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Chateau Latour 1998
NZD $1040.00
If Lafite is renowned for elegance, Latour is prized for power. Vines were first planted on the site in the fourteenth century, but Latour's reputation stems from the late part of the seventeenth century, when the estate was inherited by Alexandre de SégurIn recent years, there has been no finer wine made in Bordeaux than this fabled First Growth, for Latour displays an uncanny combination of deep color; Cabernet-dominated flavors of dark berries, licorice and minerals; the finest oak that money can buy; and great length on the aftertaste. Typically, the blend is 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot. Latour is as ageworthy as Bordeaux gets, which means that the best vintages will develop in bottle for at least three or four decades. Within recent years the best vintages have been 1982, 1990, and 2000. "Red-ruby. Deep aromas of cassis, licorice and lead pencil. Deeper than Les Forts but currently rather mute in the middle. Strongly minerally. Offers classic Latour structure and spine. Finishes with sneaky, subtle persistence." Stephen Tanzer (91 points) Robert Parker: 90 points
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Chateau Mouton Rothschild 2003
NZD $995.00
Often the most exotic and perfumed wine of the Médoc, Mouton-Rothschild was promoted from second- to first-growth status in 1973, the only château to be so elevated since 1855. Incidentally, Mouton-Rothschild was the first Bordeaux estate to begin complete chateau bottling of its wines. The estate retains a special commitment to bottling and enlists famous artists of the day to design each label. This touch makes Mouton-Rothschild especially desired by collectors, but doesn't detract from the outstanding quality of the wines themselves. The dramatic cassis and black cherry fruitiness, and mineral and graphite notes of Mouton-Rothschild are complemented by nuances of smoke, char, coffee and chocolate from the 100% new oak barrels. Look to 1986, 1995, 1999, and 2002 for outstanding recent vintages. "Good medium ruby. This is downright exotic on the nose: mocha, coffee, graphite and coconut, lifted by sandalwood and cinnamon spice. Then dense, supple and fine-grained without coming across as heavy. Suggestion of aromatic tree bark. A seamless wine that spreads out horizontally on the back end and finishes with very fine tannins." Stephen Tanzer (93 points) Robert Parker: 95 points Wine Spectator: 94 points
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Champagne Cattier Premier Cru Brut NV Methuselah 6ltr
NZD $950.00
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Chateau Margaux 1998
NZD $840.00
The suavest and most graceful of the Bordeaux First Growths, this fabled estate produces wines with an ineffable floral perfume, silky texture and great persistence on the aftertaste. But describing this wine as elegant or feminine does not capture its superb concentration, structure and aging potential. Grapes have been grown on the property dating from the sixteenth century, and since 1977 the estate has been owned by the Mentzelopoulos family, with winemaking team director Paul Pontallier, cellar master Jean Grangerou and consulting oenologist Emile Peynaud taking responsibility for the output. Outstanding vintages under the ownership include 1982, 1983, 1986, 1990, 1996, 2000, 2003, and 2005. "Medium ruby. Cool, floral aromas of red berries, violet, cocoa powder, graphite and spicy oak, along with a whiff of smoked meat. Juicy, sharply delineated and austere; a classic, adamantly dry claret with superb intensity and grip. This is beginning to close up, unlike the '99. But really expands on the very long, perfumed finish. Tannins are dusty but even." Stephen Tanzer (92+ points) Robert Parker: 91 points Wine Advocate: 90 points
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Armand de Brignac - The Best Champagne in the World - Made by Champagne Cattier - Available Mid September NZD $599.00 Out of stock
