New Zealand

Waipara Valley, New Zealand. The bright lemon hue of the young wine hints at the ripeness of fruit. It has generous aromas and flavours typical of the variety, suggesting pears, tropical spices and guavas. The barrel fermentation and ageing have added an intriguing layer of complexity and filled out the palate structure. The wine is fleshy and unctuous with a core of tangy minerality and acidity which draw out its length...

Waiheke Island, New Zealand. The 2020 Dreadnought opens up to aromas of white pepper, star anise and blueberries with hints of wild game and a subtle floral fragrance. The palate has a mineral vibrancy which holds the firm ripe tannins in check...

Waiheke Island, New Zealand. The palate is fresh and linear with more than a hint of decadence, but also it comes with a clean minerality towards the finish which is further enhanced by both fruit tannins and natural...

Waiheke Island, New Zealand. Classic Sémillon characters of chalk dust and fresh herbs with complex fennel bulb characters from the wild Sauvignon. The palate is focused and structured with tense acidity and ripe fruit tannins giving persistence and clarity...

Waiheke Island, New Zealand. This wine is built with the Merlot component providing the fruit softness and lifted berry fruit aromas, the Cabernet Franc adding fragrant earthy notes and a sinewy structure. Malbec brings ripe tannins and intense floral aromas while the Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon add density and tannin weight to the wine...

Waiheke Island, New Zealand. With exotic tropical fruit, fresh herbs and citrus notes this vintage of Sauvignon blanc displays characters found right across the ripening spectrum for Sauvignon and is balanced by fresh vibrant acidity and wonderful concentration. This Sauvignon made exclusively from our estate Waiheke vineyards displays both classic notes with the excitement of showcasing regional diversity in New Zealand’s best known grape variety...

Waiheke Island, New Zealand. The 2021 Valhalla Chardonnay shows complex savoury aromas supported by quality oak and typical fruit characters found at the ripe end of the Chardonnay flavour spectrum; grapefruit and marmalade characters with hints of apricot characters derived from a small amount of noble berries in the bunches. The palate has good weight balanced with vibrant acidity and quinine like freshness on the finish. A savoury complex wine that will reward time in the glass to open up or similarly time in the cellar to become perfectly integrated...

 

Central Otago, New Zealand. A rich, voluptuous Pinot Gris, driven by its wonderfully rich fruit flavours rather than residual sweetness. A vibrant entry to the palate is followed by honeysuckle and poached pear flavours layering the rich, viscous mid palate. The wine finishes crisp and dry with long appley acidity and flavours which balance the wine nicely...