Nestled among the undulating hills of Martinborough, Larry McKenna or Larry ‘McPinot’ as he is affectionately known, quietly crafts some of New Zealand’s most impressive wines.I have for a long time been tempted by Larry’s delicious, rich Pinot Noirs – the grape that he is most famous for – but a tasting of his equally delicious, fruit-driven Pinot Gris earlier this year decided the case.

White

 The Edge Pinot Gris
Price: £11.50  Bin No.  NZ78

 Escarpment  Gris
Price: £15.95  Bin No.  NZ79

 Escarpment  Pinot Gris
Price: £12.95  Bin No.  NZ70

Red

   The Edge Pinot Noir
Price: £13.99  Bin No.  NZ07

   Escarpment Noir
Price: £16.50  Bin No.  NZ10

   Escarpment Pinot Noir
Price: £21.95  Bin No.  NZ08

Waimea Estate - Nelson

Founded 21 years ago by Trevor and Robyn Bolitho, Waimea Estate has grown  into one  of the country’s most successful wineries – winning over 150 Gold Medals- while keeping the family-owned boutique nature of the estate intact. The Round Stone Bay Sauvignon Blanc has been very well received for its typically assertive Nelson style and classy grapefruit and elderflower flavours

White

 Round Stone Bay Sauvignon Blanc (SC)
Price: £7.99  Bin No.  NZ65

MIRROR LAKE Marlborough

  Mirror Lake Sauvignon Blanc  (SC)
Price: £8.69  Bin No.  NZ86
 

ISABEL ESTATE - Wairau Valley

Isabel Estate Sauvignon Blanc whose grapes used to be sold to
Cloudy Bay until 1996 - now wipes the board with its Marlborough rival including
winning the trophy for the best Sauvignon Blanc in the world in a recent year’s
International Wine Challenge. The Isabel Estate Pinot Noir displays real
elegance and typical Pinot red fruit flavours.

 Isabel Estate  Sauvignon Blanc Wairau Valley
Price: £14.99  Bin No.  NZ63

 Isabel Estate  Chardonnay Wairau Valley
Price: £17.99  Bin No.  NZ67

 Isabel Estate  Pinot Gris  Wairau Valley
Price: £15.99  Bin No.  NZ69

 Isabel Estate  Pinot Noir   Wairau Valley
Price: £20.95  Bin No.  NZ23

Bascand Estate

Bascand Estate was established in 1998 and owns vineyards in the premium growing regions of Marlborough and Waipara to produce award winning wines. From its Marlborough estate, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir grapes are grown, while from its North Canterbury estate in Waipara, outstanding Riesling is produced. The vineyards are certified as sustainable in keeping with our philosophy of looking after the earth and environment.

   Bascand Estate Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough estate
Price: £19.95  Bin No.  NZ60

    Bascand Estate  Riesling Marlborough estate
Price: £10.99  Bin No.  NZ62

  Bascand Estate  Pinot Noir  Marlborough estate
Price: £12.99  Bin No.  NZ01

Fairhall Downs - Marlborough

Established in 1982, Fairhall Downs is situated at the head of the Marlborough’s Brancott valley and is one of the few family-owned, single vineyard wine estates in the region. Their Sauvignon Blanc is first class, made in an elegant style with good minerality. The superb Pinot Gris shows why this variety is gaining enormous popularity among wine drinkers.  The mouth-watering Chardonnay is rich and complex with a biscuity finish.

   Fairhall Downs Sauvignon Blanc
Price: £12.99  Bin No.  NZ68

   Fairhall Downs Pinot Gris
Price: £13.99  Bin No.  NZ77

   Fairhall Downs Chardonnay
Price: £16.99  Bin No.  NZ80