Fine Champagne Magazine (the world’s only International Champagne publication), ranks the world’s top 100 Champagnes from their recent blind tasting of 1,000 brands. Armand de Brignac topped the field with the No. 1 ranking! In the issue, editor Essi Avellan writes, “We witnessed in our glasses a fine, smooth, and creamy Champagne with underlying power and great mineral freshness. Classic, restrained, and energetic in style, it has everything a truly great Champagne can offer. Its accentuated fruit-forwardness is what makes it so irresistibly palatable today. Armand de Brignac’s flashy golden bottle is eye-catching in the true meaning of the expression. It is always rewarding when the content of the bottle matches its price and reputation. We were thrilled that the Champagne, appreciated by the rich and famous…delivered so perfectly on the connoisseurs’ collective palate.” In the magazine’s listing by rank of the top-rated Champagnes, Armand de Brignac is described as follows: “Pale lemony color. Smooth peach nose with pear and floral notes. Complex with mineral smokiness, restraint, honey and spicy finesse. Creamy, foamy palate with good freshness and tropical fruit. Linear with compact fruit and wonderful length. Enjoyable today but there is great potential ahead.”I am thrilled to announce the debut of the film on the story and history of Armand de Brignac, the Number One-Rated Champagne in the World produced by our very own Champagne Cattier. The film was shot at the Cattier vineyards and cellars in the village of Chigny-les-Roses, Champagne where I visited last year with the most amazing welcome from all at Cattier. It is now available for viewing online! This beautiful film covers the background of Armand de Brignac, the methods of its creation, and introduces all of the people behind the Champagne, including father and son winemakers Jean-Jacques and Alexandre Cattier and Commercial Director and great friend of mine Philippe Bienvenu. Armand de Brignac is not yet available in New Zealand but we will keep you posted. There are three Champagnes in the range - the flagship Cuvée, the Brut Gold, a Rosé and a Blanc de Blancs, which made from a blend of Chardonnay grapes, enclosed in an historic silver bottle with matching silver labels. All retail for approx $NZ450 a bottle. The film runs approximately nine minutes. Enjoy. Not yet available in NZ, but please let me know if you are interested in purchasing any of these and I will let you know when they are available. Click here to watch the video. -
Champagne Cattier Premier Cru Brut NV Jeroboam 3ltr
NZD $450.00
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Wine Appreciation Course - Coming Soon
NZD $195.00
Have Some Fun and Learn About Wine This six-week course will dramatically increase your knowledge and understanding of wine. Learn: How to taste wine more effectively (I'll show you a simple technique that will double the amount of flavour you get from any wine) How to cellar wine and how to know how long to keep any particular wine Matching wines with foods The differences between grape varieties Understanding wine labels How wine is made And lots more.... We will also be tasting a wide selection of great wines from around the world. When: Wednesdays, 7-9pm for six weeks Where: La Cantina, 54A Waimarie St, St Heliers
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Cattier Clos du Moulin NZD $159.95
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Champagne Cattier Premier Cru Brut NV Magnum 1.5 litre
NZD $155.00
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Vinturi Red Wine Aerator with Tower NZD $139.95
The perfect Fathers Day Gift. The elegant Tower cradles Vinturi and creates a dramatic presentation for conveniently aerating your wine into a glass or decanter. The contemporary design complements Vinturi and accents any table, countertop or home bar. Innovative two piece design is easy to store and clean. Presented in a classy presentation box. A great gift. -
Cattier Brut Saphir NZD $139.95
80% Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier with 20% Chardonnay. An intricate silver-thread cage holds a gleaming blue bottle which stores this gold/amber Champagne. Blue Saphir emits the hints of flowers and white citrus fruits that provide a lasting fresh fig taste, and is best served as an aperitif with cocktails or hours d'oeuvres. -
Mancuso Grenache 2005 NZD $129.95
