Archive for 'Marlborough' Category

Kim Crawford 2007 Sauvignon Blanc - White Wine

Jan 1st, 2011 by admin | 0

White Wine by Kim Crawford from Marlborough, New Zealand. Concentrated and very intense, weaving together a harmonious medley of crushed stone, grapefruit and nut flavors. Savory herbs, grass and lime notes highlight a bright, vibrant finish. Drink now. -Wine Spectator Appearance: Pale straw with touches of green. Aroma: Delightful hints [...]

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Oyster Bay 2007 Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc - White Wine

Dec 27th, 2010 by admin | 0

White Wine by Oyster Bay from Marlborough, New Zealand. Pale straw green in color with brilliant clarity, Oyster Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is zesty and aromatic with lots of lively, penetrating fruit characters. A concentration of tropical and gooseberry flavors with an abundant bouquet, it is a wine that is always crisp, elegant and [...]

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Brancott 2004 Terraces Estate Pinot Noir - Red Wine

Dec 19th, 2010 by admin | 1

Red Wine by Brancott from Marlborough, New Zealand. Color: Deep garnet red. Aromas: Lifted dark berry fruits, black cherry with hints of savory spice and chocolate. Palate: The palate shows wonderful density with warm, dark plum and berry fruit. There is a perceived sweetness from the ripe fruit, while the [...]

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Nautilus 2005 Pinot Noir - Red Wine

Nov 20th, 2010 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Nautilus from Marlborough, New Zealand. The Nautilus Marlborough Pinot Noir 2005 is dark ruby in color, with an aroma of plums, dark fruits and a hint of chocolate. The palate is medium to full bodied with ripe fruit tannins and oak combining to give great structure and length. The primary components [...]

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Vavasour 2004 Pinot Noir - Red Wine

Nov 8th, 2010 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Vavasour from Marlborough, New Zealand. The 2004 season started with warm, dry conditions during flowering and fruit set. The late summer and early autumn weather was also warm and dry, and ideal for ripening Pinot Noir. The result was high quality fruit with concentrated flavors and excellent structure. The [...]

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Oyster Bay 2006 Marlborough Chardonnay - White Wine

Nov 6th, 2010 by admin | 0

White Wine by Oyster Bay from Marlborough, New Zealand. A combination of barrel and tank fermentation and the stirring of lees on oak achieves maximum softness and integration. To retain all the natural assertiveness and flavor, no malolactic fermentation takes place. Clonal influences in the vineyard have been very important, providing smaller berries and [...]

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Redcliffe 2006 Sauvignon Blanc - White Wine

Oct 31st, 2010 by admin | 0

White Wine by Redcliffe from Marlborough, New Zealand. Color: Light straw Bouquet: Aromas of citrus and melon underscored by notes of fresh hay and bell pepper Taste: Full-bodied and lively, with intense flavors of grapefruit and passion fruit set against a backbone of racy acidity Serving suggestions: Outstanding [...]

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Sauvignon Republic 2006 Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc - White Wine

Aug 25th, 2010 by admin | 0

White Wine by Sauvignon Republic from Marlborough, New Zealand. This vintage’s wine is an interlaced blend of three Wairau valley vineyard sites and one from the flavor-intense Awatere. The former supplied gooseberry, tropical fruit, celery and fresh-cut herbs while the latter provided green nettles and the support of minerality and crisp acidity. [...]

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Giesen 2006 Riesling - White Wine

Jul 28th, 2010 by admin | 0

White Wine by Giesen from Marlborough, New Zealand. Color: Pale medium yellow Bouquet: Concentrated ripe lemon with notes of ginger, citrus blossom and apricot. Palate: The palate is intensely fruity with an elegant acidity. A citrus tang on the finish provides focus to a medium bodied palate. The [...]

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Stoneleigh 2006 Sauvignon Blanc - White Wine

Jul 17th, 2010 by admin | 0

White Wine by Stoneleigh from Marlborough, New Zealand. True to Stoneleigh’s distinctive style, this classic, lively Sauvignon Blanc captures the essence of Marlborough, New Zealand’s most acclaimed winemaking region. Crafted from ripe, intensely flavored grapes, this full bodied Sauvignon Blanc is enjoyable while young and exuberant. Color: Pale straw Aromas: [...]

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