Pinot Noir: The New Zealand Story Product Details: Product: Book (Paperback) - 296 pages ISBN: 9781869792794 Author: John Saker Publisher: Wine Appreciation Guild (June 13, 2011) Description: Pinot Noir is a phenomenon a global cult has developed around it over the last couple of decades perhaps because its personality is hard to pin down. Often described as an iron fist in a velvet glove, its contradictions evoke a great deal of discussion, debate and passion.Cult... This item is brand new #44

New Zealand Gewrztraminer January 08 Limited Edition This kit is now available again in very limited quantities. The Region: When the first Marlborough vines were planted in 1973 few people predicted that the region would become New Zealand s largest and best known winegrowing area in little more than 20 years. Abundant sunshine cool nights and a long growing season helps to build and maintain the vibrant fruit flavors for which Marlborough is now famous. The Wine: The 2008 Limited Edition Gewurztraminer grapes came from the internationally renowned Allan Scott Wines and Estates. An early harvest protected the grapes from the extreme heat of the Marlborough summer allowing them to develop the intense aromatic spiciness typical of this variety named from the German word for perfumed... Less

Though New Zealand's wine industry is one of the most vital of the New World wine regions, very little is known of its history. It is a dramatic and engaging narrative, where Temperance movements allay with an aggressive beer industry to squash a thriving wine sector, and the pushback by Catholic priests to preserve it. In this carefully researched, evocatively told history, well-known wine writer Keith Stewart uncovers the fascinating story of wine in this country and highlights the remarkable characters who believed in it and whose passion drove it forward, even in its darkest decades.

Discover the wine regions of Australia and New Zealand in this detailed one of a kind view of the vineyards in the land down under. Map Size = 30 x 38 inches

How to choose wines with confidence. Enhance your wine knowledge and enjoyment while sipping your way through Australian & New Zealand Wine For Dummies. In plain English, this book helps you appreciate the rich choice of wines produced in these two serious winemaking countries. Whether buying online, over the counter or across the cellar door, this friendly reference guide is your perfect companion. Discover how to:Find out about the wine regions of Australia and New Zealand Interpret wine labels Understand grape varieties Locate great wines Track down your favorite wines online Hone your own wine tastes

Alpha Zeta was started in 1999 when David Gleave and New Zealand winemaker, Matt Thompson, set out to produce a range of modern, fruit-forward wines from the hills outside Verona. Their aim was to work closely with the local growers to obtain high quality grapes by reducing yields and harvesting later in the season. Aged for 6 months in oak, Alpha Zeta Corvina is a rich, food friendly red with aromas and flavors of cherry, strawberry and dark chocolate. Supple tannins and balanced acidity are complemented by a peppery finish. Product of Italy Alcohol by Volume: 12.5% Bottle Size: 750ml

How to choose wines with confidence. Enhance your wine knowledge and enjoyment while sipping your way through Australian & New Zealand Wine For Dummies. In plain English, this book helps you appreciate the rich choice of wines produced in these two serious winemaking countries. Whether buying online, over the counter or across the cellar door, this friendly reference guide is your perfect companion. Discover how to:Find out about the wine regions of Australia and New Zealand Interpret wine labels Understand grape varieties Locate great wines Track down your favorite wines online Hone your own wine tastes

Let's pop a cork and toast America's very best, most popular wine course--now in a revised edition with new material that wine lovers will savor. This is Kevin's 40th year in the wine business, and to celebrate, he has updated all the material on vineyards in Austria, Hungary, Greece, New Zealand, South Africa, Chile, and Argentina. Plus, he completely refreshed the tasting section with flavor profiles that also discuss winemaking; created a new Best of the Best chapter; and included more than 20 smart phone tags throughout the book that link to videos of Kevin talking about wine. As always, the book offers Wine Basics, Tasting Wine, Matching Wine and Food, Frequently Asked Questions About Wine, and a Selected Glossary. Zraly goes region-by-region, with the wines organized from simple to... Less

In recent years, viticulture has seen phenomenal growth, particularly in such countries as Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Chile, and South Africa. The surge in production of quality wines in these countries has been built largely on the practice of good enology and investment in high technology in the winery, enabling vintners to produce consistently good, even fine wines. Yet less attention has been paid to the influence of vineyard conditions on wines and their distinctiveness- an influence that is embodied in the French concept of terroir. An essential component of terroir is soil and the interaction between it, local climate, vineyard practices, and grape variety on the quality of grapes and distinctiveness of their flavor. This book considers that component, providing... Less

