strong gooseberry and currant flavours, a hint of freshly-cut red capsicum, and a refreshingly smooth lingering finish." Enjoy this classy sauvignon and as Bob Campbell says- 'This is one of N.Z.'s best producers of Sauvignon."

• 4 bottles of Terrace Heights Estate 2006 Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough

  From this up and coming winery ,( whose Pinot Noir just won "Best Pinot Noir' at the Royal Easter Show ) grown on the stony, silty soils of the old Wirau river bed ( opposite Seresin Estate ) comes this great buying sauvignon. Made at Whitehaven winery where Simon Waghorn is the chief winemaker. The 2006 has piercingly intense Marlborough flavours of fresh cut grass, gooseberries and kiwifruit. Good weight and depth of fruit, its concentrated and dry. A great example and well priced to boot.

• 4 bottles of Highfield 2006 Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough

  With a huge track record of seven consecutive vintages of Highfield Sauvignon Blanc to win Gold, and the sixth Trophy awarded to Highfield with Winemaker Alistair Soper at the helm this record shows how good their sauvignon blanc is. Meticulous fruit selection and cold fermentation contribute an abundant spectrum of tropical and herbal aromas. Passionfruit, gooseberry and red pepper fragrances spring from the glass. Extended lees contact adds depth, texture and balance to the palate. The finish is long and crisp. "The 2006 has a very aromatic, fine, fruit lifted nose. Juicy, fresh, lively impact is followed by a crisp, fine mid palate that has some fruit depth as well as a citrus brightness. Finishes fluid, soft and slightly herbal. Smart wine". Keith Stewart

Deluxe Mixed Case of New Zealand Chardonnay

A selection of some of New Zealand's top Chardonnays from various regions including:

• 4 bottles of Kumeu River Estate 2006 Chardonnay, Auckland                     

  The Brajkovich's think that the 2006 vintage chardonnays rank amongst the best they've ever made! Both the Kumeu River Estate and Maties Chardonnays make Wine Spectator U.S.A. Top 100 Wines of the Year and have done for many years ( now they have two additional single vineyard wines to their bow this year ) which shows the class and consistency of one of N.Z. best chardonnays. Hand harvested, whole bunch pressed, indigenous yeast fermentation, 100% malo-lactic fermentation. Kumeu River Chardonnay is drawn from six different vineyard sites in the Kumeu Region. "The 2006 vintage was a delight from bud burst to harvest and the Chardonnays from this year are considered to be the finest we have seen. The wine from this spectacular vintage is ripe, floral and delicious. The beautiful peach and hazelnut aromas along with the rich silky texture are distinct characteristics of this wine even at this young stage. This is undoubtedly one of the best examples we have seen of this wine and is sheer pleasure to taste and drink. This wine will benefit greatly from a period of bottle maturation of two to four years." M.Brajkovick.

• 4 bottles of Te Mata Elston 2006 Chardonnay, Hawkes Bay                             

  "One of New Zealands most illustrious Chardonnays, Elston is stylish, intense, slowly evolving Hawkes Bay wine. At around 4 yrs old, it is notably complete, showing concentration and finesse." M.Cooper. First made in 1984, Elson has evolved with greater complexity from increasing vine age and the variety of soil types on which it is grown. Elston 2006 is made from chardonnay grapes entirely hand harvested from Te Mata Estate vineyards. Elston 2006 has been bottled with new technology DIAM corks. These are washed with a liquid form of carbon dioxide which eliminates any possibility of cork taint."Elston Chardonnay 2006 is a light golden/ green colour with aromas and flavours of citrus blossom, peach and buttered toast. The ripe and full palate has a lovely fresh acidity providing structure and great length to this quality wine."