Around the world, this tiny-production wine is now almost impossible to find, having been lauded by Robert Parker who selected it as one of the great Grenache wines of the world, alongside wines like La Barroche Pure Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2007 ($400), Espectacle Monstant 2006 ($330), Clos Erasmus 2005 ($1129) and Torbreck Les Amis 2005 ($250). Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate magazine gave it 96/100. To put this in perspective this is the same score as 2005 Lafite-Rothschild, Chateau Latour, Mouton-Rothschild and Petrus and was rated higher than 2005 Le Pin which sells on average worldwide for $3811. Vinedos del Mancuso is a tiny, new producer focused purely on crafting wines of the highest quality from ancient Grenache vines in a once forgotten part of the Aragon province. They are without doubt one of the most exciting Spanish Bodegas to emerge in the past five years. Two of Spain’s most dynamic young winemakers, Jorge Navascues of Aragon and Carlos San Pedro of Rioja teamed up in 1990 to buy five small vineyards totalling 8 hectares with ancient un-grafted Grenache vines growing at around 1000 metres above sea level on broken slate and yielding less than half a bottle per vine. 80-100 year old vine Garnacha was harvested by hand in small boxes then hand selected in the vineyard then again at the winery. The wine was fermented in small wooden vats followed by an extended post-fermentation maceration of 24 days to obtain a greater extraction of colour and tannins. Matured in new French Allier oak barrels for 14 months, then bottled without filtration. 96/100 Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate “It offers up a superb bouquet of toasty new oak, pencil lead, scorched earth, espresso, black cherry, and blackberry liqueur. Opulent, rich, and complex on the palate, this full-bodied wine has tons of flavour, nicely concealed ripe tannin, and a long, fruit-filled finish. Cellar it for 6-8 years and drink it from 2016 to 2030.” -
Cattier Blanc de Blancs Les Roses NZD $129.95
Made from 100% Chardonnay, this is gold in colour with green reflections. Fine, floral and citrus on the nose with flavours of fresh, fine, white fruits, dried apricots and vanilla. A 'living' and light Champagne. Ideal as an apéritif or serve with seafood and fish. -
Cattier Brut Rose Red Kiss NZD $129.95
Made from 90% Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier with 10% Chardonnay this is the perfect gift. Presented in an eye-catching red bottle and ornate gold-thread cage, this fresh, full-bodied salmon hued champagne has aromas of cherry, strawberry and blackberry. Red Kiss is perfectly paired with poultry, white meat and blue cheese. -
Casa Gran del Siurana Gran Cruor 2006 NZD $120.00
Priorat, home to Spain’s most expensive and fashionable red wines is ideally suited to making great Syrah to rival the best of Cote Rotie and Hermitage. Located on the Mediterranean coast, south of Barcelona, Priorat’s gnarly old vines grown on steep schist terraces produce dark, deep, powerful reds, with wonderful balancing mineral intensity. Gran Cruor from new and exciting Priorat producer Casa Gran del Siurana is regarded as Spain’s greatest Syrah-predominant wine. It is made almost exclusively from grown on the steep Cote-Rotie-like slate terraces of their La Fredat vineyard. Jose Peñín, Spain’s most influential wine writer, has given Gran Cruor the highest score that he’s ever awarded to a Spanish Syrah, saying “One of the kings of Spanish Syrah wines is Casa Gran del Siurana’s Gran Cruor.” Gran Cruor 2006 also recently won the Trophy for Best Northern Spanish Red at the 2010 Decanter World Wine Awards which this year qualified as the world’s biggest international wine competition with more entries this year than any other leading wine competition in the world. Casa Gran del Siurana was established in 2000, and to create impact in the world of wine have positioned themselves as arguably the best value source of fine Priorat reds. Based at the 300 year old La Casa Gran farmhouse, all of their fruit comes from their own steep slate hillside estates, the 10 hectare La Fredat estate and 6 hectare La Casa Gran estate. Trophy for Best Northern Spanish Red - Decanter World Wine Awards 2010. 93/100 Penin Guide 2010 (the publication of Spain’s most influential wine writer) “One of the kings of Spanish Syrah wines is Casa Gran del Siurana’s Gran Cruor.” -
Cattier Gift Box with 2 Glasses NZD $99.50 Out of stock
Arriving November 1st. There really are limited numbers of this strikingly presented pack from Champagne Cattier. Rated around the world as The Best Value Champagne with 2 Cattier branded glasses, this is a great gift that truly over-delivers. I'm told this could easily retail at $140+ and be called a bargain at that. Please secure your orders now to avoid immense disappointment as these will go fast. -
