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Hihi Semillon

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We do not usually award 'Top Tips' to four star wines but there is not much semillon about and this is a very fine example and deserves to be applauded. There is delicious lemony freshness here with an oily texture and super concentration and length. Try it - so will not be disappointed. More
A Top Tip is awarded to wines that are of an exceptional quality regardless of price.
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Hawkshead Pinot Gris

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Wow - a huge wine. Green apple and quince aromas do not really prepare you for the concentrated green apple almost confectionary flavours that follow. The acidity is firm and zingy and this is definitely a wine of great potential. Put some in the cellar. More
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Gravitas Sauvignon Blanc

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Asparagus nuances are prevalent on the nose whilst the palate delivers savoury capsicum with an excellent and balanced acid backbone. This wine has developed well and is good with food too. More
After each TiZwine tasting a lucky team of consumers are invited to taste all the wines. This is again done blind that no one's preconceptions can prevail. Wines that are praised by the collective are awarded this prestigious accolade. At the end of the day it is these people who are going to buy the wines and thus determine their success!
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Manu Pinot Noir

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There is a lot of oak in this wine BUT it is beautifully balanced by the earthy, almost bacon like, fruit concentration. It has aromas of smoke and peat and a very pleasant sweetness in the palate. The finish is rounded and persistent. Enjoyed by judges and consumers alike. More
A Best Buy is awarded to fine wines that are considered to be of excellent value and typically under $20.A Top Tip is awarded to wines that are of an exceptional quality regardless of price.After each TiZwine tasting a lucky team of consumers are invited to taste all the wines. This is again done blind that no one's preconceptions can prevail. Wines that are praised by the collective are awarded this prestigious accolade. At the end of the day it is these people who are going to buy the wines and thus determine their success!
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Waimea Barrel Selection Pinot Noir

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The top rated Pinot in this tasting with one judge giving it her highest ever rating! The wine has wonderful dense and peppery aromas. The flavours are intensely ripe and juicy with good complexity and excellent fuit/oak integration. The finish just goes on and on. And all for $23.90 - hurry! More
A Best Buy is awarded to fine wines that are considered to be of excellent value and typically under $20.A Top Tip is awarded to wines that are of an exceptional quality regardless of price.
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Mud House Hawkes Bay Merlot

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Overall the best Merlot in the tasting. This wine has distinct forest floor aromas that succumb to lovely sweet fruit in the palate. The finish is dry and really persistent. Enjoy. More
A Best Buy is awarded to fine wines that are considered to be of excellent value and typically under $20.
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Morton Estate Reserve Sec Methode Traditionnelle

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When we say that this wine has an easy drinking style it is meant as a compliment - it is a super fizz ideal for parties. It has very balanced fruit and yeast aromas with very ripe and soft fruit flavours leading to a long and persistent finish. Very enjoyable. More
A Best Buy is awarded to fine wines that are considered to be of excellent value and typically under $20.
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Pegasus Bay Main Divide Riesling

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Another tremendous Riesling from Pegasus Bay and this one is even under $20. Petrol and turkish delight aromas abound as do the tropical and apricot flavours. The classic spritz is also present and all wrapped up in a seamless acidity. Tangy persistent finish. More
A Best Buy is awarded to fine wines that are considered to be of excellent value and typically under $20.A Top Tip is awarded to wines that are of an exceptional quality regardless of price.
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Yealands Estate Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc

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Stone fruit, minerals and herbs on the nose and blackcurrants, nettles and citrus in the palate. The result is a big wine with strong acidity, weight and length. This sauvignon is going to last and improve. Put some in the cellar. More
After each TiZwine tasting a lucky team of consumers are invited to taste all the wines. This is again done blind that no one's preconceptions can prevail. Wines that are praised by the collective are awarded this prestigious accolade. At the end of the day it is these people who are going to buy the wines and thus determine their success!
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Spinyback Sauvignon Blanc

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Spinyback is essentially the second label of Waimea Estates and has a reputation for providing excellent value for money. This wine is no exception. It has tropical fruit aromas that are carried through to the palate where the fruit is sweet, ripe and juicy and the acidity is well balanced. Very good now and may well improve. More
A Best Buy is awarded to fine wines that are considered to be of excellent value and typically under $20.A Top Tip is awarded to wines that are of an exceptional quality regardless of price.
 

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The Marlborough Vintners Gourmet Package
Are you looking for a weekend away? Do you want to be treated to a gourmet special? Then this package is for you. Enjoy a night away, sit back and relax in the Vintners Room and enjoy luscious food from our award winning restaurant. more
Study on-campus or by distance with the School of Viticulture and Wine at EIT Hawke's Bay, which is situated in New Zealand’s premium wine region. Select from the widest range of programmes in grape growing and winemaking offered by any tertiary institute in New Zealand. Become one of many graduates employed in exciting wine industry positions around the world.
EIT Hawkes Bay
Study on-campus or by distance with the School of Viticulture and Wine at EIT Hawke's Bay, which is situated in New Zealand’s premium wine region. Select from the widest range of programmes in grape growing and winemaking offered by any tertiary institute in New Zealand. Become one of many graduates employed in exciting wine industry positions around the world. more