Winery - Northfield
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is an extraordinarily lush and tropical Chardonnay, yet one that manages to achieve this without excessive alcohol or weight. Guava and pineapple fruit is framed by just enough toasty oak, while the texture is almost custard-like. Best in the next year or two.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This full-bodied, well structured Pinot Noir offers some minty, herbal notes and hints of cedar alongside tart plum and cherry flavors. Crisp acids and firm tannins frame the tightly wrapped flavors, which should unfold over the next 8 or 9 years.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Waipara is becoming better known for its Rieslings, thanks to wines like this one. Bold pineapple and kumquat aromas and flavors come across as broad and off-dry without being flabby or fat, then end with a flourish of baking spices and a hint of cracked pepper. Drink now–2015.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is a straightforward, fruit-driven Riesling in an off-dry style. Fresh apple and citrus flavors finish crisp and clean. Serve as an apéritif, or with Asian dishes.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Like many New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs, this one carries a touch of red bell pepper, adding a slightly vegetal aspect to its pineapple and gooseberry fruit. Finishes admirably dry, with some chalky overtones.
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