Pure Discovery New Zealand Wine Tasting Sydney 2014

1 New Zealand Wine nzwine.com

Tuesday 18 November 2014

194Million litres of wine produced (2012)

waikato/Bay of plenty

Hawke’s Bay

gisBorne

MarlBorougH

auckland

nortHland

wairarapa

canterBury

waipara Valley

central otago

nortH island

soutH island

Matakana

Martinborough

Waiheke island

Waitaki

kuMeu

auckland

wellington

cHristcHurcH

Queenstown

nelson

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36̊ SOUTH

38̊ SOUTH

40̊ SOUTH

42̊ SOUTH

44̊ SOUTH

46̊ SOUTH

Latitude

a Vast portfolio of wines, witH

25Varieties planted in coMMercial Quantities

34,270Hectares of producing Vineyards (2012)

new Zealand wine regions

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contents

4 new Zealand - a land like no other, sustainability, Varietal & regional information

participating wines By Variety

11 riesling

11 other Whites

12 Pinot gris

14 sauvignon blanc

18 Chardonnay

19 rosé

20 Pinot noir

24 Merlot

24 red blends

26 syrah

28 Participating Wineries directory


#nzwine, @nzwine

newzealandwinegrowers

www.nzwine.com

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new Zealand Winegrowers welcomes you to the Pure Discovery

New Zealand Wine tasting.

Year after year, new Zealand’s unique combination of soil,

climate and water, our innovative pioneering spirit and our

commitment to quality all come together to create premium,

regionally and varietally diverse wines. Pure Discovery allows us

to share the results with you.

in 2014, all grape growing regions experienced favourable

growing conditions through the summer and into early autumn

resulting in another memorable and high quality vintage.

Winemakers across the country were incredibly pleased

with the quality and flavours of the grape crop and Pure

Discovery is our first showing of wines from the 2014 vintage

as well as newly released wines from the much heralded 2013

and earlier vintages.

We look forward to hearing of your own discoveries.

New Zealand Winegrowers is the national organisation representing,

promoting and researching the national and international interests of

New Zealand Wine and New Zealand grape growers and winemakers.

For further information on the wine industry in New Zealand or to find

out about upcoming events in Australia visit www.nzwine.com

natalie corkeryaustralia Manager – events

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[email protected]

@nZWineaus


A LAND LIKE NO OTHER

TucKED AwAy IN A REmOTE cORNER Of THE

gLObE Is A pLAcE Of gLORIOus uNspOILED

LANDscApEs, ExOTIc fLORA AND fAuNA, AND A

cuLTuRE RENOwNED fOR ITs spIRIT Of yOuTHfuL

INNOvATION. NEw ZEALAND Is A wORLD Of

puRE DIscOvERy, AND NOTHINg DIsTILLs ITs

EssENcE mORE pERfEcTLy THAN A gLAss Of

NEw ZEALAND wINE.

DIscOvER OuR wORLD.

New Zealand is one of the world’s youngest nations. Maori created its traditional cultural expression, and just as Maori artists today are reinterpreting ancient craftworks — such as kahu (cloaks, typically of feather, pictured) in new forms and materials — so our grape growers and winemakers are innovating in the vineyard and winery.

100% CoMMitted to exCellenCe

new Zealand’s wine producing history extends back to the founding of the nation in the 1800s. it was the introduction to Marlborough’s astonishing sauvignon blanc in the 1980s that saw new Zealand wine explode onto the international scene, courtesy of world beating performances in international competitions and rapturous critical reviews.

While Marlborough retains its status as one of the world’s foremost wine producing regions, the quality of wines from elsewhere in the country has also garnered international acclaim.

by world standards new Zealand’s production capacity is tiny, accounting for less than

1% of total volume. though the average price tag for a new Zealand wine is a reflection of its desirability, few would question its ability to deliver excellent value for money.in fact, it’s the unswerving commitment to quality over quantity that has won new Zealand its reputation as a premium producer.

this commitment is evident from the vineyard to the winery, along with sustainability leadership, new Zealand continues to pioneer advances such as canopy management, stainless steel fermentation techniques and screwcaps.

<1% 36°-46°South

94+%of total world wine production VoluMe

grape growing latitudinal range

of new Zealand Vineyard area operates under independently audited sustainaBility prograMMes

“For a small country with a relatively young wine industry (at least on the international level), new Zealand really has made a name for themselves over recent years. the wines retain an air of mystery that is somewhat unique in this ever-shrinking modern world of ours.”

gregory dal piaz, snooth.com

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/newzealandwinegrowers

/nZwinegrowers


wHAT DOEs “susTAINAbLE” mEAN fOR NEw ZEALAND wINE?

For us, sustainability means delivering excellent wine to consumers in a way that enables the natural environment, and the businesses and communities involved, to thrive.under our sustainability Policy, wine must be made from 100% certified grapes in fully certified winemaking facilities, and certification must be through an independently audited programme. Central to our sustainability policies is a commitment to keep improving, as new research is undertaken and new technologies are developed. We have an ongoing leadership role in industry research and development projects and, as a result, we’re helping to raise the global bar for sustainability.seven “pillars” represent our key areas of focus, and we provide guidance and support around each to our members.

sustainaBle winegrowing new Zealand is integral to the ongoing success of new Zealand wine. Members are committed to protecting the unique places that make our famous wines by reducing the use of chemicals, energy, water and packaging, and reusing and recycling materials and waste.

Pillars oF sustainabilitY

BiodiVersity

soil, water, air

Byproducts

people

Business

Without the wealth we’re able to harvest from animals, plants and microorganisms, humans couldn’t survive. new Zealand wine producers cultivate and nurture diversity in the vineyard.

energy

cHeMicals

even though new Zealand draws most of its electricity from renewable sources, the energy demands of wine production sees the industry employing reduction strategies in all activities.

the world expects a certain quality from new Zealand wine; to maintain standards we need to mitigate against disease and pests. Chemical use on the vineyard, however, is the last resort.

reduce, reuse and recycle are the watchwords in new Zealand vineyards and wineries. Many byproducts are routinely diverted from the waste stream and turned to beneficial use.

a sustainable wine industry is for the benefit of people, and its success depends on delivery by people. new Zealand wine producers take their community responsibilities seriously.

sustainable practices enable wine producers to add value in a number of meaningful ways, while also making long-term cost savings and are therefore critical to the legacy of our wine industry.

blessed with an array of distinctive soils, abundant fresh water and famously clear air, our wine producers go to great lengths to take care of these treasures. Energy

auckland

one large wine operation finds energy efficiencies offer significant savings, so the winery employs heat recovery systems to store waste heat from refrigeration for use in winemaking. night air cooling, and daytime illumination by natural light are two other successful initiatives.

