This was the second time we compared New Zealand Pinot Noirs (the first was in October 2007), and while there was one runaway winner, most tasters felt that these were all fairly good wines. David felt that these were extremely difficult to rate, simply because so many of them were admirable. He also liked that none […]
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This was only our second time tasting this category of wine (the second scuffle was for Pinot Noir), and we were not disappointed. All of the wines exhibited varietal correctness, with lots of character and zippy acidity. There was also lots of value here, with the top wines being very reasonably priced, and none over
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When most people think of a New Zealand wine, they will automatically think Sauvignon Blanc. And with good reason — they have become some of the most delicious and popular white wines in the world, and in a very short amount of time. This month, we looked at their most promising red variety, Pinot
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I am an enthusiast of nearly all of the world’s Sauvignon Blancs, but if forced to pick my favorites, one would be those from New Zealand. Often possessing striking aromatics, along with mouthwatering acidity, these whites are among my most beloved and most purchased. Grown in relatively cool, often maritime climates, New Zealand sauvignon
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