In recent years, viticulture has seen phenomenal growth, particularly in such countries as Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Chile, and South Africa. The surge in production of quality wines in these countries has been built largely on the practice of good enology and investment in high technology in the winery, enabling vintners to produce consistently good, even fine wines. Yet less attention has been paid to the influence of vineyard conditions on wines and their distinctiveness- an influence that is embodied in the French concept of terroir. An essential component of terroir is soil and the interaction between it, local climate, vineyard practices, and grape variety on the quality of grapes and distinctiveness of their flavor. This book considers that component, providing... Less

This wine is from New Zealand, Marlborough region. The chardonnay grapes, eighty percent the low yielding Mendoza clone, twenty percent UCD6, were harvested from ten estate and grower vineyards located in the Wairau Valley of Marlborough. Soils vary from the silty gravels found in Rapaura to the fine silty loams of Renwick and the Brancott Valley. The vineyards are planted at a density of 1,850 vines per hectare and all vines are trained to the Scott Henry trellis system. The average yield in 2001 was 7.1 tonnes per hectare.. Aromas of freshly baked biscotti, straight from the oven ... grapefruit and lemon peel, roasted Brazil nut and dried figs. Derived from a combination of Burgundian winemaking style and vibrant Marlborough fruit, the palate is chalky in texture and the flavours... Less

For the 10th time in 11 years, Villa Maria has been named 'New Zealand Winery of the Year' in Winestate's Annual Wine Awards, and this Cellar Selection Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is a powerful reminder why. A beautifully intense and lively wine, this white wine overflows with aromas of ripe gooseberry, melon, and passionfruit with hints of grapefruit, lime and nettles. The wine is mouthfilling and juicy with vibrant fruit and fantastic mid-palate richness and weight, finishing bright and racy with excellent length and crispness. Makes a wonderful gift for your favorite white wine drinker. Gift boxed and measures 15'' x 5'' x 4''. Due to the alcoholic content of this gift, an adult signature is required upon delivery. Personalize It! Complete the personalization option during... Less

This wine is from New Zealand, Auckland region, Kumeu sub-region. In 1990, Mate Brajkovich reworked the land and planted a new vineyard of Chardonnay vines on the site of the original vineyard that he and his family purchased in March 1944. The first grapes from this vineyard were harvested in March 1993, the year following Mate’s death. The resulting wine was released in November 1994 to coincide with celebrations marking the Fiftieth Aniiversary of the Brajkovich Family’s arrival at Kumeu River. CHARDONNAY Wine New Zealand Still Wine

This wine is from New Zealand, Auckland region, Kumeu sub-region. A many-faceted Chardonay, impressive for its clarity and superb balance, showing tangy citrus at first, with a layer of spicy honey weaving through the rich pear and delicately smoky flavors, which echo impressively on the long finish. CHARDONNAY Wine NEW ZEALAND STILL WINE

Wild Thyme Honey 160g/5.6oz net. In New Zealand, wild Thyme (Thymus vulgarus) and its honey is unique to Central Otago where the hardy bush thrives in the region's extreme weather conditions. Central Otago has the most extreme climate on mainland New Zealand, characterized by hot summers, harsh cold dry winters and a predominantly dry westerly wind. This Central Otago Wild Thyme Honey is collected from the Waikerikeri Valley in Central Otago. The spectacular rugged landscape of the region is characterized by hills covered with fragrant wild thyme and schist rock. In spring (Sep-Nov) the rolling golden hills are overtaken by a vast purple carpet of wild thyme flowers and blossoms - to the delight of the honeybee. Harvested in December 2009, the spring was very dry and hot in Central Otago... Less

This wine is from New Zealand, Wairarapa region, Martinborough sub-region. Located in the township of Martinborough in the southern Wairarapa, this beautiful property has been producing precise, elegant wines from cool climate vineyards since 1980. Martinborough Vineyard is rightfully famous for its stunning Pinot Noir where free draining soils, hot summers and reliable long dry autumn are ideally suited to cool climate varieties. The winery has also garnered kudos for its Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, and Riesling. Winemaker Claire Mulholland was quick to embrace low-yielding, sustainable farming methods to preserve the character of the land and enhance the pure, varietal essence of each wine. Under Claire's guidance Martinborough Vineyard was granted certification. PINOT NOIR... Less

