Vintages New Release – August 1 2026

THE NEW RELEASE COLLECTION

AUSTRALIA RED WINE CONT’D

NEW ZEALAND RED WINE

HIGHGATE ORGANIC SHIRAZ * South Australia, vegan A very young but impressive shiraz with a spicy, mulberry bouquet with hints of plums and a tight elegant palate. Score: 94 ( Winestate , Sept./ Oct. 2022) Full-bodied & Smooth 40721 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 2 4 Organic product

SNAPPER ROCK PINOT NOIR Marlborough, South Island Juicy, mellow and delicious with small red berries and mild spices on the nose, following through to a medium body with silky tannins and texture. Fruity finish. Drink now. Score: 90 (jamessuckling.com, Oct. 7, 2025) Medium-bodied & Fruity 41816 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 1

SOUTH AFRICA WHITE WINE

NEW ZEALAND WHITE WINE

ALVI’S DRIFT SIGNATURE SELECTION SAUVIGNON BLANC WO Western Cape Alvi’s Drift takes its name from a low-water bridge over the Breede River, which cuts through the family farm. This youthful, refreshing Sauvignon Blanc has well-defined passion fruit, herbs, and a crisp, refreshing demeanor. Try it with grilled seafood or grilled asparagus spears. Will develop through 2028. [Ultra Value Wine Challenge did not include a tasting note. White Wine of the Year.] Score: 97 (Ultra Value Wine Challenge, 2025) Full-bodied & Rich 41453 (XD) 750 ml $14.95 2

MOHUA SAUVIGNON BLANC ‚ Marlborough, South Island (Peregrine) 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Apples, pears, peaches and melons lead the charge with a thriving zing of grapefruit acidity and inviting creamy texture melting into the palate. Long and harmonious. [Drink through 2028+.] Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 536219 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

BOSCHENDAL € CHENIN BLANC ‚ WO Coastal Region, sustainable

SOHO STELLA SAUVIGNON BLANC Marlborough, South Island, sustainable (Pete Turner, winemaker) It’s fabulously expressed on the nose with intense aromas of passionfruit, kiwifruit, kaŸir lime, and garden herbs. The concentrated palate displays terrific fruit purity and juicy fruit intensity, splendidly structured by beautifully pitched acidity, finishing impressively long and exuberant. At its best: now to 2029. Score: 95 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Oct. 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 554311 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 2

From the second-oldest estate in South Africa, this is a rich, complex, full-throated Chardonnay that oŸsets depth and concentration with undeniable poise. Look for tropical fruit, peach, citrus, toast and nuts, with a refined creaminess from its time on the lees. The long finish is exceptional. Great value for such quality. [Mundus Vini did not include a tasting note.] Score: Gold (Mundus Vini, Spring Tasting 2025) Full-bodied & Rich 48203 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

32 VINTAGES SATURDAY, AUGUST ,

* Late arrival. Product may not be available at release time.