Wine Awards | The New Zealand International Wine Show 2021
NEW ZEALAND INTERNATIONAL WINE SHOW AWARDING WINES OF THE WORLD
TROPHY TASTING NOTES DELEGAT CROWNTHORPE TERRACES HAWKES BAY CHARDONNAY 2020 This is a Chardonnay to satisfy most. There is plenty of distinctive Hawkes Bay grapefruit & melon characters and enough oak which compliments the exciting juicy flavours. Ready to enjoy, lightly chilled, food is not a necessity for this top value wine.
TRINITY HILL MERLOT 2020 Form the glorious 2020 vintage, this Hawkes Bay Merlot is dark, almost black in colour with a myriad of flavours on the palate. Rich & luscious with black plums, black liquorice and firm but not invasive tannins. A classy wine offering enjoyment & value.
GRANT BURGE BAROSSA INK SHIRAZ 2020 Inky black red with vibrant crimson edges. The chocolate and plum bouquet is cloaked with vanilla. The taste is ripe & voluptuous with fine velvet tannins, juicy plum, prune and bottled cherry fruit with a sprinkle of pepper and a well-balanced nutty oak note to the creamy finish. Deliciously drinkable.
MUDBRICK VINEYARD RESERVE SYRAH 2020 Waiheke Island produces sensational Syrah and this is one of the very best. Aromas of cassis and plums with a hint of local delicatessen. Dark brooding, subtle French oak, long, lingering and memorable, superb. Excellent cellaring potential.
THORNBURY MARLBOROUGH SAUVIGNON BLANC 2021 Sauvignon Blanc drinkers rejoice, this is a terrific example of high-quality Marlborough wine at an unbelievable price. Taste the passionfruit & limes, its crisp dry & ready to go. The judges could not fault it.
LINDAUER VINTAGE SERIES BRUT CUVEE 2017 Made from the classic blend of Chardonnay & Pinot Noir, it is rich & creamy with a tantalising & lingering finish. The bouquet has that classic Champagne character of freshly baked bread with masses of tiny bubbles in the glass. Multiple Gold medals. Multiple Trophies.
WAIRAU RIVER ESTATE SUMMER RIESLING 2021, MARLBOROUGH This is sunshine in a glass. Crammed full of citrus, fruit salad & crisp tangy flavours, this medium sweet beauty is exciting, vibrant, a wine to brighten your day. Serve well chilled it is very moreish.
GONZALEZ BYASS NECTAR PEDRO XIMINEZ NV, SPAIN This is a Sherry but not how you would know it. Rich, luscious, toffee, malt, raisins, it is Xmas Cake in a glass. A truly decadent treat - only share with good friends – or don’t share at all. A memorable experience.
MCARTHUR RIDGE SOUTHERN TOR CENTRAL OTAGO PINOT NOIR 2020 A new Central Otago star is born. Bright ruby/purple in the glass, the palate is full of black cherries, smoky oak and gamey characters. Already a delicious Pinot Noir but there are years of cellaring ahead. Another top effort from Champion Winemaker Matt Connell.
MCARTHUR LILICO CENTRAL OTAGO PINOT ROSE 2021 The colour is perfect, the fruit is perfect, the finish is perfection. Everything is in place for one of the outstanding Rose wines of the year. Medium dry with touches of strawberry, apricot & watermelon. Delicious.
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WineNZ Magazine | Autumn/Winter 2022