Soil, Water, Air: soil

central otago

For a winery with vineyards on flash flood-prone slopes, soil health is vital. to sustain their fragile soils they’re increasing organic matter by allowing maximum sward growth before mowing; judiciously applying compost-enriched bio-char, and balancing soil nutrient levels to preserve the low fertility that gives essential character to their wines.

Biodiversity: Wetlands

MarlBorougH

rich in indigenous biodiversity, wetlands have high conservation value. one winery began restoring 50 hectares of wetland in 2004 and has since planted over 3000 native plants — with the help of staff and local communities. along with positive ecological outcomes, the project has yielded wide-ranging business benefits.

Chemicals

gisBorne

each year, local ladybird populations boom in response to the numbers of the damaging pest mealy bug. “it takes some fortitude not to jump in and spray,” says one viticulturist, “but we endeavor to use no insecticides.” Planting cover crops to encourage ladybirds and other predators has significantly reduced use of chemical controls.


pREmIum, susTAINAbLE, DIvERsEas an isolated, cool-climate island nation, new Zealand enjoys an undeniable advantage when it comes to producing distinctive, ultra high quality wines.

no place is more than 130km, or 80 miles, inland and the proximity of our vineyards to the ocean has a pronounced effect on the character of our wines. Mild, sunny summers and marked differences between day and night time temperatures in many regions slow the ripening of the grapes and allow them to develop pure, intense varietal

flavours. this is the foundation of new Zealand wines’ elegance and power, and helps explain their famed balance, structure and food friendliness.

and with growing regions extending 1,600km (1,000 miles) — from latitude 36° in the subtropical north to latitude 46° in the mountainous south (the most southerly vineyards in the world) — regional diversity is dramatic, enabling a striking array of wine varieties and styles to flourish.

NEw ZEALAND pRODucINg vINEyARD AREAHEcTAREs, 2014*

ExpORT vOLumE AND sALEs

export sales - Value $NZ fOb*

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1.2 bILLION

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600

400

200

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11

2010

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20

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export VoluMe mILLIONs Of LITREs*

2009

2013

112.6

169.6^SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers Annual Report 2013

mARLbOROugH (22,903)

HAwKE’s bAy (4,816)

cENTRAL OTAgO (1,979)

gIsbORNE (1,602)

cANTERbuRy/

wAIpARA vALLEy (1,462)

NELsON (1,115)

wAIRARApA/wELLINgTON (997)

AucKLAND/NORTHLAND (416)

(NOT sHOwN)

wAIKATO/bAy Of pLENTy (23)


sauVignon Blanc

20,027ha*in 1973, as Marlborough’s first sauvignon blanc vines were being planted, no one could have predicted that their yields would attain superstar status within a couple of decades. the explosive flavours of new Zealand sauvignon blanc have dazzled wine critics throughout the world, setting the international benchmark for the style. Pungently aromatic, new Zealand sauvignon blanc assails the senses with green capsicum (bell-pepper) and gooseberry characters through lush passionfruit and tropical fruit overtones. other notes include freshcut grass, tomato stalks, melons or limes.

pinot noir

5,569ha*native to burgundy and notoriously fickle (it thrives only in the most optimal of environments), the Pinot noir grape has found in new Zealand a home away from home. new Zealand Pinot noir shows fine tannins and elegance with the added excitement of vibrant, intense fruit and secondary herbal, spice and game characters. the huge diversity in climates and soils in new Zealand enables a wide range of styles from the Pinot producing regions.

red Blends

1,976ha*syrah distinguished by its bright, spicy flavours and elegant texture, akin to elegant northern rhône style, new Zealand syrah is crammed full of plum and savoury black pepper flavours and sometimes even a hint of violets. Cabernet sauvignon/ Merlot blends by augmenting the structure and finesse of Cabernet sauvignon with the vibrant, ripe fruit of Merlot, winemakers in new Zealand’s warmer northerly regions are creating elegant, yet powerfully intense, red wine blends. these blends are notable for their purity of fruit expression and are known for being rich and well structured, showing characters of plum, blackcurrant and chocolate.

cHardonnay

3,211ha*the classic new Zealand Chardonnay is mouth-filling, with concentrated citrus & tropical fruit, balanced by crisp acidity & refined minerality. the warmer nZ regions typically yield full to medium bodied wines with round, rich flavours, whilst the cooler south island regions tend to produce medium to light bodied styles with greater acidity, minerality & fresh citrus flavours. as a wine, Chardonnay strongly reflects new Zealand’s unique terroir and the huge diversity within its regions.

KEy vARIETIEs (Planted heCtares, 2014)*

aroMatics

3,531ha*riesling the south island’s bright days, cool nights and long, dry autumns create the perfect climate for riesling. style ranges from bone dry to lushly sweet. Pinot gris grown throughout the country, new Zealand Pinot gris is more akin to alsace in style than the drier Pinot grigio, with notes of apple, pear, honeysuckle, spice and bread. gewürztraminer new Zealand gewürztraminer is extremely fragrant, with rose petals, lychee, cinnamon and ginger characters commonly seen.

*SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers’ Vineyard Register Report 2013


PartiCiPating Wines

bY VarietY


raCY, aroMatiC, diVerse. naturallY Vibrant With a ZestY aCiditY: the Wine

For asian Cuisine.

the south island’s bright days, cool nights and long, dry autumns create the perfect climate for riesling. styles range from bone dry to lushly sweet.

You will find stonefruit and spice characters from sunny nelson; lemon, lime and spice from Marlborough; and green apples and citrus from the cooler Waipara Valley and Central otago regions.

tYPiCal regional stYlesClimate is the major factor in the distinction of regional styles.

styles Wide range from bone dry to lush sweet.

typical aroMas/flaVours apple, citrus, lemon and tropical fruit when young, sometimes toasted honey with age.

soils stony, gravelly sites favoured to enhance minerality.

regionality stonefruit and spice in warmer nelson, lime/lemon and spice from Marlborough, and green apples and citrus from cooler Waipara Valley.

breakdoWn oF Plantings bY region 2014 pRODucINg HEcTAREs* mARLbOROugH (318)

cANTERbuRy/wAIpARA vALLEy (293)

cENTRAL OTAgO (86)

NELsON (44)

wAIRARApA/

wELLINgTON (32)

HAwKE’s bAy (8)

gIsbORNE (2)

wAIKATO/bAy

Of pLENTy (0.7)

exPorts oVer the Past 7 YearsmILLIONs Of LITREs*

200

8

2010

2011

2012

2014

2013

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*SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers’ Annual Report 2014

6 2.2% 0.5%total production (000 tonnes, 2014)*

proportion of nZ wine production (2013)^

proportion of nZ wine exported (2013)^

^SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers’ Vineyard Register Report 2013

riesling



2012 riesling rrpFramingham Classic riesling Marlborough 2012 alc. 12% Vol., rs 17 g/l aus$ 24.99

