"We departed for the trip of a lifetime on 26th January and returned 18th February. We had a fantastic trip and I have written a wine journal"
Wine Tasting in New Zealand Journal
Focus on Wine
Ca`di Ponti Catarratto, Sicily 2009
Amazing value this white, for the price, full-flavoured and well rounded, may be enjoyed as an easy quaffing party wine or with food.
Gavi, La Battistina 2008
Fresh, zesty white, good alternative to Sauvignon Blanc with citrus notes and fine minerality.
Chateau Gouprie L`Excellence, Pomerol 2004
A special cuvee exhibiting style and finesse, this is 100% Merlot aged in 100% new oak. Fruity, rich and oaky, good Pomerol.
Chateau Montrose, Grand Cru Classe Saint Estephe 2002
Hugely complex and exotic Cabernet Sauvignon with dark hues, deep scents and a warming, satisfying mouthfeel. Characterised by its black fruits, typical cigar box spice and forest floor character. There`s a bonfire note there too, adding to the savoury mix. We had it with beef at The Green Room for a special birthday and it was fantastic! 92pts.
Chateau Dubourg, Saint-Emilion 2007
A wine borne of vineyards with Grand Cru status, the 2007 vintage was declassified by the owner, Benoit, to straightforward Saint-Emilion and the prices accordingly reduced, because this is a vintage for early drinking. So it can be enjoyed now at a good price. Expect a deep colour and an abundance of ripe Merlot fruit.
Zuccardi Serie A Malbec, Mendoza 2008
Lots of bright, intense red fruits, medium-body and velvety texture . Lovely wine.
Alpha Zeta Soave 2008
Clean and fresh, a popular wine from Verona which cuts nicely through oily fish or creamy pasta. Well made.
Mirabello Pinot Grigio 2009
Good Pinot Grigio, light citrus-floral aromas and flavours, crisp and dry, yet rounded, pollished finish. We sell lots of this wine so clearly I am not the only one who likes it!
Mediterra Toscana, Poggio al Tesoro, Bolgheri IGT 2006
Great Tuscan red combining 40% Syrah, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot grapes. Warming wine with juicy red berries and scrummy spice. Good flavour and structure, I like this a lot.