Cattier Blanc de Noirs with Velvet Gift Box NZD $99.50 Out of stock
A truly magnificent Champagne which is the 'dark horse' of the Cattier range, proving to be a real eye-opener with the Champagne connoisseur.Made from 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Pinot Meunier, the elegant black case gives way to an equally sleek, noir tinged bottle with silver accents. The bottle appropriately conveys the richness of this straw coloured Champagne, which provides hints of raspberry and violets. This distinct, yet complex, Champagne presents a full-bodied taste and partners well with red meat, game and fish as well as foods that are spicy, savoury or sweet. -
Svyturys Ekstra Lithuanian Beer 4x6 packs NZD $94.80
Proving to be very popular, this beer has an intense aroma of hops and rich long lasting taste that is empowered by slight bitterness generated by the hops. Also available in store in single bottles for $3.95ea or 6 packs for $23.70ea. 330ml bottles. 5.2% alcohol. -
Champagne Flutes 6pk NZD $89.70
If you are ever visiting Champagne, France, you will notice most of the Champagne Houses use this style of glass. Champagne or sparkling wines are best suited for this style of glass and should be filled to the waist which encourages the oxygenation due to the large surface area. The aromas are perfectly concentrated as a result of the tapered top while the base has been carefully etched to release fine bubbles. To appreciate the full flavour, this distinctive shape of glass allows the wine to be guided to the centre of the tongue. The final result is the aromas and flavours of the wine are enhanced so it can be enjoyed at its best. A very good investment, especially for lovers of fine Champagne.The flutes available are the Chef & Sommelier Open Up Effervescent Flute and work out to $14.95ea -
Scotts Gluten Free Beer 4 x 6 packs NZD $87.80
Equates to $21.95 per 6 pack. 330ml bottles. -
Cattier Brut Antique Premier Cru NZD $79.95
45% Pinot Noir, 30% Pinot Meunier, and 25% Chardonnay, this is aged for up to three years. This golden-coloured, non-vintage Champagne is extremely big on flavour and will not disappoint. Flavours of brioche bread and dried fruits and despite the age on the blend, there’s no sense of nuttiness. It starts off dry and opens up with just a touch of sweetness the more you drink it. Outstanding with food, especially pork or poultry. -
Vinturi White Wine Aerator NZD $79.95
Turn a $15 wine into a $25 wineI know I keep harping on about this device, but it is amazing how it works. I've got the red and white Vinturi on trial every Saturday for you to test out. The 'before and after' taste test will amaze you. It can make a $15 dollar bottle of wine taste like a $25 bottle so it's got to be a great investment for you. These are selling incredibly fast.It's a longstanding myth that white wine does not need aeration. The truth is that white wine displays the same improvements with aeration as red wine. Vinturi for White Wine has different internal dimensions and flow rates. The result is perfect aeration specifically for white wine.Building on the winning design of the Vinturi Red Wine Aerator, engineers have modified the reservoir and air ducts to accommodate white wine's unique composition. The Vinturi White Wine Aerator provides a more vigorous aeration flow than its red wine counterpart, mixing just the right amount of air with your whites to enhance their character. Opens up young, full-bodied whites especially well. Comes with a no-drip base and a travel pouch. Aerator and base are dishwasher safe. Travel pouch is machine washable. -
Vinturi Red Wine Aerator NZD $79.95
I know I keep harping on about this device, but it is amazing how it works. I've got the red and white Vinturi on trial every Saturday for you to test out. The 'before and after' taste test will amaze you. It can make a $15 dollar bottle of wine taste like a $25 bottle so it's got to be a great investment for you. These are selling incredibly fast. Wine which has been allowed to breathe tastes better. As wine breathes, it opens up, and releases its intended aromas and flavours. Traditionally, decanters were used to aerate wine. For some, decanting is time consuming, cumbersome, and inconvenient. The Vinturi speeds up this process with ease and convenience - you can just pop it in your pocket if you're going out for the evening. Perfect aeration in the time it takes to pour a glass. Especially good for European and NZ Bordeaux style reds and young wines. Simply hold Vinturi over a glass and pour the wine through. Vinturi draws in and mixes the proper amount of air for the right amount of time, allowing your wine to breathe instantly. You'll notice a better bouquet, enhanced flavours and smoother finish. It's that fast. It's that easy. Comes with a no-drip stand, sediment filter and travel pouch. A must for all. Free Delivery for this item. -