2010 rieslingProphet's rock dry riesling Pisa, otago 2010 alc. 12% Vol., rs 11.6 g/l aus$ 28.00

2005 rieslingFramingham dry riesling Marlborough 2005 alc. 12.5% Vol., rs 7.8 g/l aus$ 29.99

2014 noBle rieslingFramingham noble riesling Marlborough 2014 alc. 9.5% Vol., rs 195 g/l aus$ 39.99

otHer wHites

2014 grüner Veltliner babich Family estates headwaters organic grüner Veltliner Marlborough 2014 alc. 12.5% Vol., rs 1.1 g/l aus$ 27.00

2011 Viognier hans herzog estate Viognier Marlborough 2011 alc. 14.5% Vol., rs 1.5 g/l aus$ 45.00


Mouth-Filling, riCh, reFreshing.

an intense Pleasure, Whether reFreshinglY light or riChlY CoMPlex.

grown throughout the country, new Zealand Pinot gris is more akin to alsace in style than the drier Pinot grigio, with notes of apple, pear, honeysuckle, spice and bread.

the warmer north island climate tends to create ripe, fat, oily styles whilst the cooler south island produces tighter wines with great structure. Much new Zealand Pinot gris undergoes a small amount of barrel ageing, with wild yeasts and lees stirring for complexity.

Pinot gris

24 7% 2.0%total production (000 tonnes, 2014)*



tYPiCal regional stYlesClimate is the major factor in the distinction of regional styles.

styles Very versatile. Produces light bodied, fruit-driven wines as well as rich, mouth-filling wines.

cliMate grown throughout new Zealand. higher acids and more obvious aromatics in the cooler south island regions.

soils grown on range of soils, but favours clay-rich, low-vigour sites.

typical aroMas/flaVours apples, pears, honeysuckle, spice, breadcrust, through to riper stonefruit, apricot.

breakdoWn oF Plantings bY region 2014 pRODucINg HEcTAREs*

mARLbOROugH (954)

HAwKE’s bAy (449)

gIsbORNE (332)

cENTRAL OTAgO (228)

cANTERbuRy/

wAIpARA vALLEy (211)

NELsON (140)

wAIRARApA/

wELLINgTON (62)

AucKLAND/

NORTHLAND (34)

mILLIONs Of LITREs*

exPorts oVer the Past 6 Years


200

9

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

^SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers’ Vineyard Register Report 2013 *SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers’ Annual Report 2014


2014 pinot gris rrp

gladstone Vineyard 12,000 Miles Pinot gris Wairarapa 2014 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 3.6 g/l aus$ 23.00

Mud house Pinot gris south island 2014 alc. 14% Vol., rs 5.5 g/l aus$ 18.99

soho Jagger Pinot gris Marlborough 2014 alc. 13.0% Vol., rs 6.5 g/l aus$ 23.00

Villa Maria single Vineyard seddon Pinot gris Marlborough 2014 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 8.0 g/l aus$ 30.00

stoneleigh Pinot gris Marlborough 2014 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 9.3 g/l aus$ 19.99

spy Valley Pinot gris Marlborough 2014 alc. 14.5% Vol., rs 9.4 g/l aus$ 29.00

brancott estate Pinot gris Marlborough 2014 alc. 14% Vol., rs 10.2 g/l aus$ 17.99

brancott estate Flight Pinot gris Marlborough 2014 alc. 9% Vol., rs 16.6 g/l aus$ 17.99

2013 pinot grisMud house estate home block Pinot gris Waipara Valley, Canterbury 2013 alc. 14% Vol., rs 3.5 g/l aus$ 24.99

Mt difficulty Pinot gris bannockburn, otago 2013 alc. 14.0% Vol., rs 4.5 g/l aus$ 29.00

satyr by sileni estates Pinot gris hawke's bay 2013 alc. 12% Vol., rs 6.4 g/l aus$ 13.00

ara select blocks Pinot gris Waihopai Valley, Marlborough 2013 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 8 g/l aus$ 24.99

roaring Meg Pinot gris otago 2013 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 8.7 g/l aus$ 25.00

2011 pinot grisspy Valley envoy Pinot gris Waihopai Valley, Marlborough 2011 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 29 g/l aus$ 36.00


sauVignon blanC

unique, exuberant, intense.

the exPlosiVe Varietal that aWoke the World to neW Zealand Wine.

in 1973, as Marlborough’s first sauvignon blanc vines were being planted, no one could have predicted that this variety would attain superstar status within a couple of decades.

the explosive flavours of new Zealand sauvignon blanc have dazzled wine critics throughout the world, setting the international benchmark for the style. Pungently aromatic, new Zealand sauvignon blanc assails the senses with red capsicum (bell pepper) and gooseberry characters through lush passionfruit and tropical fruit overtones. other notes include fresh cut grass, tomato stalks, grapefruit or limes.

tYPiCal regional stYlesClimate is the major factor in the distinction of regional styles. nortHerly Warmer, milder growing conditions result in riper and richer styles, with melon, nectarine and other stonefruit flavours.

soutHerly longer, cooler growing conditions that promote stronger, more vibrant fruit flavours and higher acidity levels. the resulting wines are more pungent, and crisper, with passionfruit and other tropical fruit flavours, red pepper (capsicum) and gooseberry characters.


mARLbOROugH (17,731)

HAwKE’s bAy (938)

NELsON (529)

cANTERbuRy/wAIpARA

vALLEy (386)

wAIRARApA/

wELLINgTON (325)

gIsbORNE (49)

cENTRAL OTAgO (45)

AucKLAND/

NORTHLAND (22)


mILLIONs Of LITREs*

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20122011

2010

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2014 sauVignon Blanc rrplow alcoHolbrancott estate Flight sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2014 alc. 9% Vol., rs 7.8 g/l aus$ 17.99

wairarapasouthdoWn sauvignon blanc Wairarapa 2014 alc. 12.5% Vol., rs 3.8 g/l aus$ 19.99

MarlBorougHsatyr by sileni estates sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2014 alc. 12% Vol., rs 3.9 g/l aus$ 13.00

brancott estate sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2014 alc. 13% Vol., rs 3.8 g/l aus$ 17.99

soho White Collection sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2014 alc. 13.0% Vol., rs 2.7 g/l aus$ 18.00

