Paul J

9.4

Modest gold color. Melons and white flowers on the nose. Same on the palate with some subtle apples and pears. Nice complexity and refreshing. Medium depth with a long finish. — 5 months ago

with Brooke

Jenn Blachford

9.0

Absolutely delicious. Deep cherry — 6 months ago

with Matt

Jamie Milton

9.6

Possibly the best Sauvignon Blanc I’ve ever had. Very smooth, tasty. Not too tart. Well balanced. — 7 months 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

Mark Mannebach

9.2

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

romo

9.3

Confirmed my previous notes. This is awesome Chardonnay no one is paying attention to and that’s a shame. — 10 months ago

Eric L

9.3

Liked it. Nice and dry — a year ago

Jason Sliwa

9.3

I liked this more than I can remember liking a syrah. Restrained, well balanced, delicious. — 5 months ago

John Howard

Harvest production at Hirsch and Cobb Wineries

9.0

Bit harsh day 1. Still nice. — 6 months ago

Carter White

8.9

Lemon zest, slate, with a touch of cream — 6 months ago

Bob McDonald

9.5

Pale lemon in colour. Flinty/struck match notes on the nose - initially citrus and with time more stone fruit. The palate is rich and opulent with grapefruit and white peach sharing the spoils. I have had limited experience with Coddington but this was flat out delicious. The winemaker suggests a short window of 2-4 years (hard to see it being better than it is right now ), whereas pros like JR take it through to 2031. An exceptional new world Chardonnay. — 8 months ago

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 — 9 months ago

Elmars

9.0

This wine is of exceptional quality. While it may have been slightly premature to consume (released in 2021), it exhibited pronounced tannic characteristics. — 9 months ago

Slestyan

9.1

With miso cod - perfect contrast — a year ago

Kristie M. Connor

10

Black cherry, tobacco, plum, thyme, black pepper — 5 months ago

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

Brandon Chew

9.2

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

Erica Gamble

9.0

Earthy nose. Progression from cherry to raspberry to earth. Light but substantial, smooth. Very nice. — 8 months ago

with Ryan

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

Martin Mazner

8.9

Lovely wine but could pass for a hearty sauv blanc — 10 months ago

with Naveen