This wine is from New Zealand, Marlborough region. Our grapes are harvested from carefully selected vineyards located in Marlborough's Wairau and Waihopai valleys. The different soil and microclimatic conditions of each of these vineyards provides a range of unique characteristics that capture the delicious fruit intensity for which Marlborough is renowned.. Wine Enthusiast December 15, 2010 88 Points Sauvignon Blanc 2009 - 88 Points, Wine Enthusiast------- ----------------- ----------------- -...strikes a pleasant balance between zesty citrus and ripe stone fruit. It’s medium-bodied and plump in the mouth, with a crisp, clean finish that invites another sip. ----------------- ----------------- -------- Sante October 2010 Sauvignon Blanc 2009 - Sante------------ -----------------... Less

This wine is from New Zealand, Marlborough region. Grapes were sourced from eight estate and grower vineyards located in the Rapaura, Fairhall, Renwick and Brancott sub-regions of the Wairau Valley. Free draining, stony soils typify the Rapaura and Renwick areas whilst Fairhall and Brancott are predominantly fine alluvial loams containing some clay. The majority of fruit was grown on the divided Scott Henry trellis system with the exception of a small percentage of young vines.. Pale straw green in colour and mouth-wateringly fragrant, the 2003 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc is redolent of a mid-summer kitchen ... ripe passionfruit, yellow plums, juicy limes and freshly picked basil. The palate is pure and refreshing with all the hallmarks of a small but perfectly formed crop ... flavours... Less

Let’s pop a cork and drink a toast to America’s very best, most popular wine course! Windows on the World Complete Wine Course is celebrating its silver anniversary, and this classic volume now has new, updated material that wine lovers will savor.For this new edition, Kevin traveled to eighty wine regions in twenty countries, tasting more than 4,000 wines and meeting 500 winemaking professionals. To assure that he had all the latest wine-producing news, he recently visited vineyards in Austria, Hungary, Greece, New Zealand, South Africa, Chile, and Argentina. Plus, he has updated Wine-Buying Strategies, best vintages, wine lists, and labels. As always, the book includes Wine Basics, Tasting Wine, Matching Wine and Food, Frequently Asked Questions About Wine, and a Selected Glossary... Less

This wine is from New Zealand, Marlborough region. The grapes for this wine come from three vineyards in Marlborough's Wairau Valley. The different soil and micro climatic conditions of each of these vineyards provides a range of unique characteristics that capture the delicious fruit intensity for which Marlborough is renowned.. Parker’s Wine Bargains 2010 Riesling - A Best Value, Parker’s Wine Bargains--------- ----------------- ----------------Th is Wairau Valley Riesling brims with gooseberry and cut grass on the well-defined nose; floral and peachy on the palate... certainly pretty. ----------------- ----------------- -------- eRobertParker. com September 2009 90 Points Riesling 2008 - 90 Points, eRobertParker. com-------------- ----------------- -----------The Marlborough-born 2008... Less

Let's pop a cork and toast America's very best, most popular wine course--now in a revised edition with new material that wine lovers will savor. This is Kevin's 40th year in the wine business, and to celebrate, he has updated all the material on vineyards in Austria, Hungary, Greece, New Zealand, South Africa, Chile, and Argentina. Plus, he completely refreshed the tasting section with flavor profiles that also discuss winemaking; created a new Best of the Best chapter; and included more than 20 smart phone tags throughout the book that link to videos of Kevin talking about wine. As always, the book offers Wine Basics, Tasting Wine, Matching Wine and Food, Frequently Asked Questions About Wine, and a Selected Glossary. Zraly goes region-by-region, with the wines organized from simple to... Less

This wine is from New Zealand, Hawkes Bay region. Stylish, finely blended wines of a consistently outstanding quality are synonymous with Babich Wines. One of New Zealand’s largest family-owned wine companies, Babich Wines was established in 1916 and has evolved as a major producer, now exporting to numerous markets around the world. With vineyards in Auckland, Hawke’s Bay, Marlborough and Gisborne, they combine the craftsmanship of today with the experience won from years of pioneering viticulture and winemaking. Sustainable production and a willingness to invest in the future ensure that this approach will continue to deliver fine wines which fully reflect the fruit of the variety and the terroir of the land. These are wines that are designed to be enjoyed. Over 90 years on from its... Less

"Thoroughly enjoyable and easy to read. Every white wine drinker should read this."-Terry Robards, Senior Managing Editor, Wine Enthusiast Magazine"This book is a must' if you enjoy the taste of wine! This excellent guide playfully educates amateurs, as well as experts, in the pleasures of drinking wine."-Michael Aaron, Chairman, Sherry-Leman, World Renowned Wine Shop, New York, NY"...an insightful reference guide for the beginning taster or industry professional who has an appreciation of wine and wit."-Lynn Penner-Ash, President/Winemak er, Rex Hill Vineyards, Inc.Do you know the difference between a Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, and a Sauvignon Blanc? Are you frustrated by the vast number of white wines there are to choose from? Don't panic, let White Wine For Dummies be your guide... Less

