Talented winemaker Simon Nunns has a well-honed sense of humour. Nothing funny here though – this is seriously superb. No surprise, really, that it took gold at the Air New Zealand Wine Awards. Everything you’d look for in a Riesling: green apple, Myer lemon, a hint of white fl owers, all dusted with a delicate chalky nuance. The palate fl ows beautifully, with just the right amount of acidity to hold the succulent fruit together. Coopers Creek always did (and still do) have the know-how to produce a classicly elegant Riesling with the ability to age gracefully.

$14.99 CASE OF 12 $13.99 A BOTTLE

COOPERS CREEKMARLBOROUGH RIESLING 2009 11530

Although not quite up to the halcyon heights of the last one, it has been quite a decent summer so far, an ideal time to get out with the family and enjoy a barbeque or two. A month or so more of this fi ne weather to go, I’m hoping, so bring it on!

Our March wineletter is packed with loads of interesting stuff. Our featured Titanic Trio – Marlborough’s Isabel Vineyard, Jackson Estate and Lake Chalice – can all point to longstanding reputations for pioneering excellence within our primary wine producing region.

Just in time for St Patrick’s Day we usher in a brand-new Irish cider and an Irish whisky. It’s also time for the always-anticipated Penfolds Bin release, and they have, this year, something new to talk about. You’ll fi nd inside, too, Waipara Hills’ latest Equinox releases, plus our splendid collection from Burgundy; and by the way, I recently purchased a very special barrel of Tennessee whiskey while in the States!

And so we arrive at an introduction to our function spaces and catering services: The Dida’s Jervois Rd team have ramped up the catering recently, and for those in the know, we have a fantastic catering menu that includes everything from cheese platters to antipasto selections to crafted canapés, all available for your next dinner party at home, in the offi ce, on the boat or wherever. The Dida’s team also provide the catering for a selection of function spaces at Glengarry Victoria Park; whether your event is for 10 or for 200, we have a space to suit. Check out our website and the video on it for more details.

Jak Jakicevich

Sales enquiries: freephone 0800 733 505 freefax 0800 106 162 email sales@glengarry.co.nz

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A MONTHLY SELECTION OF DELICIOUS, DEPENDABLE REDS AND WHITESWHERE THE PALATE, NOT THE PRICE TAG, PACKS A PUNCH

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CASE OF 12 $8.99 A BOTTLE

$9.99 12577

DUSKY SOUNDSMARLBOROUGH SAUVIGNON BLANC 2013

CASE OF 12 $15.99 A BOTTLE

$16.99 11473

DUCK HUNTERMARLBOROUGH PINOT GRIS 2013

CASE OF 12 $14.99 A BOTTLE

$15.99 44438

CHÂTEAU SAINT-ROMANSBORDEAUX 2010

CASE OF 12 $16.99 A BOTTLE

$17.99 11408

BROOKFIELDS BACK BLOCKHAWKES BAY SYRAH 2013

CASE OF 12 $18.99 A BOTTLE

$19.99 10601

JULES TAYLORMARLBOROUGH SAUVIGNON BLANC 2013

CASE OF 12 $22.49 A BOTTLE

Nothing short of a Central Otago fruit bowl, this is highly seductive and wonderfully affordable; Akarua’s drink-now model is extremely user-friendly, notes of cherry, violet and rosewater wafting in its wake as it travels the Silk Road with its bundle of spice. When you’re looking for a price-friendly Pinot to quaff that ticks all the boxes, you really can’t go past this.

$22.99 18770

CASE OF 12 $15.99 A BOTTLE

When you can get a wine like this, hand-picked, whole bunch pressed and with a barrel matura-tion component, all for less than a round at the Viaduct, you have to love the whole second-tier concept, dontcha? Slightly fl oral, ripe and rich with a creamy butteriness normally reserved for those with ‘reserve’ on the label, this is a superb introduction to the genius that is Craggy Range.

$16.99 11335

RUACENTRAL OTAGO PINOT NOIR 2013

WILD ROCK PANIAHAWKES BAY CHARDONNAY 2011

CASE OF 6 $13.99 A BOTTLE

Australian winemaker Tim Adams created the Mr Mick range in tribute to his vinous mentor and Clare Valley pioneer, K. H. ‘Mr Mick’ Knappstein. The wines are fruit-forward and friendly, and this smart little rosé is no exception, popping with raspberry and strawberry notes overlaid with hints of lychee and white peach. Stick a bottle on the table outside when you’re going Asian.

