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Wine Talk: Berry nice wines

By Yvonne Lorkin
NZME. regionals·
16 May, 2016 11:39 PM2 mins to read

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Cambridge Road Martinborough Papillon Rose 2015, $25

Crafted from a blend of 52 per cent pinot gris, 36 per cent pinot noir and 12 per cent chardonnay, this fast became a new favourite of mine. With just 2500 bottles being made, you'll need to be in quick because winemaker Lance Redgwell and his wife Bridie are on to a total winner here. Produced using organic and biodynamic techniques, it's a super-interesting style that exudes Beurre Bosch pear, poached quince, raspberry and all sorts of fresh spices on the finish. cambridgeroad.co.nz.

Sacred Hill Halo Marlborough Pinot Noir 2015, $27

From the first sip I was pretty much seduced - mainly because I knew that if I were disciplined enough to pop some of this away for another year or three, it'll turn into something rather triumphant. Poached cherry, cocoa and pepper notes lead to a juicy, berry-driven wine with freshness and decent chew-factor on the finish. Yum!

Omaka Springs Marlborough Pinot Gris 2015, $18

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This is a crisp, lipsmacking example with all the classic hallmarks of quince, nashi pear, spicy apple and musky, tropical tones that I certainly look for in good gris. Satisfying, super-sippable and just a really tasty wine that's perfect for chilly, autumn afternoons. omaka.co.nz.

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