Mud house sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2014 alc. 13% Vol., rs 3 g/l aus$ 18.99

golden Mile sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2014 alc. 12.5% Vol., rs 4.0 g/l aus$ 19.00

stoneleigh sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2014 alc. 13% Vol., rs 4.4 g/l aus$ 19.99

satyr by sileni estates reserve sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2014 alc. 13% Vol., rs 3.6 g/l aus$ 20.00

soho stella sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2014 alc. 13.0% Vol., rs 3.5 g/l aus$ 21.00

babich sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2014 alc. 13.0% Vol., rs 3.6 g/l aus$ 22.00

babich Family estates headwaters organic sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2014 alc. 13.0% Vol., rs 2.3 g/l aus$ 27.00


wairau Valley, MarlBorougH rrpFramingham sauvignon blanc Wairau Valley, Marlborough 2014 alc. 13% Vol., rs 3 g/l aus$ 19.99

spy Valley sauvignon blanc Wairau Valley, Marlborough 2014 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 0.7 g/l aus$ 21.00

hunter’s sauvignon blanc Wairau Valley, Marlborough 2014 alc. 13.0% Vol., rs 1.6 g/l aus$ 24.99

Villa Maria reserve Wairau sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2014 alc. 13.0% Vol., rs 3.0 g/l aus$ 30.00

waiHopai, MarlBorougHFour hawk day sauvignon blanc Waihopai, Marlborough 2014 alc. 12.5% Vol., rs 5.5 g/l aus$ 18.99

2013 sauVignon BlancHawke’s BayCape Crest sauvignon blanc hawke's bay 2013 alc. 14.0% Vol., rs 00.0 g/l aus$ 38.00

wairarapaMatahiwi estate sauvignon blanc Wairarapa 2013 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 3.4 g/l aus$ 21.99

MarlBorougHMud house sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2013 alc. 13% Vol., rs 2.7 g/l aus$ 18.99

Jackson estate stich sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2013 alc. 13.0% Vol., rs 3.5 g/l aus$ 21.00

Mud house estate Woolshed sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2013 alc. 13% Vol., rs 1.3 g/l aus$ 24.99

brancott estate letter series "b" sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2013 alc. 14% Vol., rs 2.5 g/l aus$ 27.99


waiHopai, MarlBorougH rrpCatalina sounds 'sound of White' sauvignon blanc Waihopai, Marlborough 2013

alc. 12.5% Vol., rs 0.5 g/l aus$ 25.00

central otagoMt difficulty sauvignon blanc bannockburn, otago 2013 alc. 14.5% Vol., rs 03.5 g/l aus$ 29.00

2012 sauVignon BlancMarlBorougHhans herzog estate sauvignon blanc Marlborough 2012 alc. 14% Vol., rs 6 g/l aus$ 50.00

waiHopai, MarlBorougHara select blocks sauvignon blanc Waihopai Valley, Marlborough 2012 alc. 12.5% Vol., rs 0.1 g/l aus$ 24.99

ara resolute sauvignon blanc Waihopai Valley, Marlborough 2012 alc. 13% Vol., rs 5 g/l aus$ 39.99


balanCed, Fruit-laden, ConCentrated. eVer-eVolVing, Yet eternallY

elegant With its balanCe oF MineralitY and Fruit.

elegant and fruit-driven, the classic new Zealand Chardonnay is mouth-filling, with concentrated citrus and tropical fruit. a crisp acidity balances the flavours, which are often perfectly rounded with oak.

its versatility makes Chardonnay a perfect canvas for viticulturists and winemakers eager to craft a masterpiece. a range of Chardonnays are produced in new Zealand from fruit-driven, unoaked styles to concentrated burgundian styles.

ChardonnaY

29 9.1% 2%total production (000 tonnes, 2014)^

proportion of nZ wine production (2013)*

proportion of nZ wine exported (2013)*

*SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers Vineyard Register Report 2013^SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers’ Annual Report 2014

tYPiCal regional stYlesClimate is the major factor in the distinction of regional styles. gisBorne & Hawke’s Bay Warmer climates typically yield full-medium bodied, round, rich flavours and soft-medium acidity.

soutHerly styles Marlborough and other cool-climate regions: typically medium to light bodied with greater acidity and minerality and fresh, citrus and savoury flavours.



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23

45

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mILLIONs Of LITREs* *SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers’ Annual Report 2014

20132009 2010 2011 2012 2014

mARLbOROugH (1,044)

HAwKE’s bAy (1024)

gIsbORNE (797)

cANTERbuRy/wAIpARA

vALLEy (90)

NELsON (88)


cENTRAL OTAgO (52)



2013 cHardonnay rrpHawke’s Baytrinity hill Chardonnay hawke's bay 2013 alc. 13.0% Vol., rs 0.9 g/l aus$ 20.00

satyr by sileni estates reserve Chardonnay hawke's bay 2013 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 3.5 g/l aus$ 23.00

te Mata estate Vineyards Chardonnay hawke's bay 2013 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 00.0 g/l aus$ 26.00

canterBurygreystone Chardonnay Waipara, Canterbury 2013 alc. 14.0% Vol., rs 0.0 g/l aus$ 40.00

2010 cHardonnayMarlBorougHVilla Maria single Vineyard taylors Pass Chardonnay Marlborough 2010 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 0 g/l aus$ 40.00

2014 roséMarlBorougHFour hawk day rosé Waihopai, Marlborough 2014 alc. 13% Vol., rs 5.6 g/l aus$ 19.99

spy Valley Pinot noir rosé Waihopai Valley, Marlborough 2014 alc. 13% Vol., rs 3.8 g/l aus$ 21.00


intense, exPressiVe, Fruit-driVen. old World struCture and eleganCe Meets

neW World PoWer and intensitY.

native to burgundy and notoriously fickle (it is world class only in cool-climate regions), the Pinot noir grape has found in new Zealand a home away from home.

our winemakers tease a tantalising array of distinctive regional and terroir-driven styles from the land. Common to all, however, are old World structure and elegance overlaying new World power and fruit-driven intensity.

36 16% 6%total production (000 tonnes, 2014)*



tYPiCal regional stYlesClimate is the major factor in the distinction of regional styles. wairarapa darker fruit aromas, often with a savoury component. rich, full, sweet fruit on the entry with flavours in the dark plum and chocolate spectrum. the structure of the wines are based around long, fine tannins.

nelson Fragrant, complex, earthy and savoury textured wines with rich, spicy, cherry and plum flavours. these wines are concentrated, balanced and supple with fine lingering tannin.

canterBury/waipara Valley red and dark berry fruit with spicy notes. Firm structure and acidity. savoury earthy characteristics.


mARLbOROugH (2,479)

cENTRAL OTAgO (1,522)


cANTERbuRy/

wAIpARA vALLEy (422)

HAwKE’s bAy (319)

NELsON (236)

gIsbORNE (51)

AucKLAND/

NORTHLAND (13)

wAIKATO/bAy

Of pLENTy (5)



Pinot noir

200

9

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

*SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers Vineyard Register Report 2013 ^SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers’ Annual Report 2014


