
New Zealand Wine
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A relatively young but extremely promising wine producing country, New Zealand is widely recognized for its distinctive wines made from the aromatic, Sauvignon blanc.
The world’s most southerly vineyards are found here, with significant climatic variation both between and within the warmer North Island and the cooler South Island. Overall, the climate is maritime, with plenty of rainfall, as well as abundant sunshine. Producers have almost unilaterally embraced cutting-edge winery technology, resulting in clean, high-quality wines at every price point from wallet-friendly to premium.
Sauvignon blanc, known here for its trademark herbaceous character, is at its best in Marlborough but thrives throughout the nation, accounting for an overwhelming majority of the country’s exports. While this is indeed the country’s most planted and successful variety, it is certainly not the only New Zealand grape capable of delighting wine lovers.
Chardonnay is the second-most important white variety and takes on a supple texture with citrus and tropical fruit aromas in Gisborne and Hawke’s Bay, respectively. Pinot noir, second behind Sauvignon blanc in national production numbers, is at its best in Central Otago—the most southerly winegrowing region in the world! These wines are known for bright and juicy red fruit. Taking cues from the wines of Alsace, aromatic varieties like Pinot Gris, Riesling and Gewürztraminer shine in Martinborough, while red Bordeaux varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot have found success in Hawke’s Bay. Throughout New Zealand but especially in Marlborough, Pinot noir and Chardonnay are used to produce traditional method sparkling wines.
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Oyster Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Allan Scott Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Giesen Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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13 Celsius Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Stoneleigh Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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KONO Sauvignon Blanc 2020Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Nautilus Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Mt Difficulty Pinot Noir 2018Pinot Noir from Central Otago, New Zealand
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Mount Fishtail Wines Sur Lie Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Mount Riley Sauvignon Blanc 2020Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Kim Crawford Illuminate Rose 2020Rosé from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Rippon Vineyard Mature Vine Riesling 2019Riesling from Central Otago, New Zealand
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Yealands Estate Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Dog Point Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Sea Pearl Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Craggy Range Winery Te Muna Road Vineyard Pinot Noir 2017Pinot Noir from Martinborough, New Zealand
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Quartz Reef Methode Traditionnelle BrutNon-Vintage Sparkling Wine from Central Otago, New Zealand
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Astrolabe Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Duck Hunter Sauvignon Blanc 2021Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Shelter Bay Homestead Pinot Noir 2018Pinot Noir from Marlborough, New Zealand
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Babich Marlborough Pinot Noir 2018Pinot Noir from Marlborough, New Zealand