Vinanmeldelser

This barrel-forward (60% new French oak), 100% varietal wine offers notes of vanilla, pencil lead and wood spices along with cherry and herb accents. The smooth flavors are etched by tart acids, with…

This value-minded wine from an iconic producer offers attractive initial scents of brambly berry and cherry, with additional touches of marzipan and vanilla that lend decadence. The medium-weight pal…

Waitaki Valley is an increasingly popular region for Pinot Noir, although the number of producers is quite small. This is a pale, delicate rendering of Pinot Noir, with floral and beetroot notes, sil…

At first this wine seems quite astringent, closed and tight. It shows dark streaks of cassis and dried leaf, and it only reluctantly opens up to expand the black fruit flavor with a wash of Bourbon b…

Barbera, Sangiovese and Nebbiolo comprise the wine. Half of the grapes were air dried for three months, which is known as appassimento. The Sangiovese was crushed and fermented conventionally before…

Upon opening, this intense, fragrant wine seems European in style, with Italian-like nuances of leather, fungus and tobacco. The enticing whiffs give way to a full-flavored palate that offers notes o…

Made entirely with Chardonnay, this pretty sparkler opens with aromas of white flower, peach and citrus backed up by a whiff of bread crust. The vibrant palate delivers Bartlett pear, mature apple, l…

Hints of cookie crumbs lend warmth to fresh apple and pear notes in this mineral-intense, dry Riesling. It's round and rich on the palate, but punctuated by tart, steely tones of acid and stone befor…

Fruity, fresh and frothy, this savory red opens with a lovely fragrance of violet, iris and woodland berry. The tangy, refreshing palate doles out raspberry, strawberry, baking spice and a hint of ne…

Yeasty and fragrant with a fresh, wheat beer aspect, this delicate Riesling captures the gentle elegance of the grape's aromatics and mouthfeel. There's a nice mix of lemon tea, honey and mineral com…

Exotic hints of passion fruit play among fresh flavors of citrus as well as riper, juicier stone fruit for a balanced, easy wine. The finish is off dry, but totally moreish. Enjoy soon while the frui…

Aromas of roasted and green coffee beans lead to plush fruit and barrel flavors. It shows a fine sense of balance.

Aromas of coffee, chocolate and fresh herbs are followed by grainy dark fruit flavors. The tannins need some time to stretch their legs.

Jasmine, apricot and floral aromas are followed by medium-sweet stone-fruit flavors. Floral and jasmine flavors persist on the finish.

This clean, thick, full-bodied expression of the grape balances into elegance as it goes. A splash of 9% Sémillon adds to its charm, the flavors a lush combination of pear and vanilla.

In the mouth there's the slightest impression of sweetness, though technically this may be considered dry. In any event it's loaded with pear and apple fruit, lightly spicy and well suited to any num…

This creamy sparkler has a floral fragrance of white flower and pear. The palate delivers tropical fruit, citrus, bitter almond and sage notes. This is a classic apéritif and perfect for making toast…

Hard as nails in tannins, with mouth-numbing astringency. But the powerful fruit explodes right through, offering an array of blackberry jam, dark chocolate, raisin and anise flavors. Try cellaring i…

A fine example of one of Tasmania's most celebrated styles, this bubbly starts with notes of lemon, white pepper and blossoms. The lemon and floral combo continues on the palate, which is on the lean…

Pale in color, this oak-aged wine is soft, with juicy red fruit. It offers cinnamon and nutmeg flavors, as well as a smoky character from the wood. It finishes with intense, juicy acidity. Drink from…

MBV's Te Tera bottling is “essentially a declassification,” says Paul Mason, the winemaker. It's certainly much more supple than the classic bottling, with attractive layers of black cherry, cola and…

This distinctive wine shows aromas of rain-soaked herbs, mineral, cocoa and red fruit. It's filled with luscious, jammy raspberry flavors that combine with an alluring, silky feel. With time, the aro…

This appealing wine offers aromas of apricot, pineapple and vanilla. The flavors are lighter in style with vanilla, caramel and straw notes that linger, showing a pleasing mixture of fruit and barrel.

Barrel fermented and aged in 100% new French oak, this wine brings aromas of toasty barrel spices, peach and lemon curd. It's full bodied and creamy in feel, with the alcohol poking through and provi…