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Wine drinking has a very, very important rule: drink what you like! But never be afraid to try something new or different. Wine drinking should be fun, free of much of the garbage that interferes with the rest of our lives. It should be a catalyst for social intercourse. It should be pleasurable and memorable, it should be savoured and discussed, it should be fun.
Current wine special offers
Champagne Ayala Brut Majeur NV
Gift Boxed
$64.99
18.5/20 Joelle Thomson. Wine Writer Extraordinaire
92 points Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
“Champagne Ayala was founded by Edmond de Ayala in 1860 and purchased by Champagne Bollinger in 2005, with the aim of re-establishing it as the grande marque (great champagne house) it was once known as. It’s wines are limited in production and therefore less well – known than bigger names, but the quality is high. It is fresh, dry (drier than most champagnes) and full-bullied with vibrant citrus and yeasty flavours. 18.5/20
Over the last 10 or so years this great dry Champagne has appeared in Multiple 5 Star reviews. Wine Spectators Top 100, Best in Class and Gold at many wines shows including our own NZ International Wine Show.
Elsewhere up to $94.99
Vasse Felix Margaret River Chardonnay 2017
$33.99
5 Stars & 95/100 Bob Campbell MW The Real Review, April 2019
95/100 James Halliday
93+/100 Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front, February 2019
"This takes the Vasse Felix Chardonnay trio into serious wine territory. All the aspects are here, barrel fermentation in French oak, neither too much new, nor too little; the picking regime/decisions are integral to the vinification, the aim being to avoid the need to acidify; time in barrel is also an important consideration, with an increasing practice to finish maturation in tank." James Halliday
Elsewhere up to $44.99
Beach House Selection Hawke's Bay Chardonnay 2018
$18.99
5 Stars 93/100 Wine Orbit
This wine has really developed over the last few months. Filling out into a lovely big, rounded style with lots of fruit generosity and supported by toasty oak. It received a 100% malolactic fermentation in French Oak and is growing into a stunner. Drinking well now with the ability to only get better.
Elsewhere up to $26.99
Little X Nelson Chardonnay 2018
$17.99
94/100 Cameron Douglas MS. He said...
"An intriguing bouquet of Chardonnay with layers of flowers - honeysuckle and apple blossoms, white fleshed fruits - peach and apple and citrus of grapefruit. A light leesy quality adds shape and texture to the bouquet - fine and gently creamy. Equally fine and intriguing on the palate with flavours that mirror the nose plus acidity, oak and fine mineral attributes. A fine, balanced and well made wine, quite lengthy and complex." Drink 2019 - 2023+"
A super-value Chardonnay from Nelson: creamy-soft, bright acid and a delight. Gluggable...and organic!
Elsewhere up to $22.99
Askerne Hawkes Bay Chardonnay 2018
$18.99
4 Stars Wine State
4 Stars Michael Cooper
"Apple pie, toasty oak hints, preserved lemon aromas with great body, texture, freshness and length, the 2018 Askerne Chardonnay was entirely barrel fermented and aged. 2018 was a great year for Chardonnay at Askerne and our Estate Chardonnay is testament to this. While this wine is best drunk in its youth, it will continue to develop for several years if well cellared. Can be enjoyed alone or with a wide variety of dishes and light meals." Askerne
Elsewhere up to $26.99
Starborough Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2019
$17.99
Gold Medal New Zealand International Wine Show 2019
Gold Medal & 95/100 New World Wine Awards 2019
Gold Medal New Zealand Aromatic Wine Competition 2019
5 Stars & 94/100 Wine Orbit. They said...
"Up front and intensely aromatic, the wine shows feijoa, passionfruit, kaffir lime and lemon peel characters on the nose, leading to a succulent palate that is wonderfully weight and persistent. It is fabulously drinkable with pristine fruit intensity backed by refreshing acidity. At its best: now to 2021."
Elsewhere up to $23.99
Black Barn Hawkes Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2017
$14.99
This plush 2017 Sauvignon is a real stunner and a great example of premium Hawkes Bay Sauvignon Blanc. This generous wine is normally only available at the cellar door and from Black Barn's restaurant. Its lovely palate weight, classic zestiness, tangy citrus flavours and long lush finish really stand out. A wine of this class, at this price is seldom on the market. A wine of this class, at this price is seldom on the market. If a change from the acidity of the Marlborough version is needed or just a change full stop, this great buy is it.