2013 pinot noir rrpHawke’s Baysatyr by sileni estates Pinot noir hawke's bay 2013 alc. 12.5% Vol., rs 5.7 g/l aus$ 16.00

satyr by sileni estates reserve Pinot noir hawke's bay 2013 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 1.0 g/l aus$ 25.00

wairarapagladstone Vineyard 12,000 Miles Pinot noir Wairarapa 2013 alc. 13% Vol., rs 0.2 g/l aus$ 27.00

gladstone Vineyard Pinot noir Wairarapa 2013 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 0.2 g/l aus$ 35.00

Matahiwi estate “holly” Pinot noir Wairarapa 2013 alc. 14% Vol., rs 0 g/l aus$ 38.99

MarlBorougH brancott estate Pinot noir Marlborough 2013 alc. 13% Vol., rs 2.3 g/l aus$ 17.99

stoneleigh Pinot noir Marlborough 2013 alc. 13% Vol., rs 2.2 g/l aus$ 24.99

Framingham Pinot noir Marlborough 2013 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 0.0 g/l aus$ 29.99

soho havana Pinot noir Marlborough 2013 alc. 14.0% Vol., rs 0 g/l aus$ 33.00

central otago Mud house Pinot noir Central otago 2013 alc. 14% Vol., rs 0.6 g/l aus$ 24.99

Mud house single Vineyard 'Claim 431' Pinot noir Central otago 2013 alc. 14% Vol., rs 0 g/l aus$ 29.99

roaring Meg Pinot noir Central otago 2013 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 00.0 g/l aus$ 35.00


2012 pinot noir rrp

MarlBorougHhunter's Pinot noir Wairau Valley, Marlborough 2012 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 1.2 g/l aus$ 28.99

spy Valley Pinot noir southern Valleys, Marlborough 2012 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 2.0 g/l aus$ 33.00

Jackson estate Vintage Widow Pinot noir Marlborough 2012 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 0 g/l aus$ 36.00

ara select blocks Pinot noir Waihopai Valley, Marlborough 2012 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 0.2 g/l aus$ 39.99

spy Valley enVoY Johnson Vineyard Pinot noir Waihopai Valley, Marlborough 2012

alc. 14% Vol., rs 2.0 g/l aus$ 45.00

ara resolute Pinot noir Waihopai, Marlborough 2012 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 0.1 g/l aus$ 49.99

canterBurygreystone Pinot noir Waipara, Canterbury 2012 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 0.0 g/l aus$ 40.00

central otagograsshopper rock Pinot noir Central otago 2012 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 0 g/l aus$ 42.00

Mt difficulty Pinot noir bannockburn, otago 2012 alc. 14.0% Vol., rs 00.0 g/l aus$ 50.00

2011 pinot noircentral otagoMt difficulty long gully Pinot noir bannockburn, otago 2011 alc. 14.0% Vol., rs 00.0 g/l aus$ 100.00


2010 pinot noir rrpMarlBorougHhans herzog estate Pinot noir Marlborough 2010 alc. 14% Vol., rs 0.9 g/l aus$ 65.00

Villa Maria single Vineyard southern Clays Pinot noir Marlborough 2010 alc. 14.0% Vol., rs 0.0 g/l aus$ 70.00

central otagoProphet's rock Pinot noir bendigo, otago 2010 alc. 14% Vol., rs 0 g/l aus$ 45.00

2009 pinot noircanterBuryFancrest estate Pinot noir Waipara Valley, Canterbury 2009 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 0.0 g/l aus$ 57.00


CoMPlex, PoWerFul, aPProaChable. Cabernet sauVignon’s struCture and

Finesse Meets Merlot’s Vibrant Fruit exPression.

by augmenting the structure and finesse of Cabernet sauvignon with the vibrant, ripe fruit of Merlot, winemakers in new Zealand’s warmer northerly regions are creating elegant, yet powerfully intense, red wine blends. increasingly Merlot domininant and notable for their purity of fruit expression, these blends are exciting and approachable when enjoyed young, but are also worth holding onto as they acquire complexity with age.

12 4.5% 1.0%total production (000 tonnes, 2014)*



^SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers’ Vineyard Register Report 2013

breakdoWn oF Plantings bY region 2014pRODucINg HEcTAREs*

caBernet sauVignon HAwKE’s bAy (254)


wAIpARA vALLEy/cANTERbuRy (6)

NELsON (2)

wAIRARApA/wELLINgTON (1)(NOT sHOwN)

cENTRAL OTAgO (0.4)

gIsbORNE (0.4)

mARLbOROugH (0.4)

wAIKATO/bAy Of pLENTy (0.3)

Merlot HAwKE’s bAy (1,065)

gIsbORNE (84)


mARLbOROugH (33)

NELsON (9)

wAIpARA vALLEy/cANTERbuRy (7)

wAIRARApA/wELLINgTON (5)(NOT sHOwN)

wAIKATO/bAy Of pLENTy (1.1)

cENTRAL OTAgO (0.6)


200

8

200

9

2010

20

12

20

11

20

13

01

23

4



20

14

Merlot, Cabernet sauVignon blends


2013 Merlot rrpthe trinity Merlot hawke's bay 2013 alc. 13.0% Vol., rs 0.2 g/l aus$ 22.00

satyr by sileni estates reserve Merlot hawke's bay 2013 alc. 14% Vol., rs 1.0 g/l aus$ 25.00

2014 otHer redte Mata estate gamay noir estate Vineyards hawke's bay 2014 alc. 13.0% Vol., rs 00.0 g/l aus$ 24.00


CoMPlex, sPiCY, suPPle.

distinguished by its bright, spicy flavours and elegant texture, akin to elegant northern rhône style. You’ll instantly appreciate the intense varietal distinctiveness of new Zealand syrah, crammed full of plum and savoury black pepper flavours and sometimes even a hint of violets.

2 1.2% 0.1%total production (000 tonnes, 2013)

proportion of nZ wine production (2013)

proportion of nZ wine exported (2013)

SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers’ Vineyard Register Report 2013

tYPiCal regional stYlesClimate is the major factor in the distinction of regional styles. cliMate Predominantly grown in the warmer regions of auckland/northland and hawke’s bay which benefit from extended heat accumulation due to lower diurnal temperature variation.

soils Whilst auckland has primarily clay-rich soils, hawke’s bay has a huge diversity of soils with river terraces comprising of volcanic loess, alluvial silts and deep river gravels.