$14.99 23401

MR MICKCLARE VALLEY ROSÉ 2013

CASE OF 12 $13.99 A BOTTLE

$14.99 14534

MILLS REEFHAWKES BAY MERLOT CABERNET 2012

CASE OF 12 $13.99 A BOTTLE

$14.99 11528

COOPERS CREEKGISBORNE CHARDONNAY 2010

The Bin 2 is a blend of fruit off warmer vineyard sites from four different regions. Classic Shiraz attributes of plum and pepper are enriched by spicy-savoury Mourvèdre characters, with the bold and generous palate delivering ripe fl avours overlaid with liquorice notes.

CASE OF 6 $64.00 A BOTTLE

First released in 2010, the Bin 150 is produced in limited quantities from vineyards in the Barossa’s Marananga region. Juniper berry characters and black fruits mingle with notes of coffee and spicy oak. Balanced and elegant, with well-defi ned fruit, touches of chocolate and ripe tannins.

$69.99 25490

PENFOLDS BIN 150MARANANGA SHIRAZ 2011

CASE OF 6 $24.00 A BOTTLE

$24.99 25440

PENFOLDS BIN 2SHIRAZ MOURVÈDRE 2012

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PENFOLDSCELEBRATING 170 YEARS OF HISTORY

March heralds the release of Penfolds’ iconic Bin range. This year they also celebrate 170 years since Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold planted the fi rst vines at Magill. Today, Penfolds are lauded the world over for the quality and consistency of their wines. Former Chief Winemaker Max Schubert pioneered the innovative concept of multi-regional blending to create the legendary Grange, arguably Australia’s greatest red. This process gave birth to the Bin Series; a multi-regional and skilfully blended range using the best fruit from the fi nest vineyards to maintain a consistent, high-quality ‘house style’ for each category. The Penfolds Bin portfolio includes some of Australia’s most celebrated and highly sought-after wines.

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For sheer quality and value the 389 is hard to beat, a dark, dense, glossy red with sumptuous conga lines of cherries, berries and plums insinuating themselves between the wafting notes of mocha and tobacco. Lush, expansive, it oozes ripe fruit, with hints of anise and coffee weaving around a core of supple tannins. Cellar some!

$69.99 25430

PENFOLDS BIN 389CABERNET SHIRAZ 2011

25466 PENFOLDS THOMAS HYLAND CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2010 $16.9925479 PENFOLDS THOMAS HYLAND SHIRAZ 2011 $16.9925468 PENFOLDS THOMAS HYLAND CHARDONNAY 2012 $16.9925489 PENFOLDS BIN 28 KALIMNA SHIRAZ 2011 $32.9925402 PENFOLDS BIN 128 COONAWARRA SHIRAZ 2012 $32.9925403 PENFOLDS BIN 138 SHIRAZ GRENACHE MATARO 2012 $32.9925439 PENFOLDS BIN 407 CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2011 $69.99

CASE OF 6 $24.00 A BOTTLE

This full bodied and beautifully textured South Australian Cabernet Sauvignon from the excellent 2012 vintage confi dently stakes out its position between the Thomas Hyland and the Bin 407. With a bouquet of blackcurrant, cassis and olive notes backed by cedary oak nuances, it is an expertly crafted wine with sustained savoury fruit fl avours elevated by spicy oak and fi rm tannins.

$24.99 25441

PENFOLDS BIN 9CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2012

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$14.99 54525

HENKELLTROCKEN SPARKLING WINE NV

$9.99 85019

FREIXENETEXTRA CAVA NV

$16.99 43010

SAINT-MEYLANDMÉTHODE TRADITIONNELLE NV

$39.99 43501

DRAPPIERCARTE D’OR BRUT NV

$22.99 12145

DANIEL LE BRUNMÉTHODE TRADITIONNELLE NV

CASE OF 6 $65.00 A BOTTLE

$69.99 49810

VEUVE CLICQUOTBRUT NV

CLOUDY BAYSPARKLING MARLBOROUGH PRODUCERS

It doesn’t get much more Marlborough than Cloudy Bay; with their wines adored the world over, these guys are still running hot, and they carve out a path of excellence that continues to set the benchmark. Cloudy’s sparkling tiara is the mighty Pelorus, which throws down its own gauntlet for quality and consistency. The rosé is a welcome addition, and the 2009 vintage lives up to expectations.