This wine is from New Zealand, Hawkes Bay region. Stylish, finely blended wines of a consistently outstanding quality are synonymous with Babich Wines. One of New Zealand’s largest family-owned wine companies, Babich Wines was established in 1916 and has evolved as a major producer, now exporting to numerous markets around the world. With vineyards in Auckland, Hawke’s Bay, Marlborough and Gisborne, they combine the craftsmanship of today with the experience won from years of pioneering viticulture and winemaking. Sustainable production and a willingness to invest in the future ensure that this approach will continue to deliver fine wines which fully reflect the fruit of the variety and the terroir of the land. These are wines that are designed to be enjoyed. Over 90 years on from its... Less

Matured for 11 months in French oak, 20% new, the 2009 Pinot Noir provides a medium ruby-purple color and intense aromas of black cherry and black raspberry with some floral/wilted roses and lavender nuances plus whiffs of forest floor and black truf... Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. A Pinot Noir wine from Otago in New Zealand. 2009 Carrick Pinot Noir 750ml

This wine is from New Zealand, Marlborough region. Established in 1990 in Marlborough, New Zealand, Ponga is owned by the Scott Family Group.Josh Scott is the winemaker, while Sara and Victoria Scott are the viticulturist and marketingmanager respectively. Pinot Noir and sustainably farmed Sauvignon Blanc are sourced fromselect vineyards in Marlborough. The fruit is planted on free-draining, alluvial loamy soils overgravel - ideal growing conditions for these varietals.Ponga was named after New Zealand’s iconic silver fern, which is called “Ponga' by thecountry’s indigenous Maori people.. After pressing, the must was cold soaked, cold settled for 24 hours and fermented in stainlesssteel at controlled temperatures for 15-20 days.. A pale straw color, aromas of ripe citrus andtropical... Less

This wine is from New Zealand, Auckland region, Kumeu sub-region. In 1990, Mate Brajkovich reworked the land and planted a new vineyard of Chardonnay vines on the site of the original vineyard that he and his family purchased in March 1944. The first grapes from this vineyard were harvested in March 1993, the year following Mate’s death. The resulting wine was released in November 1994 to coincide with celebrations marking the Fiftieth Aniiversary of the Brajkovich Family’s arrival at Kumeu River..

Pinot Noir is a uniquely challenging grape with an unrivalled ability to reflect the character of the site where it grows. Winemakers all over the world have set out in search of the Holy Grail: to repeat Burgundy's success with Pinot Noir.Benjamin Lewin, author of the bestselling books, What Price Bordeaux and Wine Myths and Reality, travels from Burgundy through the other cool climates of Europe where Pinot Noir is grown, to the West Coast of North America, and to Australia and New Zealand in search of the true Pinot Noir.In Search of Pinot Noir investigates the changing character of Burgundy, asks what happens to Pinot Noir outside of Burgundy, and examines how the wines of each region age. How far are styles of Pinot Noir inside and outside of Burgundy due to terroir and how far are... Less

This wine is from New Zealand, Marlborough region. In 1769 Captain Cook was given command of the Endeavour and instructions to set sail for the Pacific in order to study the passage of the planet Venus across the disc of the sun. The true set of instructions concerning the voyage was secret: Cook was to search for the mysterious and elusive southern continent. He was the first European to explore New Zealand, and he eventually did find Australia. Quite an accomplishment for a captain who was just out Chasing Venus. Chasing Venus wines are produced from grapes grown on small family farms in the acclaimed Marlborough appellation. Griggs Vineyard is situated in an old riverbed against the eastern hills of the appellation. The gravelly, well-drained soils promote pronounced grapefruit... Less

New Zealand at its best, showing tropical fruit, citrus and ripe peach associated with classic Marlborough sauvignon blanc. Lively melange of gooseberry and passion fruit on the nose, generously backed up with zesty, crisp lemon, passion fruit and peaches on the palate. Regular gold medal winner each vintage, in New Zealand, showing consistency of style and quality. A cocktail of elegant ripe fruit, finishing crisp and dry. Lively passion fruit, citrusand peach on palate A balanced package showing complex tropical fruit flavours Classic Marlborough sauvignonblanc at its best