HAwKE's bAy (321)

AucKLAND/

NORTHLAND (55)

mARLbOROugH (11)

cANTERbuRy/

wAIpARA vALLEy (9)

wAIRARApA/

wELLINgTON (9)

NELsON (6)

gIsbORNE (5)

cENTRAL OTAgO (3)


*SOURCE: New Zealand Winegrowers’ Annual report 2014

sYrah

200

9

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014


2013 syraH rrptrinity hill syrah hawke's bay 2013 alc. 12.5% Vol., rs 2.3 g/l aus$ 22.00

elephant hill syrah hawke's bay 2013 alc. 13.5% Vol., rs 00.0 g/l aus$ 35.00

2012 syraH te Mata estate bullnose syrah hawke's bay 2012 alc. 13.0% Vol., rs 00.0 g/l aus$ 53.00

2010 syraHVilla Maria reserve gimblett gravels syrah hawke's bay 2010 alc. 14.5% Vol., rs 0.0 g/l aus$ 70.00


PartiCiPating Wineries


ara winesara is a family owned new Zealand company led by passionate people with a focus for delivering a new Marlborough wine experience. Made with grapes from one place, our place, ara single estate wines fuse the time-honoured art of winemaking with fresh ideas to amplify the natural qualities of our remarkable Marlborough location. all ara’s fruit comes from a single, sustainably managed vineyard – one estate – where ancient glacial soils and low yields give our wines depth- delivering pure fruit expression with texture, elegance and intensity. the result is an intriguing Marlborough experience

winery contact detailsMatthew adamslevel 28, 188 quay st, auckland, 1143

+64 9 306 8684 +64 21 976 750 [email protected] www.arawines.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsrob hassan robert oatley Vineyards level 3, 100 Pacific highway, st leonards, nsW, 2065

+61294333225 +61 437 400 552

BaBicH winesstylish, finely blended wines of a consistently outstanding quality are synonymous with babich Wines. one of new Zealand’s largest family-owned wine companies, babich Wines was established in 1916 and has evolved as a major producer, now exporting to numerous markets around the world.trophy Winner: "neW Zealand Wine ProduCer oF the Year 2013" - China Wine & spirits awards best Value 2013

winery contact detailsJohn lang15 babich road, henderson Valley, Waitakere, auckland

+64 9 833 7859 [email protected] www.babichwines.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsbob hill domaine Wine shippers nsW unit F28 16 Mars road, lane Cove, sydney, nsW, 2066

+61 2 94275222 [email protected]


catalina soundsbased at our sound of White vineyard in Marlborough's Waihopai Valley, Catalina sounds pays homage to new Zealand's famous and largest warbird, the Catalina, which played a critical role during and after World War ll. at Catalina sounds we draw inspiration for our wines from these graceful, unique flying boats and the respect they garner throughout the world. our philosophy is focused upon creating wines of great honesty and purity whilst also incorporating subtle texture and complexity. Catalina sounds the number one selling premium* nZ still wine brand in australia. *over $20 retail price point - Aztec Australia 2014

winery contact detailslisa ellis66 seymour street, blenheim

+64 3 579 6148 +64 21 300 872 [email protected] www.catalinasounds.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsred+Whitesuite 302, 12 Waters road, neutral bay, sydney, nsW, 2089

1300 780 074 [email protected]

elepHant Hill elephant hill is a stunning and innovative winery estate located on the idyllic te awanga coast in hawke’s bay, new Zealand. We are a family owned, boutique producer of super-premium wines with three vineyards in the renowned sub-regions of hawke’s bay, the coastal te awanga and the inland gimblett gravels and bridge Pa triangle. at elephant hill we believe that great wines are hand-made wines where meticulous attention to detail will result in the highest quality wine. all our grapes are 100% hand-picked, hand sorted and vinified in small batches – an absolute commitment to quality.

winery contact detailsVince labat86 Clifton road, te awanga, hastings, hawke’s bay

+64 6 873 0400 elephanthill [email protected] www.elephanthill.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailslinda holmes Zenith Wine agencies 34 James Craig road, rozelle, sydney, nsW, 2039



fancrest estateFancrest estate specializes in producing biogro certified Pinot noir on their frost-free, north-facing alluvial fan in the “cool climate” wine region of Waipara, new Zealand. owners, ian and diane holding are proud to be real artisan winemakers: hands-on at every step of the process. di manges their 14ha estate as an ecological unit. soils range from black rendzina over glauconitic and argillaceous limestones, to glauconitic sandstone clays. a series of remarkable geological accidents over millennia seem to have conspired to create the perfect site for producing beautifully structured, elegant Pinot noirs.

winery contact detailsdiane holding696 omihi road, rd3, amberley, 7483, Canterbury

+64 3 314 6010 +64 21 620 862 [email protected] www.fancrest.com @fancrest fancrest

agent/distriButor contact detailsPatrick hopkinson x Wine & Z Po box 223, Westgate, nsW, 2048

+61 2 95183732 +61 41 31787147 [email protected]

four Hawk day wines —landon-lane/Janssen faMily Vineyard

our family have been growing grapes in the Waihopai Valley for 20 years. our daughter also painted the picture that inspired the Four hawk day label. When the kids were young they would play ‘hawk spotting’ on the ride to ‘kindy’. seeing two or three was pretty special, but on the rare occasion when they saw four hawks, it was the best day possible. hence the name. We hope our customers have the best day possible when they drink our wine. We specialise in supplying cafes and restaurants. all our wines are very approachable and our rosé is simply sublime.

winery contact detailsJo Janssen294 tyntesfield road, rd6, blenheim, 7276, Marlborough

+64 3 572 4023 +64 21 041 4368 [email protected] www.fourhawkday.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsseeking distribution in this market.


fraMingHaM winesat our boutique winery in the Wairau Valley, we craft expressive, individual small batch wines with new world purity and old world complexity. our range currently comprises sauvignon blanc, riesling (in 4 styles), Pinot gris, Viognier, gewürztraminer, Chardonnay, Pinot noir and Montepulciano.

winery contact detailstom trolovePo box 37, renwick, Marlborough

+64 3 572 8884 +64 21 955 668 [email protected] www.framingham.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsJames Johnson World Wine estates 18 kiparra street, West Pymble, sydney, nsW, 2074


georges MicHel wine estategeorges Michel was already heartedly enamoured by wine when he and his family decided to move to new Zealand and establish georges Michel Wine estate in 1997. situated on the 'golden Mile' which denotes the central route of the rapaura area, renowned for the production of the best flavoured fruit of the Marlborough wine region, the vineyards produce sauvignon blanc, semillon, Chardonnay, Pinot noir, syrah and Viognier. since 2005 georges' daughter, swan (b. V & o. lincoln, nZ), has headed the winemaking team. our aim is to bring to the market wines of which we are proud to bear our name.