$69.99 43571

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CLOUDY BAY12122 PELORUS NV

$29.99 One of our fi nest sparkling wines, and it has been consistently so for two decades, give or take. Glittering gold in the glass, dusted with fl orals, the refreshing fruit echoes with toasty touches as it reclines upon a divan of creamy, heady richness.

12121 PELORUS ROSÉ NV

$32.99 Like its stable-mates, this is a beautifully crafted wine. The nose displays spice-edged aromas of soft summer fruits, with a hint of toast in the background. A versatile, silky-smooth sparkling rosé that fi nishes on a fresh, elegant note.

12125 PELORUS VINTAGE 2009

$36.99 Can it get any better? It certainly can. The last vintage that graced our shelves was the 2007 (the 2008 was magnifi cent but scarce, so it didn’t hang around). Despite an initial delicate approach, this is broad and rich and skilfully crafted. Mightily complex and superbly textural, it boasts impressive length.

10473 DR RENWICK MARLBOROUGH CHARDONNAY 2009 $14.9910543 DR RENWICK MARLBOROUGH PINOT GRIS 2013 $14.9910497 DR RENWICK MARLBOROUGH ROSÉ $14.9910876 ISABEL VINEYARD MARLBOROUGH PINOT NOIR 2011 $32.99

This vino successfully stands its ground against Pinots that sell for a great deal more. In the glass it’s soft and supple, with savoury mushroom notes sprinkled over rich, ripe fruit. That richness is neatly balanced by the natural acidity and a mellow earthiness. Drinking very well right now.

ISABEL VINEYARDMARLBOROUGH SAUVIGNON BLANC 2013

ISABEL VINEYARD MARLBOROUGH CHARDONNAY 2012

ISABEL VINEYARD MARLBOROUGH PINOT GRIS 2013

CASE OF 6 $20.99 A BOTTLE

$21.99 10896

CASE OF 6 $20.99 A BOTTLE

Hand Harvested, barrel fermented on indigenous yeasts, put through partial malolactic and aged for ten months in seasoned French oak. On the nose, peach and pineapple notes network with caramel and oak nuances, while the creamy, mouthfi lling fl avours arc across your palate on their way to a fi ne, lingering fi nish. Elegant, quality drop.

$21.99 10613

Cousin to the mercurial Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, also requires careful management in the vineyard, a concept the fastidious Isabels are more than at home with. Dispensing elegant mineral notes, this spills its wonderfully aromatic nose of spice-tinged white peach, ginger and rose petals across a lush, creamy palate of pears and stonefruit.

DR RENWICK MARLBOROUGH PINOT NOIR 2012

CASE OF 6 $13.99 A BOTTLE

$14.99 10472

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CASE OF 6 $20.99 A BOTTLE

$21.99 10897

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One of Marlborough’s largest family-owned wineries, the Isabel Vine-yard was established by Michael and Robyn Tiller in 1982. The Tillers initially operated as contract growers supplying the likes of Cloudy Bay, but their inevitable progression into winemaking met with sensational results, their very fi rst release, a Pinot Noir, taking out a gold medal.

Today, Isabel is very much a family affair, with Michael and Robyn’s four children and son-in-law, winemaker Carlos Orgiles Ortega, all actively involved. With the vineyards managed on sustainable and organic principles, the Isabel wines are 100% estate grown and made with fastidious attention to detail, right down to the inhouse bottling.

The same philosophy is applied to their second-tier wines, which reside under the Dr Renwick label and are produced off younger vines. The winery’s entire range is crafted with extreme care, with all the wines tipping their hats in a terroir salute to their Marlborough origins.

ISABEL VINEYARD

This lively wine jumps in with a bright-eyed burst of fragrant gooseberry and passionfruit under-scored by herbaceous notes and a dash of citrus. Ripe, concentrated, the vibrant and juicy palate is underscored by a refreshing tang of minerality and a crisp, racy fi nish. Great drinking.

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JACKSON ESTATE GREY GHOST MARLBOROUGH

BARRIQUE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2011

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For more than three decades, the pioneering Jackson Estate has been recognised as one of Marlborough’s premium producers of both quality fruit and exceptional fi ne wines. The enterprise is a testament to the vision and determination of the Stichbury and Jackson families who have farmed the land in the Wairau River plains at Jacksons Road for more than 160 years. The giant gum tree, Grey Ghost, that graces the Jackson Estate labels was planted in 1867 by John Jackson’s great-grandmother, Alice.

