Waipara, Canterbury

bellhill

Chardonnay 2014

I will do a more complete note of this exceptional Chardonnay if this is accepted. Pale Lemon in colour. Aromas of flint and struck match sulphides. Palate shows lemony citrus notes and white nectarine with a creamy texture. Crushed cashews. Certainly in the conversation as New Zealand’s best Chardonnay which is outstanding as there is some hot competition. As Tim Jackson MW said “this is one for White Burgundy lovers “. Not cheap for a new world Chardonnay at $195 AUD. — a month ago

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@Jamie Lauder Thanks for your comments Jamie. I have even subscribed to the Premium Subscription in the hope I get treated better.
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I second your opinion @Jamie Lauder

Pegasus Bay

Waipara Valley Sauvignon Blanc-Sémillon Blend 2017

Vintage 2017 | Expressive smell — 8 months ago

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Pegasus Bay

Waipara Valley Riesling 2018

Bottled lightning. Concentrated mineral. Lemon, grapefruit pith, slate, honeyed pear, white flowers, sweet hay. — 2 years ago

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Pegasus Bay

Aria Late Picked Riesling 2023

MICHAEL COOPER DipWSET
9.2

I love this type of sweet wine. It’s got a good acidity so it balances up the sweetness. — 6 months ago

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Mt. Beautiful

North Canterbury Pinot Noir 2020

Earthy nose. Progression from cherry to raspberry to earth. Light but substantial, smooth. Very nice. — 7 months ago

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Pegasus Bay

Bel Canto Dry Riesling 2023

Delicious- dry crisp and interesting — a year ago

Pegasus Bay

Prima Donna Pinot Noir 2017

Deep ruby. Dark sweet plum, salty and floral. The palate is med-full bodied, med acidity, soft-med tannin. There is a dark savoury element that gives the wine gravitas. Beautiful balance. Power without weight. Powerful and beautiful. — 3 years ago

Bell Hill Vineyards

Canterbury Pinot Noir 2020

Pronounced nose of red fruits. Rose, strawberry, crush granite, black tea. Interesting pomegranate flavor on the palate. Beautifully balanced wine. Long finish.  — 6 months ago

Mt. Beautiful

North Canterbury Sauvignon Blanc 2022

ESF
9.1

checking in on this beauty 16 or so months later and we weren't quite as effusive as last time... solid SB but i believe this is meant to be consumed upon release — 7 months ago

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Mt. Beautiful

North Canterbury Chardonnay 2015

Delicate with fruit up front with tones cranberry and cherry. Has some earthy tones. — a year ago