winery contact detailsheidi bulfinVintage lane, rd 3, blenheim, Marlborough

+64 3 572 7230 +64 21 544 576 [email protected] www.georgesmichel.co.nz georgesMichelWe



gladstone Vineyardlocated in the heart of the Wairarapa, gladstone Vineyard is a small family wine business nestled in the heart of premium new Zealand wine country. enriched by the land, crafted by hand, we practise intelligent wine growing. as caretakers of this unique terroir we are committed to growing our vines and producing our wines in a thoughtful, sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. our principal varieties are the internationally acclaimed Pinot noir, sauvignon blanc and Pinot gris. elegant and food friendly, with great aging potential, gladstone Vineyard wines display balance, texture and a unique minerality.

winery contact detailsChristine kernohan340 gladstone rd, rd 2, Carterton, 5792, Wellington

+64 6 379 8563 +64 21 509 100 [email protected] www.gladstonevineyard.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsJames Johnston World Wine estates Po box 149, rosebery, sydney, nsW, 1445


grassHopper rocka single vineyard wine producer dedicated exclusively to Pinot noir. grasshopper rock was established in 2003 and is one of the world’s southern most vineyards. in establishing the vineyard, we searched for land that would provide the best conditions for consistently producing a refined and elegant style of Central otago Pinot noir. the vineyard is situated on earnscleugh road, across the Clutha river from alexandra. high sunshine hours by day and very cool temperatures by night, slows ripening and adds complexity. Production is limited to 4000 doz bottles and is distributed in australia by samuel smith & son.

winery contact detailsPhil handford, Po box 19385, hamilton 3244, new Zealand

+64 21 853 908 [email protected] www.grasshopperrock.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailssamuel smith and son

www.samsmith.com


greystone wine group incl Muddy watergreystone Wines was established in 2004 in the Waipara Valley and is managed by nick gill as viticulturalist and dom Maxwell as winemaker. We grow, vinify and bottle all our wine on site from our own vineyards. in 2010 the acclaimed neighbouring organic vineyard Muddy Water became part of the group and is still a standalone brand. both vineyards specialise in Pinot noir and Chardonnay off the unique omihi limestone soils. in addition there is riesling, Pinot gris, sauvignon blanc and Pinotage planted in the nearly 200 hectares that make up the entire site.

winery contact detailsnik Mavromatis376 omihi road, Waipara, north Canterbury, Canterbury

+64 3 314 6100 +64 21 839 519 [email protected] www.greystonewines.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsthe Wine Fixlevel 1, 145 toorak road, south Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, ViC, 3141


Procure liquor ltdP o box 10009, Mt eden, auckland, 1446

+64 9 376 9385 [email protected]


Hans HerZog estate / Hans faMily estateas the name suggests, hans herzog’s roots lie in switzerland where the family has grown wine since 1630. since moving to Marlborough and planting his 12 hectare vineyard bordering the Wairau river in the mid-90’s, hans adopted an experimentalist stance, cultivating an eclectic array of varieties. the organically-managed vineyard benefits from a warm, dry microclimate and hans ferments at cool temperatures using wild yeasts, the white wines barrel-fermented in puncheons, the reds aged for 12-30 months in French oak, creating wines rich in varietal character. the boutique estate is widely acclaimed as one of the best in new Zealand.

winery contact detailstherese & hans herzog81 Jeffries road, rd 3, blenheim, Marlborough

+64 3 572 8770 [email protected] www.herzog.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsMatthew quirk quality estate distributors Po box 7447, bondi beach, sydney, nsW, 2026

1800 637 776 +61 4 18103110 [email protected]


Hunter's wines (nZ) ltdtwenty four years have passed since iconic Marlborough producer hunter’s Wines overcame huge odds to win the sunday times Wine Fair (uk) “Wine of the show”. after a lifetime in the wine industry, Jane hunter has amassed an impressive set of accolades including an o.b.e., an honorary doctorate of science, a Companion of the new Zealand order of Merit and the inaugural international Women in Wine trophy. hunter’s classically styled, elegant wines continue to accumulate awards and credibility thanks to the dedication of Chief Winemaker gary duke and Marketing/export Manager Peter Macdonald.

winery contact detailsJeremy adsett603 rapaura road, springlands, blenheim, Marlborough

+64 3 572 8489 [email protected] www.hunters.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsMarcus newton the Wine Company


lidwine Morenothe Wine Company



Jackson estate ltdJackson estate embodies the very best of Marlborough new Zealand. Jackson estate is a special place, a testament to the vision and determination of the stichbury and Jackson families who have farmed the land on the Wairau river plain at Jacksons road for more than 160 years. since planting our pioneering vineyards three decades ago the unparalleled affinity between the Marlborough region and fine winemaking has been spectacularly realised. We aim to handcraft wines of elegance, finesse and longevity, which express the individual varietal characters and unique flavours of our Marlborough Vineyards

winery contact detailsJeff hartthe Cottage, 107 Jacksons road, rd2, renwick, Marlborough

+64 3 572 9500 +64 21 876 373 [email protected] www.jacksonestate.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsdavid Pike burge & rathbone 6a reserve st, annandale, sydney, nsW, 2038

1300 853 544 +61 4 48330243 [email protected]

MataHiwi estateMatahiwi estate’s first vines were planted in 1999 by alastair scott. three years later he founded this family-owned winery. With 75 hectares of vineyard surrounding the winery, Matahiwi estate pioneered one of the largest vineyard areas in Wairarapa. two thirds are planted in Pinot noir and the balance in sauvignon blanc and Pinot gris

winery contact detailsFleur nicol286 Paierau road, rd1, Masterton, 5811, Wellington

+64 6 370 1000 +64 27 888 100 [email protected] www.matahiwi.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsrobert atkins affinity Wines, nsW



Mt difficulty wines established in 1992, Mt difficulty Wines' vineyards are amongst the founding vines in bannockburn, the 1er sub-region of Central otago. this region of extremes is ideally suited to creating unique wines that speak strongly of place. Mt difficulty’s philosophy of minimal winemaking intervention to craft wines that complement food has resulted in an enviable reputation around the world.

winery contact detailsMichael herrickFelton road, rd 2, Cromwell, 9384, Central otago

+64 3 445 3445 +64 21 481 196 [email protected] www.mtdifficulty.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsstuart barlow Fine Wine Partners nsW 5 Murray rose avenue, sydney olympic Park, nsW, 2127

+61 2 81204769 +61 4 10448752 [email protected]

Mud House winesMud house produce award winning wines from new Zealand's best grape growing soils. We offer sauvignon blanc from Marlborough, Pinot noir from Central otago and aromatics from the Waipara Valley. our focus on the earth is reflected in our name, and our commitment to nurturing our vineyards means our grapes reach optimum ripeness, varietal character and flavour. these grapes become premium wines through a combination of innovative technology, and the individual passion and artisan skill of our winemakers.

winery contact detailsJack glover30 Maxwell road, blenheim, Marlborough

+64 3 520 6011 [email protected] www.mudhouse.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsdana rodrigues accolade Wines l2 40 lord st , botany, nsW, 2019

