The pale straw colour & aromas of ripe citrus fruits indicate the chardonnay origins of Pelorus nv. A bouquet of apple & lemon complements fresh bready notes derived from two years bottle ageing on lees. The deliciously crisp palate displays toasty, creamy complexity, enhanced by a lingering nutty finish. Chardonnay & pinot noir grapes are sourced from several grower & estate vineyards located within the Wairau Valley in Marlborough. Soils vary from stony free draining gravels to fine silt loams containing some clay. Vineyards are planted at a density of 1850 vines/ha & in an average year yield 9 tonnes/ha. The vines are trained to a standard vertical shoot positioned canopy. As a non-vintage sparkling wine, the final Pelorus blend comprises base wines from several seasons. The pinot noir & chardonnay grapes for Pelorus are harvested when the ideal balance between acid & sugar levels is reached for the production of premium sparkling wine. The naturally high acidity found in grapes grown in the Marlborough region ensures elegance & crispness in the final wine. Several different clones of chardonnay & pinot noir are used in the vinification of Pelorus NV. All grapes are pressed without crushing & the juice is given a short period of settling which is followed by racking & inoculation with a pure strain of Montrachet yeast. The base wines are fermented & aged in a mixture of stainless steel tanks, large oak vats & small French oak barrels. Following a spontaneous malolactic fermentation the wines are left to age on lees for a further eight months prior to blending each November. The chardonnay predominant blend is put on tirage using prise de mousse yeast the following February & subsequently allowed to attain a minimum of two years lees ageing in the bottle before disgorgement. ...

The Pelorus Vintage exhibits rich & complex aromas of brioche, nougat & almond biscotti, overlying subtle red apple & citrus fruit. The wine has a deliciously creamy palate structure that is balanced & focussed by a fine acid backbone. Fruit was harvested from predominantly 4 cane vines from the Rapaura & Fairhall regions. A lighter than average yield of about 9T/ha allowed for early development of flavours & an early harvest. ...

Limited stock, vintage changing soon. Appealing at once, the nose of our Pinot Noir 2012 is ripe with plum, aromatic spice & red florals. The palate is focussed with a savoury architecture; bittersweet chocolate, dark fruit & spice play with leather & hints of earthiness. Chalky tannins linger on a persistent finish. We particularly enjoy our 2012 pinot noir with soy glazed bbq pork ribs & confit of duck leg. ...

Limited stock. Appealing concentration & poise suggests a wine with the ability to age. The nose is bright with aromas of kaffir lime & grapefruit. A generous palate reveals ripe citrus, stone fruit & lemongrass flavours balanced by crunchy acidity. Perhaps the hallmark of this vintage is its persistent finish rich with minerality. ...

For its 32nd vintage, Cloudy Bay has captured the essence of its pristine origins. A wine that speaks of its vineyards nestled gently amongst the Richmond Ranges in Marlborough, New Zeal&. On the nose, a vibrant mix of kaffir lime, lemon zest & nectarine aromatics intermingle with the bright perfume of orange blossom. A palate brimming with ripe citrus & stone fruit flavours that are framed by sleek & succulent acid architecture. ...

Nose. Malty & creamy. Sherry & organics. Developing sweetness. Spices. Smoke. Opens up a little with time, but doesn't choose sides. The slightest hint of peat pops up. Taste: Dry & hot start, mellowing out into a sour centre. Some liquorice. A bit flat. Little development after that, the taste just slowly fades away in a winey, bitter finish. ...

Colour: Pale yellow. Tasting notes, undiluted: Nose: Sweet & malty with a distinct peaty note. Hints of leather & some
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Aroma without water: Initially a very sweet note
- Highland fudge. A creamy texture, with a hint of milk chocolate & marshmallows.
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Pale lemon, with a lively nose of lemons with hints of biscuit. The palate is fresh & citrusy with racy acidity & a fine mousse. This elegant English sparkling wine is still youthful, drinking very well now, but also has a great potential to further develop in bottle. 65% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir. ...

The Brut Rose is salmon pink in colour, with aromas of cranberries, strawberries & hints of brioche. The palate is fairly full, with intense, red berry flavours that are nicely balanced by refreshing acidity & an elegant, long finish. ...