Vintages New Release Collection – July 5, 2025

THE NEW RELEASE COLLECTION

NEW ZEALAND – WHITE WINE CONT’D

NEW ZEALAND – RED WINE KA TAHI THE ONE SYRAH 2021 Gimblett Gravels, Hawke’s Bay, North Island, sustainable

SOHO ZIGGY PINOT GRIS 2023 Marlborough, South Island

It’s charming and elegantly fragrant on the nose with green pear, apricot, rockmelon and white floral aromas, followed by a finely flowing palate that’s ripe and supple. Beautifully rounded and juicy with a lengthy tasty finish. At its best: now to 2026. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Aug. 2023) Off-dry & Fruity 536169 (XD) 750 mL $21.95 1

This is delightfully fruited and instantly appealing on the nose with Black Doris plum, blueberry, floral and almond characters with a hint of spicy over- tone. The palate displays succulent fruit flavours with plump mouthfeel and silky tannins, finishing lingering and velvety. Gorgeously ripe and plush, offering terrific drinking. At its best: now to 2028. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Dec. 2022) Full-bodied & Smooth 41788 (XD) 750 mL $23.95 2

NEW ZEALAND – ROSÉ WINE ERADUS SADIE ROSÉ 2024 Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island Charming and brightly expressed, the inviting bouquet shows watermelon, pomegranate, apricot and white floral notes, followed by a finely textured palate offering juicy fruit flavours with refreshing acidity, making it vibrant and tasty. At its best: now to 2026. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, June 2024) Easygoing & Fruity 43353 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 1

TOI TOI SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable This is instantly appealing on the nose, showing green rockmelon, feijoa, crunchy apple and lemon zest aromas. The palate delivers terrific fruit power and persistency, splendidly supported by juicy acidity, finishing long and delicious. At its best: now to 2027. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Aug. 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 454785 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 1 Featured as our Wine of the Month

SOUTH AFRICA – WHITE WINE

VILLA MARIA WAIRAU VALLEY RESERVE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable It’s gorgeously fruited and intensely expressed on the nose, showing passionfruit, pineapple, mango and lime zest aromas. The palate delivers excellent weight and fruit power, wonderfully supported by vibrant acidity, making it delicious and hugely appealing. At its best: now to 2030. Score: 95 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Sept. 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 536201 (XD) 750 mL $24.95 2

AVONDALE JONTY’S DUCKS PEKIN WHITE CHENIN BLANC 2021 WO Paarl, sustainable Peach and papaya aromas here, along with waxed lemons and chamomile. It’s medium-bodied, with good freshness and a straightforward finish. Drink now [through 2025]. Score: 89 (jamessuckling.com, Sept. 22, 2023) Aromatic & Flavourful 439554 (XD) 750 mL $18.95 1 4 Organic product

34 VINTAGES SATURDAY, JULY 5, 2025