Wine and Beverage Reviews

All Cam's wine and beverage reviews use the 100-point scale:

Outstanding 95 - 100 PointsA great wine. Cellar worthy. Impeccably made. — Outstanding 95 - 100 Points
A great wine
Cellar worthy
Impeccably made

Very Good to ExcellentA wine with concentration, texture, character and quality — Very Good to Excellent
A wine with concentration, texture, character and quality

PremiumA wine with special qualities — Premium
A wine with special qualities.
Also available, 92 Point only Stickers

RecommendedA wine that is well made, immediately drinkable and will not disappoint — Recommended
A wine that is well made, immediately drinkable and should not disappoint

Recently Tasted

The Cardrona Single Malt Whisky 'American Barrel' Central Otago

The Cardrona Single Malt Whisky 'American Barrel' Central Otago

There’s a natural sweetness beyond the alcohol from the barrel showing a light vanilla quality as well

WhiskyCameron DouglasMarch 31, 2025The Cardrona, Single Malt, Whisky, Central Otago, American Barrel

The Cardrona Single Malt Whisky 'Sherry Cask' Central Otago

The Cardrona Single Malt Whisky 'Sherry Cask' Central Otago

A bouquet of lift and freshness, fragrant, fruity and enticing with scents of sea air and apple, very floral with a mix of wild and domestic stems.

WhiskyCameron DouglasMarch 31, 2025The Cardrona, Whisky, Sherry Cask, Single Malt, Central Otago

The Cardrona Single Malt Whisky 'Pinot', Central Otago

The Cardrona Single Malt Whisky 'Pinot', Central Otago

…silky smooth and warm, flavours melt together framed by subtle baking spice and gentle smoke from the barrel

WhiskyCameron DouglasMarch 31, 2025The Cardrona, Single Malt, Pinot, Central Otago, Whisky

The Cardrona Single Malt Whisky the 'Falcon', Central Otago

The Cardrona Single Malt Whisky the 'Falcon', Central Otago

The dram cascades across the palate with a lighter touch, flavours of manuka honey and….

WhiskyCameron DouglasMarch 31, 2025The Cardrona, Whisky, Single Malt, Central Otago

Gimblett Gravels Selection 2022 Vintage Selection released late 2024

Gimblett Gravels Selection 2022 Vintage Selection released late 2024

The annual Gimblett Gravels selection

Cameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025

Zangria Wildberry & Citrus Fizz, Aotearoa NZ

Zangria Wildberry & Citrus Fizz, Aotearoa NZ

Delicious, fresh and balanced

SangriaCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Zangria, Sangris, Aotearoa

Nautilus Late Disgorged Méthode Traditionnelle Brut NV, Marlborough

Nautilus Late Disgorged Méthode Traditionnelle Brut NV, Marlborough

This wine is sensational

Methode Traditionnelle, NVCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Nautilus, Late Disgorged, Méthode Traditionnelle, Brut, Marlborough, Methode Marlborough

Isabel Estate Brut Cuvée Méthode Traditionnelle NV, Marlborough

Isabel Estate Brut Cuvée Méthode Traditionnelle NV, Marlborough

Balanced, crisp, finely weighted and dry.

NV, Methode TraditionnelleCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Isabel Estate, Brut Cuvée, Méthode Traditionnelle, Marlborough, Methode Marlborough

Pyramid Valley Chardonnay 2023, North Canterbury

Pyramid Valley Chardonnay 2023, North Canterbury

Delicious on the palate with complex flavours and textures.

2023, ChardonnayCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Pyramid Valley, chardonnay, North Canterbury

Pyramid Valley Mānatu Chardonnay 2023, Central Otago

Pyramid Valley Mānatu Chardonnay 2023, Central Otago

Taut and youthful with a positive reduction highlight - so plenty of time to cellar

2023, ChardonnayCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Pyramid Valley, Mānatu, chardonnay, Central Otago

Pyramid Valley Sauvignon+ 2024, North Canterbury

Pyramid Valley Sauvignon+ 2024, North Canterbury

Delicious, different and well presented

2024, Sauvignon BlancCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Pyramid Valley, Sauvignon+, Sauvignon Blanc, North Canterbury

Pyramid Valley Orange 2024, North Canterbury

Pyramid Valley Orange 2024, North Canterbury

I would drink two glasses of this wine - easy, yes it’s very good

2024, Orange WineCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Pyramid Valley, Orange, North Canterbury, Orange wine

Pyramid Valley Rosé 2024, North Canterbury

Pyramid Valley Rosé 2024, North Canterbury

Well made, youthful and exciting

2024, RoséCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Pyramid Valley, Rosé, North Canterbury

Smith & Sheth CRU Syrah 2023, Heretaunga, Hawke's Bay

Smith & Sheth CRU Syrah 2023, Heretaunga, Hawke's Bay

A powerful, varietal and vibrant bouquet

2023, SyrahCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Smith & Sheth, CRU, syrah, Heretaunga, Hawkes Bay, Hawke's Bay

Smith & Sheth CRU Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Wairau, Marlborough

Smith & Sheth CRU Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Wairau, Marlborough

Fragrant, varietal and enticing

2024, AMW, Sauvignon BlancCameron DouglasMarch 30, 2025Smith & Sheth, CRU, Sauvignon Blanc, Wairau, Marlborough, Appellation Marlborough Wine

Smith & Sheth CRU Chardonnay 2023, Waitaki

Smith & Sheth CRU Chardonnay 2023, Waitaki

Complex, intriguing and worth exploring

2023, ChardonnayCameron DouglasMarch 29, 2025Smith & Sheth, CRU, chardonnay, Waitaki

Smith & Sheth CRU Chardonnay 2023, Heretaunga, Hawke's Bay

Smith & Sheth CRU Chardonnay 2023, Heretaunga, Hawke's Bay

It’s so totally drinkable

2023, ChardonnayCameron DouglasMarch 29, 2025Smith & Sheth, CRU, chardonnay, Heretaunga, Hawkes Bay, Hawke's Bay

Smith & Sheth CRU Albariño 2024, Heretaunga, Hawke's Bay

Smith & Sheth CRU Albariño 2024, Heretaunga, Hawke's Bay

Precise, fruity, varietal and inviting

2024, AlbarinoCameron DouglasMarch 29, 2025Smith & Sheth, CRU, Albariño, Heretaunga, Hawkes Bay, Hawke's Bay