Wines by price: between $15 and $20
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Turanga Creek Merlot - Cab Franc 'Down To Earth' 2009 NZD $17.95
A very clean, refreshing and fruit driven bordeaux blend from organically grown vineyards in Whitford. Down To Earth is the result of Turanga Creek's desire to offer enjoyable crafted wines using organic practices. The nose displays fragrant notes of small red berries, cassis and vanilla. This charming wine reveals a juicy and rounded palate supported by a beautiful freshness. Very good value. -
La Puerta Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 NZD $17.95
Big and earthy! Another inky number from the ancient soils around the foothills of the Andes of Argentina. Full of funky smoke, cedar and dust on the nose, with an under-current of black fruits, damson, violets and cherry. Big on flavour with black fruit flavours gripping the tastebuds and as it slides like a snake down the back of the palate. -
Omaka Springs Pinot Gris 2010 NZD $17.95
Lovely pure fruit flavours with focused fresh pear, floral and white peach. There's a suggestion of sweetness to begin with but the wine finishes fairly dry. A silken texture impresses. -
Discovery Point Fleur 2009 NZD $17.95
Blending of different grape varieties has of course been common in red wine making and is starting to gain as much interest in the white varieties. Once you try this you will understand why. It just makes sense!This is an outstanding blend of Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer which is rich, dry and aromatic with the Riesling providing structure, the Pinot Gris richness and body and the Gewürztraminer intense floral aromas. Everyone who has tried this comes back for more. Great on its own or with seafood, white meats and Asian cuisine. -
Jip Jip Rocks Shiraz 2009 NZD $17.95
Was $21.95. From a family owned vineyard located in the Padthaway Valley, 300 km south of Adelaide. On the nose, this wine boasts bold notes of mulberry, blackberry and spice, complemented by hints of chocolate, cedar and cinnamon. The medium bodied palate offers balanced acidity, fine tannins, and generous flavors of plum, blackberry, mocha and clove. Enjoy now to 2016. Awarded Blue Gold – Sydney International Wine Competition 2011 and Gold at the San Francisco International Wine Competition 2010. -
Corazon Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2010 NZD $17.95
Just released, this has to be one of the best value Sauvs available. Truly outstanding. Lots of complexity with this wine and perfectly balanced with so much going on. Fresh, crisp and lively with notes of gooseberry and tropical fruits. Perfect on its own or with seafood. An absolute knockout with pork and also rich fish dishes such as trout.Buy 'Passion and Patience - A Wine Story' on DVD to see how a hand-crafted wine like this is is made. -
Corazon Rose 2011 - New Vintage NZD $17.95
Summer in a bottle Charming coral pink in colour, packed with fresh summer red fruits such as raspberry and cranberry with subtle spice notes. Refreshing and fruit focused with a crisp lingering finish. One of our most popular wines, food friendly and perfect for summer fun. Buy 'Passion and Patience - A Wine Story' on DVD to see how a hand-crafted wine like this is is made. -
Whitehaven Marlborough Pinot Gris 2008
NZD $18.95
Double Gold Pinot Gris This wine is made by Simon Waghorn, perhaps better known as winemaker for Astrolabe, and he has again come up trumps with one of the best-rated pinot gris from the 2008 vintage. This is a full-flavoured, off-dry style that is elegant and flavoursome. Normal retail is around $25 so this is a top buy.
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"Passion and Patience - A Wine Story". A Wine Movie like no other. NZD $19.95
Now available on DVD. ”Passion and Patience – A Wine Story" is an indie style documentary film about what really goes on in the making of wine, explained in layman’s terms without the high-tech jargon. New Zealand winemaker Shayne Cox and director Ben Naden take you on an intriguing and educational wine journey. Honest and compelling, the film will invigorate the interest of the novice wine drinker as well as the more seasoned enthusiast. Rave Reviews! “A fascinating and well crafted peek behind the scenes at the complexities and skills required in the wine making process from vine to glass.” John Hawkesby – Wine writer and broadcaster. “For wine lovers, this is a good, down-to-earth guide to the basics of how grapes are grown and wine is made, presented by one of Auckland’s leading winemakers.” Michael Cooper – Wine author and columnist. "...To my knowledge there has not been a video or DVD that has been made to explain the intricacies of the process and the decisions that have to be made to produce wine in the glass...The production is professional but avoids the corporate slickness that often tends to dilute the genuine nature of the message and the whole experience has a very genuine 'kiwi' feel to it." Excerpt from WineNZ magazine. Full review here. "...Shayne Cox's narrative style is down-to-earth and effectively cuts through wine-industry jargon...a genuine look at one man's journey, and I like it.Excerpt from Yvonne Lorkin - Bay of Plenty Times. Full review here. "I loved it. They have made the complicated process of winemaking easy to understand, and with a bit of humour. They have really done a super job of making the film accessible to everyone." Sam Kim - wine writer. Full review here. "...an ideal staff training tool for both the general wine and hospitality industries." Excerpt from New Zealand Wine website. Full review here. "Dressed in well-worn t-shirt and weathered jeans, with a ‘not afraid to get his hands dirty' attitude, Shayne makes it look all too easy. I felt if I should jump into a tank and lend a hand..."Excerpt from Raymond Chan review - wine writer. Full review here. "...made in such a funky interesting down to earth way with excellent music. It is very educational and informative especially to someone like me who wants to know the intricate details of wine making..."Excerpt from Nina Bobillier - wine writer. Full review here. WATCH THE TRAILER HERE Full DVD version running time approx 60 minutes. -
