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Champagne Flutes 4pk NZD $79.99
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. -
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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Badel Travarica 1Ltr NZD $59.95
A highly aromatic spirit distilled from good wine and infused with Mediterranean herbs, Travarica is the stand out amongst brandies. It's golden green hue, alluring fragrances and distinctive palate will warm the hearts of fine liqueur enthusiasts. 37.5% alcohol. -
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. -
Billyrock Station Limited Release Selection Shiraz 2006 NZD
$15.95$10.95There's never been such a demand for a Shiraz like the Billyrock. Tell everyone you know it has returned. Run down the street in your pyjamas with the news if you have to, but please do not mention us if you are arrested.Wine Spectator rated this 89/100 which is almost unheard of for any wine at $10.99. The Limited Release Selection wines are only made in years where the fruit is exceptional - and this wine is. From South East Australia, this wine stuck out in a lineup of over 20 wines - most of the others were twice the price. Lots of fruit without being too heavy. A beautiful, seamless softness on the palate and a finish that lasts and lasts. You'll be back for more. I guarantee it. -
Rojo Granrojo Garnacha 2008 NZD $12.95
Paul Tudor Master of Wine says in Metro Magazine. "If you enjoy fruity Otago Pinots this modern Spanish red is for you. With currant and plum and flavours of pastille and fruit jube and ripe, juicy tannins. Uncomplicated, forward, yet punchy at a sharp price." -
Luna Argenta Prosecco NV NZD $21.95
100% Prosecco Light and elegant, this is a perfect aperitif or match for south east Asian cuisine. Tiny bubbles and aromas of delicate flowers, bee pollen with a whiff of berries. Crisp with plenty of flavours of nectarine and apple peel flavours, honeysuckle and citrus. Lovely acidity and a creamy honey and mineral flavoured finish. -
Pierre de Chanvigne Brut Excellence NZD
$29.95$17.95This sparkling brut, from France - home to Champagne and L'amour, is part of a history which stretches back to 1923. It has a persistent bead and a lovely French nose to it. So if you'd like to add a splash of romance to your day then this bubbly, at this fantastic price, is for you. Was $29.95. A steal. -
Champagne Cattier Premier Cru Brut NV Methuselah 6ltr
NZD $950.00
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Champagne Cattier Premier Cru Brut NV Jeroboam 3ltr
NZD $450.00
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Waimarie Gisborne Chardonnay 2008 NZD
$29.95$14.95Now Half Price - Was $30I've had people at me for literally years to get this Chardonnay back from Nick and Steve Nobilo at Waimarie. The distinctive style of their Gisborne Chardonnay has seduced even the 'Anything But Chardonnay' crowd. Remember the old style of 'creamy, buttery, lightly oaky'? This is it. Get into it! Normally $30. Tasting every Saturday until I've sold out. I give it 2 weeks - and I've got 2 years supply under normal circumstances! You'll not get a wine of this quality for the price, I guarantee it. If you grab a dozen or four and you don't agree, please let me know, as I will happily take it back - I'll want it for myself! Bob Campbell says ... "Soft, peachy wine in a typical Gisborne style but given added appeal with a seasoning of classy oak. Attractive easy-drinking Chardonnay that's ready to be enjoyed within a year or two (at $28)." -
Artisan Late Harvest Riesling 2008 - 375ml NZD $19.95
Astounding value here for a dessert wine of this quality. A fruit driven wine from Marlborough with hints of botrytis influence. The initial sweet entry is well balanced with crisp acidity and a refreshingly dry finish. It is just 12% alcohol and is best served lightly chilled. The wine is succulent but not cloying with excessive residual sugar. The perfect complement to cheese, pate’ and fruit platters. It's light and fresh with lots of appealing fruity characters. -
Tranquillity Bay Chardonnay 2008 NZD $12.95
Normally $17.95A wonderful follow up from the record breaking Sauvignon Blanc. Fermented in French and American oak barriques, this is a very well balanced wine from Nelson with a rich creamy nose and palate laden with peaches and tropical fruit flavours. Malolactic fermentation and regular lees stirring gives it an additional mealiness and toasted biscuit character. -
Tranquillity Bay Pinot Gris 2008 NZD $12.95
The Best you'll find for the priceI've had so many customers say, "I haven't had a Pinot Gris this good for ages - and it's $12.95?" Under its normal label this sells very well at $19.95. A dry, fruit driven style, especially suitable to have with food, the wine has an aromatic nose with pear and stone fruit aromas leading to a touch of spice and a honeyed fruit-driven palate with generous mouthfeel and a soft smooth finish. This powers out of the shop by the dozen, and everyone comes back for more. -
Artisan Sauvignon Blanc 2009 NZD $19.95
Selected Once Again for Air NZ Business ClassFor the second year running Air NZ has chosen this over hundreds of other entries because of its distinctive complex tropical aromas and passionfruit, ripe guava and herbaceous notes. From Marlborough fruit the wine has a lovely silky mouth feel and a crisp refreshing finish. You can also enjoy this on the ground and without the air fare! Great with white meats and especially good with seafood. Don't be afraid to cellar this for another 3 years from vintage. This will just get better. -
Discovery Point Sauvignon Blanc 2009 NZD $19.95
A distinct departure from over-whelming, tropical fruit flavoured show styles of Sauv. Inspired by the great styles of the Loire Valley in France, it is an elegant, finely textured, completely dry Marlborough Sauv that is a perfect partner with fine seafood or worth savouring on its own. Rivals the best of NZ. -
Cattier Visit March 2009
In March 2009 I spent 2 weeks in Champagne at the luxurious accommodation so generously offered to me at the Cattier Home in Chigny Le Roses in Champagne, just outside the main city of Reims. I was treated to the most amazing hospitality and the finest Champagne that anyone could ask for. I also was most honoured to have a personal tour around the cellars and winery by the man himself, the finest gentleman you will ever meet, Mr Jean-Jacques CATTIER. On my stay at Cattier, it confirmed to me that Cattier are about two things. "Quality of the Wine and the people who are behind it." Which brings me instantly to Cattier's main man, Philippe BIENVENU. He has been with Cattier since 1995. We have been communicating for many years by phone and email, which has been great, but once we met in person, Philippe and I 'instantly' connected, as well as with his wonderful staff. I felt like I was 'home'. I am most thankful to him and everyone at Cattier for our most memorable stay. I miss them so much and will always feel like family to me. I can not wait to see them again.Ben Naden New Zealand Agent for Champagne Cattier -
Cattier Blanc de Blancs Les Roses - Arriving March 25 NZD $120.00 Out of stock
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 Saphir - Arriving March 25 NZD $120.00 Out of stock
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. -
Cattier Brut Rose Red Kiss - Arriving March 25 NZD $120.00 Out of stock
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. -
Cattier Blanc de Noirs with Velvet Gift Box NZD $99.50
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, savory or sweet. -
Champagne Cattier Premier Cru Brut Rose NZD $69.95
Best Buy and 4 1/2 Stars in the latest November 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! -
Cattier Vintage Premier Cru 2002 NZD $79.95
New Zealand is the first country in the World to stock this so be one of the first to try it. This also means, at the moment there are no reviews or awards for this great Champagne. BUT look out! 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. -
Maraska Maraschino NZD $49.95
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!
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Delivery
La Cantina delivers anywhere in New Zealand. Our delivery rates are:
- Auckland: $3.95 per case
- Rest of North Island: $7.95 per case
- South Island: $9.95 per case
Rural delivery fee $3.50
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Guarantee
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