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Garofoli Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico 2009
NZD $21.95 NZD $19.95
152643
Verdicchio had a great comeback over the last 15-20 years, situated in Marche, central east of Italy and has also been known for producing a crisp, flinty and mineral wine that is excellent with shellfish, fish and white meats. The modern versions are mostly tank fermented with no oak or over elaborate winemaking but yet displaying excellent concentration, depth and freshness. Try with fish, shellfish or pastas.
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Pleasant Valley Merlot Cabernet Franc 2006
NZD $21.95 NZD $18.95
153008
Pleasant Valley Red All This came on a St. Emilion tasting which was thrown in purely by chance and we really didn't have a clue where it was from, in fact none of us picked it as being from New Zealand and when we looked at the price definitely not from Waiheke, it was far to cheap to be from there. Cabernet Franc is not the easiest grape to ripen and not the easiest grape to grow either that's why we didn't think that it would be from New Zealand. It really exhibits a wonderful perfume of dry earth and truffle, great acidity, pure and yet still concentrated. Lovely richness and succulent with an array of wild berries but still very well integrated, vibrant, fresh with excellent finish, this is really equal to many $40-$50 wines out there. Enjoy now or over the next 3-4 years.
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Menhir Cinque Passi Negroamaro 2007
NZD $21.95 NZD $19.95
152561
There are very few areas in the world with the history and traditions of wine making equal to Puglia in the South of Italy, their wine making history goes back to the Phoenicians, Greeks and the Romans, who eventually introduced wine to the rest of Europe. There are very few areas in the world which have undergone such an enormous transformation in the last 10 years. They have gone from producing very much bulk and dull wine to world class, modern, juicy, exciting and sexy wines. Menhir is very much a family affair that is situated in Salento, South of Puglia. The wine it is made in a modern style yet not ignoring tradition or its terroir, the 2007 it is the best vintage they have made up to date, ripe fruit intensity with mineral notes, power, balance and amazing middle palate.
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Menhir Tre Lune Malvasia Nera 2004
NZD $21.95 NZD $19.95
152579
This is one of those varieties that has been around as long as the Roman Empire. It was always over looked, over worked, over cropped, in fact it wasn’t really treated very nicely. However the modern versions that some producers are making are a complete transformation. Almost black inky colour loaded with wild flowers, herbs and dry fruits, it’s expressive, juicy and succulent yet clean, vibrant and fresh, it’s not sweet or jammy and an excellent vintage which is drinking very well now however will also keep for another few years. Ideal for the BBQ, roast etc.
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Garci Grande Verdejo Viura 2006
NZD $21.95 NZD $19.95
152933
Bodegas Garci Grande has 200 acres of vineyards on Rueda’s gravelly, dry plateau near the historic town of Valladolid in the southern part of the zone. Garci Grande is made from a blend of 50% Verdejo and 50% Viura. The Verdejo grape has been grown in the Rueda region for over centuries. Its origins date back to the 11th century. Viura was introduced in the 1950’s, when Verdejo wasn’t appreciated on its own. No oak as it doesn’t need it, it offers an array of minerals, green figs and cashew nuts, full body with crisp and racy acidity, freshness and concentration. This is the sort of wine that over delivers for its price, versatile, good on its own and even better with food. If you haven’t tried it, you should because at the price they don’t come any better.
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La Multa Old Vine Macabeo 2006
NZD $21.95 NZD $19.95
153023
This is made from 45 year old vines in the continental inland climate of Calatayud in north eastern Spain. Completely unoaked with extensive lees aging to give it complexity, aroma and depth. The wine exhibits a mouth filling and caressing structure with beautiful vibrancy yet remaining very clean and accurate, full bodied and expressive yet not sweet or flabby. Ideal with fish, casseroles, white cheeses and definitely white meats such as pork. Drink now or over the next 3-4 years.
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Menhir No Zero Negroamaro 2006
NZD $21.95 NZD $19.95
Out of Stock
152877
These beautiful vineyards rest on a stunning national park in Puglia on the Northern Border of Salento., this is another reason why Southern Italian wines offer extraordinary value for under $20 it offers an array of raspberry jam, smoky stone fruit aromas, big middle palate yet remaining focused, fresh and very pure. Its soft tannins and vibrant acidity gives it life, vibrancy and even though it is drinking beautifully now, it will also cellar for another 4-5 years. Outstanding value for money.
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Breaksea Sound Pinot Noir 2009
NZD $21.95 NZD $19.95
153107
This is a classic example of how the market has changed when it comes to Central Otago Pinot Noir. Only a few years ago you would expect to pay in the $30’s for a Pinot Noir like this however due to various factors and in particular, overproduction and overpricing, they finally came down to earth and at $19.95 we are starting to see some value here because this is wonderful Pinot Noir. Soft, perfumed, wonderful texture, light to medium body as most of them are however very characteristic of Pinot Noir and at the price, well worth it. For those of you who enjoy Central Otago Pinot Noir, this is a must.
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Marques de Riscal Proximo 2008
NZD $21.95 NZD $19.95
153431
A classical standard Rioja from one of the most historic Bodegas in the region, made from Tempranillo mainly and from the vineyards owned exclusively by Marquis de Riscal. This is a Rioja that embodies classical characteristics, fruity, smoky with hints of leather, game and supple tannins. Very well structured that will be superb with a variety of dishes such as poultry and roast meats. At the price it offers outstanding quality and it will also cellar for another 3-4 years.
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Dominio de Eguren Codice 2003
NZD $21.95 NZD $19.95
152388
Over the last 20 years, Spain has surged ahead as one of the leading producers of outstanding wine in the world. This is from Castilla, situated right in the middle of Spain where a combination of high altitude, continental climate, cold winters and hot summers are ideal growing conditions for outstanding wines. Made from old vine Tempranillo, exhibiting tobacco, leather, spice and medium to full bodied yet very fresh and clean. The 2003 was another fantastic vintage in Spain characterized by intense heat and optimum ripening conditions. A little on the young side now but will cellar for 3-4 years. Ideal with cheese, grilled meats and anti-pasto.
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Domaine Point Pinot Gris 2008
NZD $21.95 NZD $19.95
Out of Stock
153323
It’s not often that we come across an excellent Pinot Gris which offers an array of concentrated fruits of pear, fig and turkish delight yet maintaining wonderful structure, clarity and focus. This is a Pinot Gris that is suitable for drinking right now being very refreshing and aromatic yet will also cellar for another couple of years.
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French Bay Pinot Noir 2010
NZD $21.95 NZD $19.95
153189
We've been eagerly waiting for this and it is finally arriving, we've tried it 3-4 times against other Central Otago Pinot Noirs all at $30-$40 plus and it is just up there. At last we are starting to see some value from this ever promising and in some cases exciting area. It is Pinot Noir as it should be, soft, velvety and textural with forrest floor, maraschino cherry and a good dose of spring flowers. Superb ripe tannins, very good acidity and a delicious burst of freshness and fruit... We think you'll love it! And let’s not forget it’s only $19.95 per bottle in case lots. Shock your friends and tell them it is $40.