The vineyards are meticulously managed via a sustainable, low-cropping regime to provide both optimum fruit and varietal integrity, augmented at the other end of the business by the installation in 2003 of a new high-tech winery that ensures control over all aspects of the winemaking process. Head Winemaker Matt Patterson-Green has guided the winemaking team for almost a decade now. He explains: ‘Our philosophy is to produce wines that truly refl ect the variety and the land that gave them birth.’

HOMESTEAD VINEYARD

CASE OF 12 $18.99 A BOTTLE

Named in recognition of John Stichbury’s contri-bution to the company. Fruit parcels from three vineyards were individually cool fermented and lees aged prior to blending. Superbly aromatic, the fresh stonefruit and lime-tinged fl avours are nicely complemented by mineral notes and a zesty fi nish. Exhibits much fi nesse and depth.

$19.99 11519

CASE OF 6 $26.99 A BOTTLE

$27.99 11520

CASE OF 12 $19.99 A BOTTLE

Single vineyard, barrel fermented. Aromatic notes of lime, fi g and honeysuckle mingle with spiced marzipan and walnut courtesy of the oak. On the palate, the fresh fruit fl avours are enriched with a string of biscuity nuances, climaxing in a sustained, creamy fi nish. Seamless.

$20.99 11523

11517 JACKSON ESTATE HOMESTEAD DRY RIESLING 2012 $19.9911518 JACKSON ESTATE HOMESTEAD DRY RIESLING 2013 $19.9911526 JACKSON ESTATE RIESLING 2012 $19.9911525 JACKSON ESTATE BOTRYTIS RIESLING 2011 375ML $44.99

JACKSON ESTATE STICH MARLBOROUGH

SAUVIGNON BLANC 2013

Sourced from Jackson Estate’s Homestead Vineyard (a.k.a. Grey Ghost), half the fruit was fermented in seasoned oak and the balance in stainless steel tanks, followed by extensive lees stirring. Cascading aromas of peach, mandarin and honeysuckle are supported by the rich lees characters, with the vibrant stonefruit and citrus fl avours swathed in a refreshing, stony minerality.

JACKSON ESTATE VINTAGE WIDOW MARLBOROUGH

PINOT NOIR 2011

CASE OF 6 $29.99 A BOTTLE

$30.99 11520

Evocative of its own vineyard and the southern Marlborough clays, the Widow is replete with riches. Cherries, violets and black forest fruits assail the nose, with a touch of herb and cedar in attendance. The palate is rich and ripe without losing any of its Pinot focus. Velvet textures and a lingering aftertaste leave their calling cards.

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CASE OF 12 $15.99 A BOTTLE

These guys have done very well in the past with Madame Gris, taking home gold and trophies for their efforts. The Block 2 introduces itself with perfumed peaches and pears swathed in spice. The medium-weighted palate dispenses excellent fruit, viscous textures and a fresh, tingling fi nish. At this price, it’d be rude not to.

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LAKE CHALICEMARLBOROUGH SAUVIGNON BLANC 2013

LAKE CHALICE THE FALCON MARLBOROUGH RIESLING 2013

LAKE CHALICE THE HAAST MARLBOROUGH CHARDONNAY 2013

CASE OF 12 $15.99 A BOTTLE

$16.99 13656

This off-dry Riesling is outstanding value. Florals, lime and mandarin notes are nudged by a fl ick of spice, the sustained fruit characters balanced by a twist of mineral. Delicately restrained, with a good structure and nicely balanced acidity.

$16.99 13439

Named after the long extinct Haast eagle, New Zealand’s largest known bird of prey, this current release has a seductive aromatic presence that exudes notes of stonefruit and citrus backed by spicy oak. An elegant wine with well-defi ned fruit rounded out by a creamy, textural mouthfeel and a clean, crisp fi nish.

LAKE CHALICE BLOCK 2MARLBOROUGH PINOT GRIS 2013

CASE OF 12 $15.99 A BOTTLE

$16.99 13651

CASE OF 12 $15.00 A BOTTLE

$16.99 13438

What can we say about Chris Gambitisis? One of NZ wine’s true characters, Gambo looms larger than life, and we reckon his favourite interests outside of wine are Music, Motorbikes and Talking, and not necessarily in that order. This gregarious former restaurateur and his ex-police detective windsurfi ng mate Phil Binnie have come a long way. Gambo: ‘Phil and I enjoyed drinking and exploring wine styles, but what we really wanted to do was make wine, so we decided to buy a vineyard.’

