Winery - Nobilo
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
With production edging up past 300,000 cases, there should be plenty of this bargain-priced Sauvignon in the market. Understated herb and green pepper scents are complemented by passion fruit and citrus. Soft and easy, this is a good introduction to Marlborough Savvy. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Fits the New Zealand stereotype to a T, boasting pungent, earthy aromas, then a burst of passion fruit and citrus on the palate. Zippy and fresh, this is a wine to gulp down over the hot summer months. No food necessary, although a bowl of moules would seem appropriate. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Robust and flavorful, Nobilo’s top Pinot Noir is undeniably toasty, but it also features burly cola and plum flavors to match the oak. Big-boned and firmly structured, drink 2008–09.
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Nobilo Pinot Noir - 2005
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is a full, rich bottling, with few of the green notes found in so many Kiwi Sauvignon Blancs. Grapefruit and passion-fruit flavors coat the mouth in a creamy wave.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Fresh and light; the grapefruit and gooseberry aromas and flavors are tinged with capsicum and green peas. The residual sugar is noticeable, at 6-7 g/L, but balanced by brisk acidity.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A big, ripe, slightly alcoholic wine, this is meant to make a statement. The color is coppery, suggesting some skin contact and there are even some red fruit flavors mixed in with the layers of peaches and honey. Slightly off-dry and low in acidity, this rich Pinot Gris would be lovely by itself on a lazy, late-summer day.
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Nobilo Pinot Gris - 2003
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Subtle butter and toast notes frame the core of peach and pear fruit in this well-priced offering made from predominantly Gisborne-grown fruit. Finishes with spicy oak and vanilla.
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Nobilo Chardonnay - 2002
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Nobilo’s top-of-the-line Sauvignon Blanc starts off with the fresh, pungent scent of crushed tomato leaf, then delivers ample melon and fig flavors that push the leafy characters into the background. It nicely balances weight and freshness, ending on a clean, bright note.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Typical passion fruit and gooseberry aromas turn tropical and almost rich on the palate. This is weightier than many Sauvignons, lushly ripe and maybe even a touch sweet—serve it well chilled for best effect.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Ultrarich and creamy, with an abundance of fruity flavors that are powerfully extracted and bold. Despite the size, you’ll find lovely balance and finesse. The mealy taste of lees shows up in the rich finish.
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