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Louis Moreau Chablis Masterclass with Anne Moreau
Louis Moreau Chablis Masterclass with Anne Moreau

Now this is a great and bold Chablis bouquet, Chamomile and density, deeply mineral and volumous…

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ME by Matahiwi Estate Pinot Gris 2025, New Zealand
2025, Pinot Gris
ME by Matahiwi Estate Pinot Gris 2025, New Zealand
2025, Pinot Gris

This wine over delivers for the price …

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2025, Pinot Gris
Paddy Borthwick Chardonnay 2025, Wairarapa
2025, Chardonnay
Paddy Borthwick Chardonnay 2025, Wairarapa
2025, Chardonnay

Dry with a satin mouthfeel and fresh unroasted nut quality…

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2025, Chardonnay
Neudorf 'Home Block' Moutere Pinot Gris 2025, Nelson
2025, Organic, Pinot Gris
Neudorf 'Home Block' Moutere Pinot Gris 2025, Nelson
2025, Organic, Pinot Gris

I love this wine…

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2025, Organic, Pinot Gris
Yalumba 'Paradox' Shiraz 2023, Barossa Valley
Yalumba 'Paradox' Shiraz 2023, Barossa Valley

Persistent flavours of dark red berries alongside earthy and wood flavours…

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Yalumba Barossa Shiraz 2024, South Australia
2024, Shiraz
Yalumba Barossa Shiraz 2024, South Australia
2024, Shiraz

Great colour and bouquet with scents of dark plum and blackberry, a core of …

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2024, Shiraz
Earthworks Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, Barossa, Australia
2023, Cabernet Sauvignon
Earthworks Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, Barossa, Australia
2023, Cabernet Sauvignon

Distinctive and classic…

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2023, Cabernet Sauvignon
Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc 2025, Te Muna, Martinborough
2025, Sauvignon Blanc
Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc 2025, Te Muna, Martinborough
2025, Sauvignon Blanc

A totally delicious wine, fresh and pure, mineral and silky…

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2025, Sauvignon Blanc
Spy Valley Pinot Noir 2023, Marlborough
2023, Pinot Noir, Vegan Friendly
Spy Valley Pinot Noir 2023, Marlborough
2023, Pinot Noir, Vegan Friendly

A complete wine, a lovely wine, balanced and well made with …

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2023, Pinot Noir, Vegan Friendly

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The life of a working Master Somm….. with a particular focus on fine NZ Wine. Posted @withregram • Cameron Douglas MS was hard at work in our Tasting Room last week with some 87 wines - both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir to taste blind at
Today’s view from the office… This morning I am sitting down to review 87 wines from the Central Otago Winegrowers Spring Release 2024. Always exciting and a privilege. And tasting on site (at Misha’s Vineyard Tasting Room in C
We love the Family we have gathered on this adventure called life. Elaine is an important part of our story. Posted @withregram • @hawk_wakawaka Time with Family, Cameron and Janet, Havelock North (New Zealand) - In 2017, so many kind people
Highlights of my NZ Wine year always include our Sommit events, with NZ Winegrowers. These involve hosting a select group of international Sommeliers (and a couple of lucky locals) on a journey through our wonderful wines of Aotearoa like no other.
Topping the Manhattan Barrel. We batch our two essential cocktails - Negroni and Manhattan. The Manhattan barrel was recommended by our host in our favourite little restaurant in Harrison, NY. The Negroni is in an eight litre carboy. Both mixes h
Bread Sommelier! I was today years old when I learned about this profession. The qualification is earned in Germany, and is now available in the English language and my new friend Rhys plans to be the first in Aotearoa NZ. Rhys and I met through
When we’re in California, as with all our travels - we love to share fine NZ wine. Kent owns an iconic Cheese & Wine store in Carmel-by-the-Sea - and we love spending time with him and his team, and picking up delicious cheeses. Posted @
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