Aided by the talented Matt Thomson, Gambo and Phil went and transformed their initial 11.5 hectare investment, the Falcon Vineyard, into a sprawling enterprise involving a number of vineyard sites and boasting a legion of fans the world over. Gambo: ‘Our philosophy is to make the best possible wine, so our vineyards are sustainably managed and we adopt a minimalist winemaking approach to let the purity of the fruit shine through.’

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13653 LAKE CHALICE DEB’S MARLBOROUGH PINOT ROSÉ 2013 $16.9913670 LAKE CHALICE VINEYARD SELECTION MERLOT 2013 $16.9913437 LAKE CHALICE MARLBOROUGH PINOT NOIR 2013 $19.99

With two decades’ worth of acclaim in its back pocket, this is indeed a remarkable Sauvignon Blanc boasting its own cast of global devotees. Vibrantly fresh, seamlessly elegant, it bursts with lifted aromas and bright, juicy fl avours, signing off with a beguiling mineral smile.

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Trinity Hill has been forging a distinguished path from its Hawkes Bay

home since its fi rst vintage back in 1997. Helmed by John Hancock, this

boutique player with a big reputation has consistently provided superb

expressions of both traditional and cutting-edge varieties, successfully

mining the famed Gimblett Gravels for its premium selections, the latest

releases of which we feature here.

TRINITY HILL GIMBLETT GRAVELS 19226 HAWKES BAY CHARDONNAY 2012 $29.99

19264 HAWKES BAY THE GIMBLETT 2012 $29.9919283 HAWKES BAY SYRAH 2012 $29.99

13282 EQUINOX SAUVIGNON BLANC 2013 $26.9913283 EQUINOX PINOT GRIS 2013 $26.9913286 EQUINOX PINOT NOIR 2012 $26.9913284 EQUINOX RIESLING 2013 $26.99

WAIPARA HILLS

An enduring fan of Jack Daniel’s, I have long harboured the desire to select

my very own barrel of this iconic brand. Last year, this dream was realised when

I travelled to Lynchberg, Tennessee to do just that. And that barrel – sourced from

the very top racks where the whiskey barrels are subjected to greater extremes

of temperature and accelerated ageing – has now been bottled and delivered.

Just one in every hundred barrels is selected for a customer to choose from.

Some careful tasting eventually unveiled the barrel I knew was to be mine;

I was after something big and bold enough to accompany a cigar, yet still displaying

a lingering richness and subtlety of flavour. I found it in barrel #13-6464,

the vanilla and caramel flavours building into a vibrant, complex, more sumptuous

palate from additional time in the barrel, with a delightfully creamy mouthfeel

enveloping the honeyed notes and long, sweet finish.

But hey, don’t take my word for it! Try it for yourself: I invite you to come and enjoy

the Jack Daniel’s family of whiskeys with me and allow me to introduce you to my

Single Barrel, #13-6464, distilled 8th April 2008 and bottled 5th November 2013.

Jak Jakicevich

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98910 JACK DANIEL’S SINGLE BARREL TENNESSEE WHISKEY SELECTED BY JAK JAKICEVICH 700ML $89.99

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Rich and smoothly dry, this substantial Irish ale fl aunts (being tartish) its spicy hop aromas, gently massaged by malted notes of caramel and chocolate. The mouth loyally follows the nose, with the whole interaction enhanced by the companionship of a refi ned texture.

SINGLE $3.99 91782

HALLERTAU 3 COPPER TART RED ALE 330ML

Stephen and Hayley Plowman named their brand in tribute to the Bavarian Hallertau region famed for its hops, but at that point, proudly bearing their Riverhead roots and a well-honed sense of humour, they veer off into exuberant Westie mode via their fearlessly unique, smartly-executed brews.

Staunch believers in purity of expression, the beer styles are about generous aromas, vibrant fl avours and enriching characters, meticulously hand-brewed from the purest natural ingredients, with all of the Hallertau models lovingly championed regardless of their commercial viability.

Here, we feature the famed First Four (sounds presidential), which began life as humble numbers; but fear not, those of you who suck at maths, they’ve named them too. This quintessential quartet is best enjoyed well-chilled rather than icy-cold, so as to fully appreciate the depth of their fl avours.