[email protected]


pernod ricard wineMakers nZat the forefront of the new Zealand wine industry, Pernod ricard Winemakers new Zealand represents many of the country's most enjoyed wine brands, including brancott estate, stoneleigh and Church road - both in new Zealand and around the world.

winery contact detailsJim robertsonPernod ricard Winemakers new Zealand, 4 Viaduct harbour avenue, auckland, 1148, auckland

+64 9 336 8364 +64 21 968 312 [email protected] www.pernod-ricard-nz.com

agent/distriButor contact detailsCustomer service Pernod ricard australia 16 byfield street, north ryde, sydney, nsW, 2113


propHets rock wines ltd at Prophet's rock we use traditional methods to make wines that give voice to the vineyards they come from. located in the bendigo sub-region of Central otago, we grow low yielding fruit with exceptional concentration and flavour to showcase the unique identify of our estate vineyards.our wines are 100% estate grown producing two varieties of Pinot noir & Pinot gris & one riesling. Paul Pujol our winemaker is heavily influenced by his time in France - languedoc, sancerre, burgundy & 3 years in alsace giving a unique flair to our wines.

winery contact detailsPaul PujolP o box 866, Wanaka, Central otago

+64 3 443 8217 +64 21 669 044 [email protected] www.prophetsrock.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsnick butler - director Cogito Wines level 1, 17 - 19 alberta street, sydney, nsW, 2000

+61 2 94209222 +61 4 58672643 [email protected]

Cathleen Curren secret barrel Wines



sileni estates ltdsileni estates winery is based in hawke’s bay on the east coast of the north island of new Zealand. established in 1997 by the avery and edmonds families, sileni estates is named after the sileni who featured in roman mythology alongside bacchus, the god of wine. they celebrated good wine, good food and good company. sileni consistently produces ultra-premium quality, fruit forward and food friendly wines of world excellence. sileni estates wines are now available in over 70 countries worldwide and continue to achieve worldwide recognition for their wines. sileni estates are sustainable Winegrowing new Zealand accreditied and iso14001 environmental Management system certified.

winery contact detailsPip austinstortford lodge, hastings, 4153, hawke’s bay

+64 6 879 8768 sileni_estates [email protected] www.sileni.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsannette hardie the Winefix level 1, 145 toorak road, south Yarra, Victoria, 3141


soHo wine co ltdsoho creates 5 star, gold medal wines using family owned vineyards from 3 of the best nZ wine regions & combine these with 3 specialist winemakers who individually give each wine its own distinctive premium style & personality. “i wanted to create a wine company that was sexy, fun, quality focused & reflected the social network associated with wine – a name that embodies this is soho. it’s often the situation & company in which you are drinking wine that makes it more special & this ‘environment’ is the essence of the brand soho” - rachael Carter - Founder

winery contact detailsPip Patterson81 shelly beach road, herne bay, auckland

+64 9 360 5443 +64 21 738 794 [email protected] www.sohowineco.com



soutHdown estate ltd southdown estate is a family owned single vineyard producing low yielding sauvignon blanc grapes from 46 hectares located on the sloping downs 6 kilometres south east of the Martinborough township, the property is accredited as a member of sustainable Winegrowing nZ. southdown grapes have been blended into wines made by a number of top wineries from the Martinborough region over the past 8 years, an area which is well renowned for making quality wines. the sutherland's have made their own sauvignon blanc wine this year and are looking to sell this as a bulk or bottled branded product.

winery contact detailsandrew & elaine sutherland237 Fraters road, rd1, Martinborough, 5781, Wellington

+64 6 306 9400 +64 27 448 3813 [email protected] southdown.co.nz


spy Valley wines the brand name 'spy Valley' is derived from the presence of a satellite communications monitoring station in Marlborough's Waihopai Valley - a spy base. nine varieties of grapes are grown over 400 acres to produce premium fruit for spy Valley Wines. unlike the world of espionage, spy Valley's wine has demanded global attention, where the wine has been called "impossible to ignore" and the company "among the planet's 20 most notable new producers."

winery contact detailsnicola Clark37 lake timara road, rd 6, blenheim, Marlborough

+64 3 572 9840 [email protected] www.spyvalleywine.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsJo newtonbacchus Wine Merchant, the Finishing hall, 74 edinburgh rd, Marickville, sydney, nsW, 2204

1300 309 773 +61 4 16116331 [email protected]


te Mata estate winery ltdestablished in 1896, te Mata estate is new Zealand's oldest winery and remains family owned, producing internationally recognised wines exclusively from its hawke's bay vineyards.

winery contact detailsPeter Cowley349 te Mata road, havelock north, hawke’s bay

+64 6 877 4399 +64 21 774 399 [email protected] www.temata.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsred + white samantha isherwood - national Marketing Managersuite 302, 12 Waters rd , neutral bay, new south Wales, 2089

+61 3 84138333 +61 4 14388051 [email protected]

trinity Hill ltdtrinity hill was "conceived" in 1987 with a decision to produce great wine in new Zealand with emphasis on red wine styles based on Merlot, Cabernet sauvignon and syrah. in 1994 the first vineyards were planted on the gimblett gravels. We also have vineyards in the cooler Central and southern hawke’s bay focusing on sauvignon blanc, Pinot noir and Chardonnay. trinity hill’s wine making philosophy is geared towards wines that are drinkable and food friendly. our goal is to produce distinct wines of elegance and power that reflect the character of the vineyard where the fruit is sourced.

winery contact detailsMichael henley2396 state highway 50, rd 5, hastings, 4175, hawke’s bay

+64 6 879 7778 +64 21 664 239 [email protected] www.trinityhill.com trinityhillwine

agent/distriButor contact detailsnick butler Cogito WinesCasama group Pty ltd, suite 302/12 Waters road, neutral bay, nsW, 2089



Villa Maria, new Zealanda leader in sustainability, innovation and quality,Villa Maria is recognised as an icon in the nZ wine industry.truly exceptional wine made by passionate people encapsulates Villa Maria’s success story. For more than 50 years Villa Maria has created approachable food and friendly wines of premium quality from nZ's winegrowing regions. Proudly nZ and family owned Villa Maria has a genuine desire to operate in a way that ensures resources are protected for future generations. an innovative culture and fearless pursuit of excellence is the reason Villa Maria’s wines are sought after in more than 60 countries worldwide.

winery contact detailsMary Winstone118 Montgomerie road, Mangere, Manukau, auckland

+64 9 255 0660 [email protected] www.villamaria.co.nz

agent/distriButor contact detailsJason quinn Fine Wine Partners nsW 5 Murray rose avenue, olympic Park, sydney, nsW, 2127

+61 2 81204000 +61 4 38407681 [email protected]


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