Kerr Farm P07 Kumeu Pinotage 2007 - New Vintage NZD $19.95
This has been one of my favourites for a very long time. Very interesting flavours going on with this wine which is made from grapes from officially New Zealands oldest Pinotage vines, which are over 40 years old, influencing much of the complex flavours.Bright in its ruby crimson colour, attractively scented, floral with hints of lavender and berry. Creamy oak fills the palate which is ripe, juicy and velvety textured with fruit intensity and oak complexity to the backbone. Well integrated acidity and a touch of Pinotage's signature rusticity to the finish together with a spicy flourish makes this a very good and utterly enjoyable red wine. Even better the next day. A real gem. -
Floral de Uncastellum 2008 - organic, vegan NZD $19.95
Made from Tempranillo and Garnacha (Grenache) this is a shiny, cherry red coloured wine with violet glints revealing its youth. It has a nose of cherries, freshly cut grass, irises and water lilies and on the palate, a juicy mouthful with aloe notes and a clean, refreshing taste. Great Value. -
Whitehaven Marlborough Gewurztraminer 2010 NZD $19.95
This was awarded the Supreme Champion Wine In Show Trophy at the 2011 International Aromatic Wine Competition. Jo Burzynska in N.Z Herald's Viva writes..."Rosewater and spice box notes of cinnamon and clove combine in its opulently textured but beautifully balanced palate." -
Walnut Block Collectables Pinot Noir 2009 NZD $19.95
Walnut Block Wines is a Wairau Valley boutique winery producing very high quality wines. The name is taken from the landmark walnut tree which was planted in 1898, located within the vineyard itself. By hand picking the fruit there is a more stable range of flavour compounds which allow the wine to age gracefully.Mouth-filling and youthful with ripe cherry, spice and nut flavours showing excellent complexity, texture and length. Cellar for another 4 years but is perfect for drinking now. -
Corazon Angel's Share Sparkling 2011 NZD $19.95
A heavenly sparkling made to share. Lovingly created from Flora, this delicate and refreshing wine offers an enticing floral perfume with nectarine and citrus zest notes. -
Artisan Marlborough Pinot Gris 2009 NZD $19.95
Gold Medal 2010 Easter Show Brother Cyprian Trophy for the best single vineyard Pinot Gris at Romeo Bragato Wine Awards 2010 Gold Medal at Romeo Bragato Wine Awards 2010 Silver Best in Class Medal at the London International Wine Compeition 2010Perfect to compliment any seafood or white meat dish. This wine has sufficient body to accompany roast chicken or pork. The wine expresses pleasing palate weight and complexity. It can be consumed young but will also benefit from one to two years aging in the bottle when the apricot and stone fruit characters will come to the fore. -
Corazon Marlborough Pinot Gris 2011 NZD $19.95
Outstanding Crafted in Alsatian style from top quality fruit. A rich and mouth filling wine with ripe pear, apricot and citrus notes. Well rounded and juicy with a succulent lingering finish. Truly delicious. -
Chocolate Box Barossa Shiraz 2008 NZD $19.95
Amazing value! Was $24.95 but this beats many Aussie reds over $30. This is just yummy and way too easy to drink. Plummy, rich and ripe, with a creamy mouthfeel and dense, chocolaty flavours, this is a hefty mouthful of Barossa Shiraz at a truly great price. -
Santa Ema Reserve Carmenere 2008 NZD $19.95
A great introduction to Chilean Carmenere! Rich aromas of ripe black cherries, herbs, black pepper and chocolate. The palate is well-rounded, full-bodied and concentration with slightly grippy tannins and the classic dried herb and fruit finish. -
Trentham Petit Verdot 2008 NZD $19.95
Silver medal NZ International Wine Show 2009 and Silver medal NZ Top 100 2009. This, a favourite for many of you has returned and the 2008 marks the fifth release of this wine. It has deep red purple colour with floral and berry aromas. These characters along with mocha and spice are present on the palate which is completed with supportive oak and a velvety tannin finish. -
Kerr Farm Bella Rosa 2010 NZD $19.95
Made from Kerr Farm's famous Pinotage grapes, the juice for the Bella Rosa ('beautiful pink') was allowed to spend a few hours in contact with the skins before the it was pressed off for fermentation. This enabled the juice to pick up a delicate rose petal pink colour. A lovely bouquet of rose petals, watermelon and strawberries and cream, and a hint of mandarin on the finish with just a touch of sweetness. -
Discovery Point Marlborough Dry Riesling 2009 NZD $19.95
Marlborough Dry Riesling That Really Is Dry It is always a struggle to find a quality NZ riesling that is truly dry yet still displays quality fruit. This wine, from a single vineyard in Marlborough, is a superb example. It is quite rich, with lovely fruit flavours, yet is fully dry. A great food wine and with cellaring potential. -
Breaksea Sound Central Otago Pinot Noir 2009 NZD $19.95
This is truly worth $30+. Cherrycake and spice aromatics, solid, chunky berry flavours and a ripe, round mouthfeel. This vintage has finesse and structure and has to be the best value Otago pinot on the market. This wine has amazed everyone who tries it for its quality and value. Sourced from a single vineyard with grape yields less than half most pinot noirs, which makes a lot less wine but which gives added concentration. If you are a Central Otago pinot noir fan you must try this if you haven't already. Drinking well now and over the next couple of years. -
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. -
Forrest Estate The Doctors Riesling 2010
NZD $19.95
Now assuming cult status in the New Zealand wine scene the Doctors’ Riesling continues to amaze wine critics and novices alike. Trophy at the Air NZ Wine Awards. Lime sherbet, granny smith apple and mandarin flavours make an appealing wine. On the palate aromas of citrus, apricots & Asian spice, lovely fruit sweetness, balanced by fine acidity; the wines naturally lower alcohol, 8.5%, ensure each mouthful is a refreshing delicious experience.
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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.
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