Elsewhere up to $24.99
D'Arenberg McLaren Vale The Hermit Crab Viognier Marsanne 2018
$16.99
New release. As stunning and reliable as ever.
Silver NZ International Wine Show 2019
An incredibly fragrant nose full of sweet apricot and gingery spice. The palate is luscious and generous and has great acid which tightens the wine, adding freshness and a clean crisp finish. Slight pithy feel which builds on the spice notes. Lovely as a fresh stand-alone drink that exhibits some mouthfeel, or equally well adapted to enjoying with a range of foods from freshly shucked oysters through to spicy Thai style dishes.
Elsewhere up to $21.99
Pirramimma Eight Carat Aged Tawny
$29.99
Gold NZ International Wine Show 2018
Gold AWC Vienna 2017
"Seductively smooth and plush, offering cherry pie, toffee, assorted roasted nuts and orange zest characters with a gorgeously sweet sumptuous mouthfell. Wonderfully matured for delicious drinking." NZIWS
Elsewhere up to $36.99
Beach House Hawkes Bay Noble Chardonnay 2016 375ml Bottle
$16.99
A Henry's Pic Top Buy
One of our best-selling dessert wines in a very long time. Not only is it great to drink it must be the best Sticky deal in years and years and years.
A long and arduous fermentation has given rise to a very tasty sticky indeed. Flavours of orange blossom, ripe pineapple and citrus rind overwhelm the senses. The wine is honeyed and mellifluous across the palate flowing pleasantly to a silky soft finish.
Elsewhere up to $21.99
Bladen Marlborough Pinot Rose 2019
$21.99
Number 1 & 5 Stars Cuisine 2019 Rose Tasting
One of only two 5 star Wines
Vibrant and bright in the glass. A nose of lifted red fruits: strawberry and raspberry with a hint of Herbs de Provence adding complexity.
A palate loaded with watermelon and wild strawberry notes with a hint of creaming soda. The palate is crisp with a lingering dry finish.
Elsewhere up to $26.99
Terra Sancta Bannockburn Central Otago Rose 2019
$24.99
Classic Status Michael Coopers Wine Companion & Classic Status: New Zealand’s First Ever Classic Rose
"Nothing looks better on a summer table than this wine. Bright, memorable and elegant this Rosé has an ethereal texture, great energy and balance. With a tease of sweetness, bright red fruit, mineral and distinctive spice, it carries long and finishes dry on the palate. Unlike many Rosés this is not a light red wine disguised in pink ...this is 100% Pinot Noir Rose made with care. Seriously delicious."
Elsewhere up to $28.99
Terra Sancta Bannockburn Central Otago 2017 Pinot Noir
$33.99
4 1/2 Stars Michael Cooper's 2020 Wine Companion
“A truly exciting wine. Handpicked from the same blocks that produce our rare single block wines (Slapjack Block, Jackson's Block, Shingle Beach) as well from a few other select vines on the estate, this is the truest expression of the soul of the vineyard. The fragrance is direct from the lavender and thyme that ribbon the vineyard. The flavours are luxurious dark cherries, fresh raspberries, and first picked plums, the finish long and silky..." Terra Sancta
"...Deep ruby, with a slightly earthy bouquet, it is fresh and concentrated, with strong, vibrant, cherry, plum and spice flavours., good power through the palate and a well-structured finish." M Cooper
Elsewhere up to $38.99
Grey Ridge Central Otago Pinot Noir 2015
$26.99
Silver Medal Bragato Wine Competition
Small production, so not a regular on the show circuit. We cannot recommend this stunner enough.
Since first promoting this wine 4 months ago its popularity has soared. Once tried its irresistible charmers have won over so so many.
At this amazing price it sits in the same price bracket as the supermarket main stays: Roaring Meg, Rua and Devils Staircase all instantly come to mind. In our opinion it leaves them in the dust.
Medium in colour, with a nose of cherry ripeness which leads to a beautifully balanced palate which seduces and charms. Classical Central Otago Pinot Noir.
Perfect at this time of the year. This wine is charging out the door.
