Mark S.

9.0

Raspberry red with orange raspberry plum blueberry red flower red tea meat
Fruitiness M+ Sweetness M+ Acidity M+ Tannin M Bitterness M Body M Finish M 13.5% Elegant Ata Rangi Martinborough Pinot Noir 20 @13200, AD, 251225 — 6 months ago

Mark Mannebach

9.2

Complex SB from NZ. Cucumber veggie notes with minerality such as flint etc — 9 months ago

Nagib Nasr

9.3

Quite nice — 9 months ago

with Ted

Miss R

9.2

Fresh, easy to drink. Citrusy and no lingering — 5 years ago

Ely Cohn

9.1

The Kindeli wines from Alex Craighead require at least a decent understanding of natural wine and wine faults. These are beautifully crafted rustic wines usually polarized by oxidation or reduction. Verano is of the latter group, a fire cracker red blend of aromatic whites, all unrecognizable and heavily influenced by native yeast and mild to moderate skin contact. It has a grainy matzah meal aroma that mixes to concentrated tart citrus - full bodied, all full of sunshine too. — 6 years ago

Richard List

8.9

Fruit driven pinot noir. — 7 years ago

Brandon Chew

9.2

Wild mushroom berries with a tart savory finish — 7 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Palliser Estate – 2024
Martinborough – New Zealand 🇳🇿

Overview
Palliser Estate is one of Martinborough’s most respected producers, crafting wines with finesse and precision. This Sauvignon Blanc showcases the hallmark character of New Zealand, but with a more refined and balanced expression compared to the often more pungent Marlborough style. Made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes.

Aromas & Flavors
Delicate citrus and tropical notes—lime zest, gooseberry, and passion fruit—interlaced with subtle herbal tones of lemongrass and fresh basil. Clean minerality supports the fruit, giving it a lifted freshness.

Mouthfeel
Light to medium-bodied, vibrant acidity, and an elegant balance between fruit concentration and crispness. Smooth and precise, leaving a refreshing finish.

Food Pairings
Pairs beautifully with fresh oysters, goat cheese, ceviche, sushi, or summer salads with citrus vinaigrette.

Verdict
A very delicate and balanced Sauvignon Blanc, capturing the essence of New Zealand’s style with elegance. Martinborough adds a cooler-climate restraint that keeps it fresh and poised. A wine that’s both approachable and refined.

📌 Did You Know?
While Marlborough dominates NZ Sauvignon Blanc production (with its intense, zesty style), Martinborough’s cooler nights and smaller scale create wines with greater elegance, minerality, and restraint, making them stand out among New Zealand Sauvignons. — 9 months ago

Keimu

9.2

From Gay wine dinner and vitner Lance. Spicy raucous Pinot - changes as you taste. So good!! Kristin fav!! Find it again!!! — 5 years ago

Marc o'meara

8.9

Corner shop purchase...
— 5 years ago

MICHAEL COOPER DipWSET

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

9.0

#pinotgris from #nzwine #martinborough okay overpriced but still lovely and textural. Lots of ripe Granny Smith and green water pears in the nose and palate. Also a bit flinty (screwcap) lemon rind, honey, ripe pineapple...my God as I’m writing this tasting note I’m liking it more and more. Has some Rieslingesque qualities and just a pinch of sweet ripe fruit on the finish — 6 years ago

Elle West

10

Effervescent, summery, bret, Apple (honey crisp), yummmmyyy — 7 years ago

Shuji Fujimaru

9.4

At Park Kitchen, Wellington. 08/31/2018 with Sakka — 8 years ago

MICHAEL COOPER DipWSET

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

9.1

Ripe red fruits and almost tropical notes. Balanced. #pinotnoir #newzealand — 9 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Palliser Estate – 2021
Martinborough – New Zealand 🇳🇿

Overview
Crafted from 100% Pinot Noir, this wine reflects Martinborough’s cool-climate finesse, a region renowned for producing elegant and terroir-driven Pinots. Palliser Estate is one of the pioneers of the area, known for precision and balance in winemaking.

Aromas & Flavors
Bright notes of cranberry, red cherry, and a whisper of wild strawberry. Subtle earthy undertones mingle with a gentle floral lift, adding complexity without weight.

Mouthfeel
Light-bodied, fresh, and silky with very soft tannins. Crisp acidity gives it a refreshing edge, leading into a clean, delicate finish. Can even benefit from a slight chill on a warm afternoon.

Food Pairings
Perfect with roast chicken, charcuterie boards, grilled salmon, or even a casual summer picnic spread.

Verdict
A graceful and versatile Pinot Noir that highlights Martinborough’s hallmark style—elegant, light, and refreshing. Ideal for those who enjoy nuance over power. Cheers! — 9 months ago

Jason Brater

9.1

Opened up very nicely over an hour or so. Layered fruit but also a depth of flavor and a nice tannin and cigar leaf finish. Lots more punch than you’d expect for a Pinot. — 4 years ago

with Michelle and Randall

Peter Coulthard

9.4

Naked. Even better than last time. Seems to have aged well — 5 years ago

Jeremy Pollard

9.1

Fresh and expansive nose. Palate brings a surprising amount of citrus along with delicate stone fruit. Good acid. Interesting wine with lots of potential. — 6 years ago

with Sam

Peter Rosenfeld

9.4

Deep deep flavour for a pinot. Cherry at the end of many delicious layers. 2016 with xmas turkey. — 7 years ago

Keith Crump

9.0

Just visited Martinborough a must for any wine lover coming to NZ so a sample of the Chardonnay this is not a big blustery white some floral nose and citrus notes a great combo with fish — 7 years ago