Cattier Blanc de Noirs NZD $79.95 Out of stock
Arriving early November. Call now to secure your order. Gift Box not included. A truly magnificent Champagne which is the 'dark horse' of the Cattier range, proving to be a real eye-opener with the Champagne connoisseur. Made from 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Pinot Meunier. The bottle appropriately conveys the richness of this straw coloured Champagne, which provides hints of raspberry and violets. This distinct, yet complex, Champagne presents a full-bodied taste and partners well with red meat, game and fish as well as foods that are spicy, savoury or sweet. -
Cattier Vintage Premier Cru 2002 NZD $79.95
We tried this next to another top rated brand of Vintage 2002 Champagne that was nearly twice the price and the quality was very similar, and for the price, a whole lot better. This should be on the shelf at $150+ and a Vintage Champagne under $100 is absolutely unheard of these days.Produced from a blending of 2/3 Pinot & 1/3 Chardonnay, this Champagne is characterised by its aromas of brioche bread, dried fruits with some notes of red fruits and caramel. Grab it now before the price increases. A masterpiece. -
Champagne Cattier Premier Cru Brut Rose NZD $69.95 Out of stock
Best Buy and 4 1/2 Stars in the November 2009 issue of Cuisine. Only one of 2 to get a Best Buy. Cuisine says... "This direct, satisfying wine shows why Cattier consistently impresses our tasters. Attractive strawberry and cherry fruit characters and a crisp, elegant palate. Fine and long in the mouth, it has a hint of sweetness nicely balanced by zippy acidity. Try with chicken liver mousse." Also at a recent tasting of the English magazine Wine & Spirit, which brought together nearly 60 Rosé Champagnes, Cattier Brut Rose Premier Cru was ranked in 4th place! -
Terravin Hillside Reserve Pinot Noir 2006 NZD $59.99
You'll be surprised to hear, especially after actually tasting this Pinot Noir, that it is from Marlborough. I have been a long-time supporter of owner and winemaker Mike Eaton from Terravin and have always said this man's wines will be some of the most sought after from New Zealand. You hear wineries say their focus is on quality, to the point it's a bit of a cliché, but Mike must be the only winemaker in New Zealand not to produce a wine every vintage. Why? Followers of Terravin are now used to having only the best, highest quality wines available from New Zealand and are getting used to the fact that the next vintage will be better than the last - if that's possible. The whole Terravin range is fantastic, with the Reserve Hillside Pinot being an absolute stand-out.Bob Campbell 97/100 Gourmet Traveller. "The merits of selecting the best fruit from a hillside vineyard are obvious in this intense, complex wine. The layers of dark fruit, spice and oak flavours and silken texture in combination are particularly seductive".Robert Parker 93/100. "Ripe, sweet lifted nose of plum, wild strawberry and violets. The palate is full-bodied with pure ripe plum and raspberry fruit, very well balanced and elegant Supple and rounded towards the finish that lingers in the mouth. A little gem". This is great drinking now but will cellar to 2013 - 2015. Amazing buying. -
Champagne Cattier Premier Cru Brut NV 750ml NZD
$59.95$54.95Open for Tasting Every Saturday La Cantina is now the Proud New Distributor of Champagne Cattier in NZ. If you have a function and are looking for a Top Champagne to impress your guests, let me know and I will happily open a bottle of this for you to try. No obligation. Call me any time. I've also 96 Cattier Branded Champagne Flute glasses and wine glasses available - Free for hire when you purchase your wine through La Cantina. Best Buy in Cuisine 3 Years in a Row - Top Champagne of the Tasting 2006 Outstanding Value - Paul Tudor, Metro Magazine March 2010 Champagne Buy of the Year - John Hawkesby, Radio NZ 2009 Rated 3rd Best NV Champagne in the World - International Fine Champagne Magazine 2009 The House