New Zealand
From the sub-tropical Northland to the world’s most southerly grape growing region of Central Otago, the vineyards of New Zealand stretch out over 1000 miles and benefit from the moderating effect of a maritime climate (no vineyard is more than 80 miles from the ocean).
New Zealand wine is distinctive for its purity, vibrancy and intensity of flavour. The long ripening period - a result of cool temperatures - allows flavour development whilst retaining fresh acidity, a balance for which New Zealand wines are renowned.
There are a number of distinct major wine-growing regions spread throughout New Zealand, with the majority on the East coast of the Islands in the rain shadow of the mountains. On the north island the most popular wine regions include Auckland, Hawkes Bay and Wairarapa. Within these diverse regions, sub-regional characteristics are beginning to show through and wines are now being distinguished as being not just from a wine region, but from a sub-region and a place. On New Zealand's south island Marlborough is the country's most important wine region, famous for its pungent, zesty white wines made from the Sauvignon Blanc grape variety. Nelson is a small region to the north which is growing in reputation, whilst Central Otago is home to the world's most southerly vineyards and is where the marginal Pinot Noir grape variety has found particular success. The North Canterbury wine region spans nearly 200km of the South Island’s eastern coastline, with the magnificent Alps to the west and the sweeping Pacific Ocean to the east. The cool, dry climate with good sunshine and long growing season promote full varietal expression; wines are renowned for their intense flavours, richness and complex fruit.
New Zealand’s dependence on Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir has been a weakness in the past, but the success in recent vintages of Pinot Gris, Syrah and Gewürztraminer, has made this country’s offering far more diverse and interesting for those seeking out alternate quality wines from the new world.
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Valli Gibbston Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021
From £52.00
A delight to the senses upon release, this wine will continue to captivate for 10+ years...Read More...
Pegasus Bay Finale Noble Semillon Sauvignon 2019/21
£26.00
A dangerously delicious dessert wine, multilayered & textural it caresses all areas of the palate...Read More...
Vidal Reserve Marlborough Pinot Noir 2020
From £17.00
This rich Marlborough Pinot Noir has ripe cherry fruit & spice in abundance...Read More...
Felton Road Vin Gris 2021
From £36.00
Pale salmon pink Pinot Noir, made in tiny quantities & only in certain vintages...Read More...
Esk Valley Artisanal Albariño 2022/23
From £15.50
Contemporary in provenance, classic in style this Albariño displays signature lime, peach & tropical fruits...Read More...
Greywacke Pinot Noir | Half Bottle
£18.00
Greywacke's wonderfully lush & delicious Pinot Noir in half-bottle format...Read More...
Babich Classic White Label Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023
From £16.00
Produced in a fuller, riper & softer style it has all the hallmark characteristics of Marlborough...Read More...
Framingham Marlborough Classic Riesling 2023
From £21.00
A generous, mouth-filling & juicy Riesling made in a Spätlese style...Read More...
Stoneburn Marlborough Pinot Noir 2023
From £14.75
From the team at Hunter's this is a juicy & delicious Pinot Noir for any occasion...Read More...
Stoneburn Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2024
From £11.75
Crafted by family-owned Hunter's this wine captures the very essence of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc...Read More...
Kumeu River 'Village' Pinot Noir 2022
From £17.50
A soft, fruity, fresh & well made Pinot Noir from the Kumeu River team...Read More...
Ata Rangi Martinborough Pinot Noir 2020
From £62.00
The fabled Ata Rangi Martinborough Pinot Noir is textural, deep & seamlessly balanced...Read More...
Hunter's Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2024
From £15.75
For over 4 decades Hunter's have produced world-class Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc...Read More...
Kumeu River Crémant NV
From £29.00
A deliciously textural & refreshing dry sparkling wine from the team at Kumeu River...Read More...
Kumeu River Crémant Rosé NV
From £29.00
A deliciously dry & perfectly pink Crémant from Kumeu River Wines in Auckland...Read More...
Kumeu River Hunting Hill Chardonnay 2023
£50.00
Hunting Hill is a classic example of how great the Chardonnay grape can be...Read More...
Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay 2023
From £27.00
A concentrated, ripe, peachy & delicious to drink Chardonnay with lingering complexity...Read More...
Kumeu River 'Village' Chardonnay 2023
From £17.50
Made by Michael Brajkovich M.W., this is the perfect aperitif Chardonnay ready to drink now...Read More...
Esk Valley Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023
From £13.00
Great Value Champion White Wine Trophy Winner at the International Wine Challenge 2023...Read More...
Greywacke Marlborough Riesling 2022
From £23.50
A vibrant & wildly fragrant bouquet lead onto a silky, textural & elegant palate...Read More...
Lake Chalice 'The Falcon' Sauvignon Blanc 2023
From £15.00
Tropical on the palate with a salty minerality and a long, fruity finish...Read More...
Leftfield Sauvignon Blanc 2024
From £14.00
Rest assured this is not just another New Zealand Savvy'!...Read More...
Esk Valley Hawkes Bay Pinot Gris 2023
From £13.50
A delicious, richly textured & highly drinkable dry style Pinot Gris...Read More...
Lake Chalice 'The Raptor' Sauvignon Blanc 2023
From £17.75
A limited release rich & elegant Sauvignon Blanc showing impressive weight & complexity...Read More...