91780 HALLERTAU 1 LUXE KOLSCH BEER 330ML SINGLE $3.9991789 HALLERTAU 2 STATESMAN PALE ALE 330ML SINGLE $3.9991787 HALLERTAU 4 DECEPTION SCHWARZBIER 330ML SINGLE $3.99

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You’ll fi nd the Kepplers Cider Company in the historic township of Midleton (home to the largest pot-still in the world) in Ireland’s County Cork. It’s a relatively young wee thing, having emerged into the world as recently as 2009, but the quality of Kepplers’ output has established them as one of Ireland’s premium cider producers. No apple juice concentrate here, folks, it’s all locally sourced, freshly crushed apples, an approach that provides that extra kick to accompany the singular fl avours.

A bright cider boasting a gentle effervescence and a fragrant bouquet of cinnamon-laced apple and smoky nuances. It’s a clean and balanced expression, the crisp, spicy fl avours brought home nicely by a refreshing aftertaste.

SINGLE $4.99 98520

JOHN KEPPLERSPREMIUM IRISH CIDER 568ML

100% family owned and operated from Dublin by brothers Jack and Stephen Teeling, the Teeling Whiskey Co. are well-known for doing things a little differently, and their hand-crafted, small batch Irish whiskeys embody this entrepreneurial spirit, with no chill fi ltering or added colouring. Designed to be a bridge between standard blended whiskeys and the rarifi ed world of single malts, the Teeling philosophy is to create premium quality blends with unique fl avour profi les.

Rich, golden, with vanilla and spice circling the bright, ambrosial notes of rum courtesy of the cask it was matured in. The infl uence of the rum cask and higher alcohol (46%) creates a smooth, sweetly mellow, gently wooded marriage that sparkles on the tongue. Heartwarming.

$54.99 98550

TEELING SMALL BATCH

BLENDED IRISH WHISKEY 700ML

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The Marzotto family, currently led by Count Paolo Marzotto, have long pursued a passion to create premium brands encompassing the worlds of textiles, fashion, decor and wine. Their Santa Margherita brand is best known as a pioneer of Italian Pinot Grigio, now the most imported wine in the US, with their own expression its biggest-seller in the American market.

Santa Margherita also specialize in Prosecco, Italy’s light and aromatic, low-alcohol sparkling wine – often drunk as an aperitif – that has become increasingly popular globally in the last few decades. SM’s Prosecco grapes are sourced from the famous winemaking area of Valdobbiadene, found just below the alpine areas of Veneto.

CASE OF 6 $21.99 A BOTTLE

$22.99 62538

SANTA MARGHERITAVALDOBBIADENE PROSECCO DOCG NV

Delicate aromas of spring fl owers, peach and pear, with a crunch of zest and a tickle of froth that is utterly charming. A slight mineral undercurrent streaks the surging tide, and a fl urry of mint-tinged fresh apple will seduce you into its orbit.

CASE OF 6 $21.99 A BOTTLE

$22.99 66069

PASQUA BLACK LABELVALPOLICELLA RIPASSO DOC 2011

A good value alternative to Amarone, created when the fi nished Valpolicella is passed over the dried, raisened skins from Amarone production, resulting in a rich, full-bodied wine with spiced-up prune fl avours and earthy mineral notes.

Ca’ del Bosco is a distinguished member of the Santa Margherita portfolio. If you were served this blind in a champagne tasting, you’d be hard-pressed to pick it out from the rest of the illustrious line-up. A carefully-judged blend of 75% Chardonnay, 15% Pinot Nero and 10% Pinot Bianco, Ca’ del Bosco’s prestige cuvée is reminiscent of a blanc de blancs champagne. The fi nish is dry, the wine incredibly smart.

CASE OF 6 $58.99 A BOTTLE

$59.99 62554

CA’ DEL BOSCOCUVÉE PRESTIGE BRUT NV

CASE OF 6 $18.99 A BOTTLE

$19.99 66080

Traditional Verona varieties are augmented by a dose of rich, plump Merlot, with the wine passed over the partially dried grapes to create a style similar to Amarone. Full bodied, with hints of spice, velvety tannins and a round, mellow fi nish.

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CASE OF 6 $48.99 A BOTTLE

$49.99 66090

PASQUA BLACK LABELDELLA VALPOLICELLA AMARONE DOC 2010

Dried on special racks for about nine months and matured in oak barriques for up to eighteen, this dark ruby Amarone unleashes intense cherry, plum and raisin characters amidst swirls of dark choco-late, liquorice and spice. The multi-layered palate has a juicy raisin core enhanced by hints of coffee and earthiness, dusty tannins and a nutty amaro fi nish. Power meets Mellow. Compelling.

