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New Zealand
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New Zealand has established a world famous reputation for two specific styles
of wine – Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. Neill Culley is one of New Zealand’s most respected winemakers. Peter Yealands is a larger than life character who
is passionate about sustainable farming. Fiona Turner at Tinpot Hut makes superb Sauvignons and Pinot Noirs from her vineyard in the Awatere valley and Matt Thomson’s Delta Vineyard 2007 Sauvignon won Gold at the International Wine Challenge. |
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Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Tinpot Hut |
 £9.99 per bottle £119.88 per case
Light lemon in colour, with youthful green lights, the wine has
lovely depth and intensity on the nose with hints of passion fruit
and citrus. It has a characteristic Sauvignon pungency that is
leavened by an attractive mineral character on both the nose
and palate.
Drink: Now until 2011
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Marlborough Pinot Gris 2009, Yealands Estate |
 £9.99 per bottle £199.88 per case
Concentrated and perfumed with pear drop and hints of spiced
apple. Mouth-filling, silky texture with layers of plump fruit and
butter, held together with a refreshing acid structure.
Drink: Now until 2012
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Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Yealands Estate |
 £9.99 per bottle £199.88 per case
Intense, lifted mineral and fresh herb character on the nose. The
palate is well structured and elegant; intense mineral character
with layers of blackcurrant, nettle and wet stone with a lingering
zesty citrus finish.
Drink: Now until 2012
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Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008, Culley |
 £9.99 per bottle £119.88 per case
Vibrant gooseberry and passionfruit aromas and excellent balance, an intense flavour and a lengthy finish. Made from grapes harvested in the early morning to retain freshness.
Drink: Now until 2011
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Marlborough Pinot Noir 2008, Tinpot Hut |
 £11.99 per bottle £143.88 per case
Lifted aromas of cherries and plums, with a hint of redcurrant.
Attractive floral notes also shine through which are nicely
integrated with savoury mushroom and toasty oak characters.
Classic cherry flavours dominate the palate and are supported
by hints of plum and redcurrant. Structurally the tannins are soft
and silky, and well balanced acidity ensures good length of
flavour.
Drink: Now until 2012
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"A juicily scrumptious blend of Syrah, Grenache and old vine Carignan made by wild boar shooting Michel Depaule." JONATHAN RAY Saint Chinian EdT
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Meet the winemaker
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