Champagne at the Ritz in London Served on British Airways and Air France first Class Cuisine says:"Cattier Premier Cru Brut NV was one lesser light to impress us greatly. Cattier is a smaller independent Champagne house with a history dating back to 1763 as grape growers, but they only started producing their own wine in 1918, making them “new” producers in Champagne terms. This keenly priced wine is made from Cattier’s own premier cru vineyards on the esteemed Montagne de Reims, one of Champagne’s best vineyard resources. Made in a fresh, tangy style with deliciously creamy texture and real persistence, it’s a first-class crowd-pleaser when only Champagne – the real thing – will do, but it has enough sheer class to sit easily alongside the region’s leading recognised brands. This keenly priced premier cru is fresh and lively. Tangy fruit character is perfectly integrated with subtle biscuity complexity, its texture is deliciously creamy, and the palate is long-lasting with a finely flavoured aftertaste. A bargain..." -
Badel Travarica 1Ltr NZD $59.95 Out of stock
A highly aromatic spirit distilled from good wine and infused with Mediterranean herbs, Travarica is the stand out amongst brandies. Its golden green hue, alluring fragrances and distinctive palate will warm the hearts of fine liqueur enthusiasts. 37.5% alcohol. -
Badel Komovica Rakija 1Ltr
NZD $59.95
A Croatian liqueur produced in the same way as Grappa. Serve chilled as an aperitif or digestif.
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Vie di Romans Chardonnay 2005 NZD $57.95
World Class Chardonnay from Italy Vie di Romans has a fourty hectare vineyard planted in chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, pinot grigio and a number of local varieties. They have very successfully married traditional winemaking with a state-of-the-art facility. This chardonnay is a fabulous wine, with an almost perfect combination of old world depth and complexity and new world fruit. Fully barrel fermented and having undergone 100% malolactic fermentation this is a powerful wine that is still very young (the winery itself suggests a cellaring time of 8 - 15 years). I could wax on about the rich medley of flavours, but the most remarkable thing is the length. It's a wine you certainly can't drink very fast. It's in a different league to any New World chardonnay I've tried and $57.95 is a veritable bargain for the experience it provides. -
El Puno Grenache 2007 NZD $51.95
Master of Wine, Norrel Robertson MW makes some of the most exceptional-value wines in Spain, like Papa Luna and Manga del Brujo. As Jancis Robinson MW says, “Talented British Master of Wine Norrel Robertson, regularly turns out under-priced bottlings.” He has long believed that Calatauyd can produce wines to the equal of Priorat, the region that produces many of Spain’s greatest and most expensive wines. Robert Parker agrees, saying “To this point, the D.O. of Calatayud has been best known for exceptional value. However, this is slowly changing as people appreciate just how good the wines made from its old-vine Grenache vineyards can be.” HE HAS NOW FUFULLIED HIS BELIEF, AND PROUDLY OFFERS HIS GREATEST WINE EVER – EL PUNO 2007. El Puno is Norrel Robertson MW’s flagship wine. It was crafted it from ancient 70-100 vine Garnacha, grown at over 1000 metres in Calatayud’s finest slate vineyards. The fruit was hand harvested then hand sorted in the winery and the wine matured for 16 months in new French oak barrels. The pioneer of California’s “Rhone Ranger” movement Randall Grahm recently chaired the Worldwide Grenache Symposium in the Rhone Valley, France. On tasting 2007 El Puno he said; “'Garnacha from Calatayud thoroughly rocked my world today. So much finesse, elegance. (El Puno is) possibly the greatest Grenache that no one (hardly anyone) has ever tasted.” 91/100 Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate “It offers aromas of slate, toasty oak, leather, and black cherry. Dense, layered and full-flavoured, this impressive effort will provide pleasure through 2020.” -
Wolfberger Alsace Grand Cru Gewurztraminer Hatschbourg 2008
NZD $49.95
Wolfberger is one of the largest and most highly regarded Cooperative producers in Alsace. This extremely aromatic Gewurztraminer with lovely aromas of ginger, honeysuckle and Turkish delight. The palate is broad and full bodied. Made in a medium to medium-dry style with well balanced acidity and long, intense finish.