PASQUA BLACK LABELVENETO PASSIMENTO IGT 2010

CASE OF 12 $18.99 A BOTTLE

$19.99 62556

SANTA MARGHERITAVALDADIGE PINOT GRIGIO DOC 2012

A crisp, dry white with Grigio’s characteristic light hues, this is dazzlingly clean, with intense aromas of ripe apples. Very personable, very versatile; in accompaniment to a wide variety of foods or fl ying solo, it’s a delight to imbibe.

VALDOBBIADENE

CASE OF 12 $15.99 A BOTTLE

$16.99 43312

ORTAS LES VIGUIERSCÔTES DU RHÔNE 2011

Very tidy for less than twenty notes, and delivering plenty of Côtes du Rhône character and charm off the 20- to 30-year-old vines. The palate is fl eshy but fi rm, delightfully balanced, smoothly textured. Great with a good strong cheese, as it happens.

CASE OF 12 $18.99 A BOTTLE

$19.99 42388

PIERRE BRECHTALSACE PINOT GRIS 2012

Intensely aromatic, with hints of honey and mineral coming through on the lush palate. Beneath the rich textures there is a touch of delicious sweetness before the full power of the palate is unleashed, while acid fruit tempers the tail’s fat tendencies.

CASE OF 12 $18.99 A BOTTLE

$21.99 41371

MONT-REDONCÔTES DU RHÔNE RÉSERVE 2012

An appealing, medium-bodied Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah blend with spice-edged black cherry and Damson plum fl avours complemented by fi nely judged tannins and a deliciously long aftertaste. Excellent value and food friendly.

Named in salute to the porcine inhabitants that roam the forests of the Routas estate, the Wild Boar White is an extremely price-friendly Provençal white wine with lovely fruit aromas and an impressive structure. A smart blend of Viognier and Chardonnay fruit, the succulent pear and apricot fl avours are bestowed with a light, spicy touch that’s very appealing.

CASE OF 12 $15.99 A BOTTLE

$16.99 46494

CHÂTEAU ROUTASPROVENCE WILD BOAR WHITE 2011

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Château Routas is a spectacularly picturesque estate in the heart of Provence, lodged midway between the French Riviera and the foot-hills of the Alps. Overlooking miles of wooded hillsides and rivers, it is surrounded by tiny medieval villages hugging steep cliffs.

The soil can vary dramatically, resulting in small, randomly-shaped vineyards, some as red as crushed brick, others home to crumbling grey limestone mixed with bright red stones that bleach in the hot summer sun. At 1,300 feet above sea level, the elevation is among the appellation’s highest, providing cool nights that slow the ripening of the grapes and contribute to the complexity of the wines.

Farmed sustainably, the estate has 135 of its 642 acres under vine. Routas has always had a strong reputation for its Provence rosé, now complemented by a range of excellent red and white wines.

CASE OF 12 $17.99 A BOTTLE

$18.99 45420

JABOULETCÔTES DU RHÔNE PARALLÈLE 45 2010

This succulent Grenache-Syrah-Mourvèdre blend is a nice way to introduce yourself to the Côtes du Rhône wines. It is consistently on the mark, with the attractive aromatics and spicy, fruit-forward palate adding up to elegant affordability.

CASE OF 12 $18.99 A BOTTLE

$19.99 41390

CHÂTEAU RIOTORCÔTES DE PROVENCE ROSÉ 2012

These guys are the rosé specialists par excellence. The pale colour belies the wine’s weighty presence, its plump richness and fl eshy juiciness tempered by fresh acid and a tiny spray of tingling citrus. If you’re into rosé, try this.

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Castillo Perelada, one of the grandest landmarks of the Empordà region, has had an association with the production of wine for a very long time. The Perelada castle houses Spain’s largest privately-held library, within which parchments detail winemaking practices that date back to the Middle Ages. Perelada’s modern renaissance began in 1923, when Miguel Mateu purchased the property and revitalised its wine production. His legacy lives on today under the stewardship of grandson Javier Suqué.

This is one of Spain’s most signifi cant producers, the wines a scintillating blend of centuries’ worth of knowledge and cutting-edge modernism. They have, indeed, almost become standard issue at royal and government functions, such is their consistent quality and the esteem in which they are held.

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88051 PERELADA BRUT RESERVA CAVA NV

$15.99 CASE OF 6 $14.99 A BOTTLE

A serious wine that often slips ahead of champagnes in tastings, the smoky minerality of the citrus fruit lending an aristocracy that many more expensive sparklings seem unable to conjure up. Lively, zesty, slightly fl oral, deliciously dry and remarkable value.