• 4 bottles of Astrolabe 2006 Chardonnay, Marlborough                                   

  Just released and what a follow on from the 92/100 and Gold at the Air N.Z. 2005 vintage. Simon Waghorn is a perfectionist both in the vineyard and winery and it certainly shows in this delicious chardonnay. Soft and creamy with great texture. Its elegant, with slightly leafy citrus and white peach flavours plus a suggestion of nutty lees characters. Stylish chardonnay from a winery that is widely regarded as one of NZ's best sauvignon blanc makers. 
  

Premier Mixed Case of New Zealand Chardonnay

A selection of excellent drinking Chardonnays from various regions of New Zealand including:

• 4 bottles of Squawking Magpie 2005 Chardonnay, Hawkes Bay                      

  Gold Medal at the Mercedes Benz Wine Awards and Silver at the Air N.Z. . A terrific track record for this wine from Gimblett Gravels fruit. "Squawking Magpie is the label of Gavin Yortt, co-founder of the Irongate vineyard in Gimblett Rd, Hawkes Bay. The outstanding 2005 vintage was hand-picked, whole-bunch pressed and fermented and lees-aged in French oak barriques. A wine of power and elegance, very fragrant and harmonious, it has lush, ripe, peach and grapefruit flavours showing an almost honeyed richness, mealy, barrel-ferment characters and a well rounded finish. Creamy and complex, its a very elegant wine."

• 4 bottles of Riverby 2006 Chardonnay, Marlborough                                        

  If you like a creamy chardonnay this is one of the best new label chardonnays we've tried for a long time. From 18 year old, low cropped, hand picked vines this is only their third release. Previously this grower on sold his fruit which was made into a very prestigious Marlborough label ( which we arent allowed to tell you about ) winning numerous gold medal. "Oak fermented and lees stirred, with full malo-latic. Well fruited and alive, plenty of spine as we expect in a young wine. Lots of depth shows already with lots more to unfold over the next couple of years." 4.5 stars. Winestate.

• 4 bottles of Blackenbrook 2005 Chardonnay,Nelson.                                       

  Ex chief wine maker at Siefreid Estate now owns and runs this very quality focused winery in Nelson. Combined with vintages in Austria, Germany and Alsace this is a new potent winemaking force in Nelson. Whole bunch ferment and extended lees contact in American oak this wine is fragrant with an attractive bouquet of toast, butterscotch and nutty oak. Great value chardonnay.

Deluxe Mixed Case Of New Zealand Pinot Noir

A selection of top drinking New Zealand Pinot Noirs including:

• 4 bottles of Peregrine 2006 Pinot Noir, Central Otago

  Always a consistent , terrific value top line pinot from central. The fruit for this wine came from the Cromwell basin (80%) and the Gibbston Valley (20%). 5 stars by Bob Campbell "Classy, dense wine with lovely sweet black cherry, plum and dried spice flavours. An accessible and appealing wine with a seductively soft texture and lingering finish." Well priced for a top Central Otago label.

• 4 bottles of De Vine 2006 Pinot Noir, Central Otago

  The huge talents of Matt Evans is behind this hugely promising new label. He is the former assistant winemaker at Gibbston Valley and has combined with two other high profile locals to produce this classy wine. Matt is on his 18th vintage and has done vintages in Oregan etc- so he knows his stuff! Gold Medal - San Francisco International Wine Competition. "Grown at Gibbston, this is a classic regional style. Deep ruby, with fresh plum, spice and herb aromas and flavours, it is intensely varietal and fruity, savoury and supple, with French oak complexity (40 per cent new) and satisfying body. Delicious drinking now onwards." Michael Cooper. Enjoy this hugely promising new label from amongst the pack of new labels coming out of Central.

• 4 bottles of Terrace Heights Estate 2006 Pinot Noir, Marlborough

  Last year this won Trophy for "The Best Pinot Noir" at the Royal Easter Show. Hand picked fruit, hand plunging and 11 months in French oak. "Succulent black cherry and plum aromas lifted by vanilla and spicy oak. Its a full bodied wine containing opulent dark fruit flavours and a supple, silky texture balanced by sweet, charry oak."