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Mitolo G.A.M Shiraz 2006 NZD $49.95
The grapes come from vines with an average age of 20 years old from the southern end of McLaren Vale. The soils, which are heavy grey loam soils over sandstone, intermixed with black Biscay clay, combined with a maritime climate, contribute to an even ripening period and the development of rich fruit flavours and ripe tannins. Keeping well within the tradition of the G.A.M. style the nose displays masses of ripe plums, spicy aromatic herbs and lifted freshness. The palate is slightly tighter than the previous vintages, reflective of the slow and evening growing season. The '06 G.A.M. has provided one of Mitolo's most cellarworthy wines thus far. Will drink well for 8-10 years. -
Maraska Šljivovica Plum Brandy NZD $49.95
Also known as Slivovitz Plum Brandy, this is a first class domestic brandy made from healthy plum fruits. Its natural flavour and a rich aroma is achieved through special fermentation, distillation and long term ageing procedures in barrels made of specialy processed wood. The most popular of the range. -
Maraska Kruškovac Pear NZD $49.95 Out of stock
The Kruskovac is a sweet liqueur made by an old recipe from the distillate and natural aroma of exquisite sorts of pears. The harmony of the scent and flavour is embraced by its attractive intense yellow colour. It is one of the most wanted Maraska liqueurs abroad. -
Maraska Cherry Brandy NZD $49.95
Maraska Cherry Brandy is one of the most favourite liqueurs in the world. A one of the specialities of Maraska Zadar it is processed from natural juices of Dalmatian maraska cherry. This liqueur excels by its refined sweet piquancy, moderate density and the natural crimson red of ripe marasca cherry fruits. It creates an intimate and jovial atmosphere! -
Maraska Pelinkovac NZD $49.95
Pelinkovac has been known since the old times as a popular curative liqueur. Maraska Pelinkovac can be identified by its remarkable bitter wormwood flavour, mixed with various other curative herbs to create a particular aroma and pleasurable bouquet. -
Maraska Maraschino NZD $49.95 Out of stock
Maraschino is the original liqueur from Zadar acknowledged all over the world, recognisable by its distinctive sweet flavour and aromatic bouquet. It is prepared according to the traditional recipe created by the pharmacists of the Dominican monastery at the beginning of 16th century. Distilled from the Dalmatian marasca cherry, it has been a feast for numerous fastidious connoisseurs ever since! -
Maraska Orahovac NZD $49.95
This is a fruit liqueur produced with a special technology from extracts of green walnuts. It is a delicious beverage with a slightly bitter smack. -
Duc de Tarente Sancerre 2006
NZD $44.95
Classic French Sauvignon A very good example of France's most famous sauvignon blanc from the small district of Sancerre in the Loire valley. This has a minerally, slightly herbal medley of flavours with a juicy dry finish. Lovely drinking now and over the next couple of years and an excellent partner to shellfish.
