Vintages New Release Collection – November 8, 2025

THE NEW RELEASE COLLECTION

NEW ZEALAND – RED WINE

SOUTH AFRICA – WHITE WINE

CLOUDY BAY PINOT NOIR 2023 Marlborough, South Island

BOSCHENDAL 1685 SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 WO Cape Coast

A savory and succulent red with strawberry and slate character. Medium-bodied, it has fine and dusty tannins and a tangy, fresh finish. Lemon-rind undertones. So delicious now. Drink or hold. Score: 93 (jamessuckling.com, Nov. 7, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 598813 (XD) 750 ml $54.95 2 Featured in ’Tis Your Season

Bright, lifted aromas of gooseberry and green apple are layered with delicate cut grass. The palate showcases a refreshing salinity, vibrant white grapefruit, and citrus notes, leading to a tangy, mineral finish adorned with white florals and greengage. Score: 91 (International Wine & Spirit

Competition, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 45185

$19.95 2

(XD) 750 ml

SOUTH AFRICA – RED WINE

HAMILTON RUSSELL PINOT NOIR 2024 WO Hemel-en-Aarde Valley The Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven on Earth) Valley has a particular affinity for Pinot Noir. The Antarctic Benguela Current brings cooling breezes to the region, providing ideal conditions for the heart break grape. This one is known to reflect an almost Burgundian energy and grip. It’s complex and savoury, with plentiful dark fruit, spice, and a gorgeous texture. Drink now and into the late 2030s. Medium-bodied & Fruity 999516 (XD) 750 ml $70.95 2 Featured in ’Tis Your Season

INVIVO X, SJP MARLBOROUGH PINOT NOIR 2023 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable Splendidly ripe and fragrant, the bouquet shows dark cherry, thyme, clove and toasted almond characters, leading to a silky-smooth palate that’s supple and fleshy. Gorgeously framed by finely infused tannins, it’s plush and complex. At its best: now to 2030. Score: 94 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Aug. 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 39492 (XD) 750 ml $27.95 2 JACKSON ESTATE VINTAGE WIDOW PINOT NOIR 2020 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable, vegan There’s no mistaking the varietal signature of dark red berry fruits framed by savoury spices. Aromas of dark cherry skin and plum then a mix of barrel smoke and stony earth layers. Youthful, vibrant and complex. On the palate flavours of purple berries and plum, some nettles and dried herb, clove and vanilla barrel spice and lots of texture. Tannins are ripe with some yet youthfully firm needing cellar time to soften ... lovely wine with complexity and length. Best drinking from 2028 through 2035+. Outstanding. [Decant for 2-3 hours to enjoy tonight.] Score: 95 (Cameron Douglas, MS, camdouglasms. com, April 16, 2025) Medium-bodied & Fruity 696294 (XD) 750 ml $32.95 2 Online & Flagship Exclusive

SUTHERLAND CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2021 WO Elgin (Thelema Mountain Vineyards)

100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Blueberry, wax crayon, dried violets with gravelly aromas. The palate is succulent with spicy hedgerow fruit. Well-knit oak support and good length. Score: 92 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 548503 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 2

46 VINTAGES SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2025