Elsewhere $39.99
Awawhiti Chiefly River Central Otago Pinot Noir 2018
$19.99
This wine has had some super press under a different guise. It has been said of this wine.
"A lovely attractive complexity with a core of mineral messages with crushed stone then aromas of plum and raspberry with some toasty vanilla wood moments. Dry with flavours that reflect the nose, fine dusty tannins and light chalky edge. A really fine balanced wine reflecting sight, soil and winemaker stamp of quality. Well made, drink now and through 2025.” -91 Points Cameron Douglas
Judges Comments: New World Wine Awards
"Central Otago has lots of quite different sub-regions, like this one from Alexandra, which makes it one of the world’s southernmost vineyards. The 20 ha Immigrant’s Vineyard, named after owners Roland and Lucienne van der Wal, who arrived in New Zealand in 1986, is predominately planted in Pinot Noir. The wines are named Ruru in recognition of New Zealand's native owl, which inhabits the area. This is a wine with rich dark cherry flavours and a silky textured mouthfeel – classic Central Otago Pinot!"
Elsewhere up to $31.99
Corte Giara Allegrini Prosecco 2016 Dry
$19.99
This is a much beloved classic of Italian winemaking and fantastic value.Characteristically dry, this complex sparkling wine has all the acidity that you want in a Prosecco, as well as a hint of coffee right at the end to keep things interesting.
Prosecco is perfect for any party or celebration. It is from a fantastic Italian Vintage and looks brilliant too.
As Moet Chandon is to Champagne, Nautilus Cuvee Brut is to Methode Champenoise so Corte Giara Allegrini is to Prosecco. These Venetian winemakers are one of the best known producers of Italian sparkling, with good reason.
Elsewhere up to $27.99
Maimai Hawkes Bay Syrah 2016
$15.99
The latest release of this crowd pleasing Hawkes Bay Syrah will not disappoint if you like spicy, medium bodied juicy Syrah. The perfect summer wine loaded with rich berry, chocolate and hints of pepper. Very smooth with a long finish.
Elsewhere up to $25.99
Chalk Hill Wits End Atlas 2018 Shiraz
$13.99
A wonderful entry level highly drinkable Shiraz perfect for the summer. Highly gulpable; sophiscated and highly drinkable.
"The Wits End range is named after our Wits End Vineyard which was established in 1991. The Wits End Atlas range is sourced from premium, sustainable vineyards in South Australia. The wines are bright and fruit driven. They have good varietal definition and show excellent balance." - Chalk Hill
Elsewhere up to $21.99
Box A Two Pinot Noir Bargains
$281.88
6 Awawhiti Chiefly River Central Otago Pinot Noir 2018
6 Grey Ridge Central Otago 2015 Pinot Noir
Elsewhere up to $401.88
Box B 4 Star
$203.88
4 Starborough Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2019
4 Beach House Hawkes Bay 2019 Pinot Gris
4 d'Arenberg The Hermit Crab 2018 McLaren Vale Viognier Marsanne 2018
Elsewhere up to $271.88
Box C Classic Pair
$191.88
6 Little X Nelson Chardonnay 2018
6 Chalk Hill Wits End Atlas 2018 Shiraz
Elsewhere up to $271.88
Box D Pinot Pinot Pinot
$240.88
5 Beach House Hawkes Bay 2019 Pinot Gris
4 Awawhiti Chiefly River Central Otago Pinot Noir 2018
3 Grey Ridge Central Otago 2015 Pinot Noir
Elsewhere up to $337.88
Box 1 Hawkes Bay in Three
$199.88
4 Black Barn Hawkes Bay 2017 Sauvignon Blanc
4 Askerne Hawkes Bay 2018 Chardonnay
4 Maimai Hawkes Bay Syrah 2016
Elsewhere up to $311.88
Box 2 Two Bargains
$185.88
6 Black Barn Hawkes Bay 2017 Sauvignon Blanc
6 Maimai Hawkes Bay Syrah 2016
Elsewhere up to $305.88
Box 3 Summer Box
$247.88
4 Terra Sancta Bannockburn Central Otago 2019 Rose
4 Starborough Marlborough Pinot Gris 2019
4 Askerne Hawkes Bay 2018 Chardonnay
Elsewhere up to $319.88
