New Zealand Red Wines

Bright red to crimson hues, this wine confidently takes charge with intense lifted vanilla aromatics balanced with red currants, violets, and mulberry fruits. Firm and full on the palate with a subtle sweetness giving a rich mouth feel. The vanilla aromatics carry through on the palate and compliment subtle flavors of red currants, dark cherries, and chocolate. The palate is filled with dark berry fruit and the soft tannins provide a lingering finish

Glossy garnet-red colour and oozes attractive aromas of raspberry coulis, cherry and dark chocolate. In the mouth expect lavendar and dried thyme, supple, easy tannins and a smooth, warm finish. Drink with chargrilled eye fillet wrapped in prosciutto on garlic mash.

Lifted dried herb, blackberry and peppercorn aromas lead to a lush, spicy, cranberry infused medium-bodied red with a slippery-smooth finish. A good match for herb-crusted lamb racks and rosemary roast potatoes.

Deep and bright ruby colour. Multi-faceted nose of blood plums and red cherries; with star anise, nutmeg and cinnamon; and garrigue - brambles, wild thyme, heather, rosehip and crushed herbs. The palate structure is lithe; the acids are juicy yet taut, and the fine supple tannins lengthen the smoky mineral finish. The flavour spectrum finishes with earthy notes from the vineyards - schist gravels and river pebbles. ABV: 13.5%

Deep ruby, bright clarity. Extremely fragrant with violet florals, licorice and mocha notes. Beautifully fruited mid-palate which is extremely textural and has complex red and dark fruits complemented by hints of oak spice and fine tannins. The finish is extremely long and balanced.

This succulent Pinot Noir has aromas of spice, currant and dark Ghana chocolate. A juicy cherry mouthfeel matches perfectly with the grippy bitterness of the dark cocoa. A long and luxurious feel on the palate will remind you of your favourite cherry jam colliding with that warm dark cup of black tea. ABV: 13%

An aromatic nose of plum, raspberry and spice, with ripe berry fruit flavours. A concentrated wine with smooth texture and round tannins. Allan Scott Estate Merlot is the perfect accompaniment to good strong cheese or with barbequed meats. Best served at room temperature and given a little time to breathe. ABV: 12%

Reliable and affordable Bordeaux blend from the Hawkes Bay. Soft and approachable with flavours of blackberry, dried meats and leather. Medium bodied tannins and soft finish.

Bright, aromatic with vibrant floral aromas of violet, cherries and spice. The fresh palate of ripe red berries coupled with black cherry and olive, soft tannins that have a seam of toasted spice make this a moreish wine. An attractive package that delivers full flavour with silken texture. Easy to like and even easier to put with your favourite vegetable and pasta dishes, lamb, or game meats.

This classic blend of the famous Bordeaux varieties shows rich, ripe plum and blackberry flavours with hints of spice and fine oak. It is an elegant and aromatic wine with layers of red plum, cassis and violet. The long finish and fine grained tannins make this an ideal accompaniment to richly flavoured foods.

Aroma: Savoury ripe plum and cherry, with a hint of game and smoky oak. Palate: Full to medium bodied wine with round, mouthfilling flavours of plum, cherry, pleasing weight with good acidity. Oak integrates nicely with the fruit, and helps with the silky tannin structure. Suggested Foods: Farm raised venison, tender rare lamb, mild game, duck and oily fsh such as tuna and salmon.

One of the greatest of all New Zealand wines .The grapes are drawn from numerous sites, including the estate vineyard, planted in 1980, and the vines, ranging up to 29 years old. The 2009 was voted NZ's Top NZ Pint in the Good Australian Wine Guide and a 92/100 from Parkers Wine Advocate. Just released the 2010 is looking superb "Dark cherry melds with bright, lifted red fruit aromas and hints of spice in this exotic 2010 Pinot Noir. Floral notes are present too; old-fashioned violets and a touch of rose. This vibrant pinot has a sinuous, savoury spine of tannin that spreads out to a long, silky finish. Significant vine age, especially from the 30 year-old blocks, expresses itself in depth, breadth and complexity of character; a distinctive ‘sense of place’ so evident in Ata Rangi Pinot Noir. Vine age also contributes markedly to the consistency of quality year after year."