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Gabriel Liogier Vacqueyras Montpezat NZD $39.95
This lovely Rhone Valley red comes from Vaucluse to the south of Gigondas. The soils here are yellow and red clay, and stony. The grapes that do best here are Grenache, Mourvèdre and Cinsault. This is a vigorous and ‘chewy’ wine of purple hue. Well-structured and long on the palate, it has a rich nose bouquet reminiscent of violets and spices. Serve this little treasure at 16°C with roast lamb or grilled meat with heavy red sauces. -
Terravin Te Ahu 2009 NZD $39.95
One of the Best NZ Sauvignon Blancs you will Ever Try Winemaker and owner Mike Eaton recently had a tasting with Perrotti-Brown, who is a wine writer for Wine Advocate and Robert Parker. She visited just 12 wineries in Marlborough. When she tasted the 2009 Te Ahu she said it reminded her of Pavillon Blanc from Chateau Margaux which sells for around $130.00! French Sommelier Jean-Marie Pratt who has been Head Sommelier at Gordon Ramsays for the past 3 years said the Te Ahu is with no doubt one of the best three Sauvignons from NZ. "When tasting the Te Ahu Sauvignon Blanc, one would straight away sense there is something different in the wines of Terravin than most of the other wines in NZ. This has a star-bright and appealing colour, the nose is discreet to start but shows subtle notes of citrus, white fruits and flowers. It slowly opens up in the glass and delivers much more minerally notes such as flint and pebble. On the palate the wine is dry and focused and displays similar fruity and mineral notes reminiscent from the nose. It is ample and textured with a precise and marked acidity, all in harmony and balance. I would suggest decanting this wine if consumed now - I think this wine has the ability to age and believe it will remain fresh and vibrant for another 3-4 years. I think it will then develop mature tertiary aromas but still good to drink for another 3-5 years. It reminds me of a Sancerre by Francois Cotat - one of the top Loire Valley Vignerons. This suggests that Marlborough SB, when made in a hand-crafted and serious style, can compete with the best Sancerre and Pouilly-Fume."Fermented in 500 litre barrels and aged for 11 months before bottling this is, as Mike Eaton so rightly states "The Te Ahu Sauvignon Blanc is a new direction, a new pathway for Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc". Production is limited and the price is sure to rise in the coming years. An absolute must. -
La Viarte Merlot 2003
NZD $39.95
Stunning Merlot from North-East Italy La Viarte's vineyards are only a few hundred metres form the Slovenian border and are planted in an array of grape varieties. This merlot was quite a revelation and again the description of "fusion of old and new worlds" seems quite apt. Intense, full bodied, yet with a seductive elegance that is pure Italian. This is magical wine.
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Wooing Tree Pinot Noir 2008
NZD $37.95
Gold at Air NZ Wine Awards
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Terravin Marlborough Pinot Noir 2008 NZD $36.95
This rivals the best of Central Otago for the price. Aged for 11 months in French oak this is rich, velvety and powerful. Ripe, black cherry flavours with a savoury background that is drinking now but will reward cellaring for 3-5 years. I tried a glass of this and left the rest in the bottle. Three days later it was just magic. Still going! Silky smooth and an array of flavours that just went on and on. Outstanding value. -
Remarkable Wines Pinot Noir 2006 NZD $36.95
The Best Pinot Noir in the WorldThis great wine was awarded the Bouchard Finlayson Pinot Noir Trophy at this year’s International Wine and Spirit Competition held in the United Kingdom. A classic Gibbston Valley Pinot Noir with seductive aromas and complex flavours of stonefruit and dried herbs that has been matured for 15 months in French oak barrels. Be quick. This will go fast. A truly remarkable wine! -
Manga del Brujo 2007 NZD $34.99 Out of stock
This is "indestructable". From Calatayud, a huge wine that has been known to last up to 2 weeks from being opened. Made from Garnacha 65%, Syrah 15% and Tempranillo 15%. The Garnacha grapes are from vines that are over 100 years old giving it a deep purple colour with aromas of black fruits, cracked pepper, smoke & toast which lead to the palate. Full bodied with firm tannins with a long, smoky and toasty finish. Should be twice the price. -
Zema Estate Shiraz 2004 NZD $34.95
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Willows Barossa Shiraz 2005 - It's Back! NZD
$33.95$29.95Gold Medal New Zealand International Wine Show. If you think Grant Burge, Elderton, Penfolds or the like are one of the best when it comes to your favourite Barossa Shiraz, then this wine is certainly for you. White chocolate, blackberries, cassis, peppery, full-bodied, dense, fruit forward and beautifully complex. I've had many people say this is their pick for red wine of the year. Dozens and dozens of this were sold with many taking two or three cases. Drinking very well now but make sure you decant this for a good hour to make the flavours really open up. One of the best you'll see from the Barossa.
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- Rest of North Island: $7.95 per case
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I personally select and taste every wine I recommend ~ if you don't like it, please send it back to me and I will either replace it with something more suitable to your taste or issue you a full refund.
Ben Naden