88052 PERELADA BRUT ROSADO CAVA NV

$15.99 CASE OF 6 $14.99 A BOTTLE

A blend of Garnacha, Pinot Noir and Trepat aged for 12 months prior to disgorging, this is a wonderfully vibrant wine with an attractive bouquet of brioche-edged strawberry. Elegant and irresistible, with a creamy mousse and a crisp, lively fi nish.

CASE OF 12 $23.99 A BOTTLE

$24.99 88056

DESCENDIENTES DE J. PALACIOSBIERZO PETALOS 2010

Vines traditionally grow around Bierzo on small plots dotting the steeply sloping countryside. Aware of the vine age and the potential, the ever-astute Alvaro Palacios got involved. The Petalos delivers mineral-edged cherry notes, with a touch of smoke and liquorice, in a vibrantly modern style.

CASE OF 12 $17.99 A BOTTLE

$18.99 87995

MARQUÉS DE CÁCERES RIOJA CRIANZA 2010

Known as the house that changed the face of Spanish winemaking, these guys can do smart traditional as well, using their new techniques to enhance conventional stylings rather than bowl them over. Smooth, concentrated, balanced, with intense aromas and touches of sweet oak.

CASE OF 6 $16.99 A BOTTLE

$17.99 88009

This historic Riojan house has been producing great wines for many years. The Tempranillo grape takes charge: nuances of cherry and plum, some whispers of leather, tobacco and spice, and traces of liquorice, cocoa and vanilla. Superb value.

CASE OF 6 $23.99 A BOTTLE

$24.99 88018

PERELADA 5 FINCASRESERVA 2008

Our top-selling cava producer also makes excel-lent reds. This contains an assortment of varieties (mainly Cabernet) aged in French and American oak. Full-bodied in style, it’s the one to go for when you get to the red meat section of the meal.

SOLAR VIEJORIOJA CRIANZA 2010

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The ancestral home of Pinot Noir and the world’s greatest Chardonnays, wine-makers the world over spend their lives attempting to emulate Burgundy’s lofty standards. Within the region’s vast array of terroir there is a veritable patchwork of styles and producers. Throughout March we’ll be opening the cellar doors to show off our outstanding Burgundian expressions, from entry level to high end. Mid-March in Auckland, Liz Wheadon will host an exploration of Burgundy’s various quality levels, and in Wellington Meredith Parkin will open a selection of her favourites. Check out the Glengarry website for details, and for a complete view of our collection go to www.glengarry.co.nz/burgundycatalogue

43720 DOMAINE ROMANIN MÂCON-SOLUTRÉ-POUILLY 2012 $19.99

41422 JEAN CHARTRON BOURGOGNE CLOS DE LA COMBE CHARDONNAY 2011 $24.99

43732 DOMAINE ROMANIN POUILLY-FUISSE TERROIR DE FUISSÉ 2012 $24.99

43161 DOMAINE MICHEL GROS HAUTES CÔTES DE NUITS 2007 $39.99

42814 DOMAINE DE BELLENE SAINT-ROMAIN VIEILLES VIGNES BLANC 2010 $39.99

42833 DOMAINE DE BELLENE SAVIGNY-LES-BEAUNE BLANC 2009 $48.99

42820 DOMAINE DE BELLENE SAVIGNY-LES-BEAUNE VIEILLES VIGNES 2009 $48.99

42821 DOMAINE DE BELLENE SANTENAY LES CHARMES DESSUS 2009 $48.99

42401 DOMAINE TORTOCHOT GEVREY CHAMPERRIER 2009 $69.99

42825 DOMAINE DE BELLENE VOLNAY LES GRANDS POISOTS 2009 $69.99

43451 DOMAINE PARENT POMMARD CROIX BLANCHE 2010 $69.99

42712 DOMAINE JESSIAUME VOLNAY 1ER CRU BROUILLARDS 2008 $59.99

CASE OF 6 $66.99 A BOTTLE

$69.99 42829

DOMAINE DE BELLENENUITS-SAINT-GEORGES VIEILLES VIGNES 2009

Loving the Domaine de Bellene Maison Dieu Bourgogne and wondering if it can get any better? It certainly can, with the next step up the village level: from the village of Nuits-Saint-Georges, this complex and sensual Pinot Noir is vibrant and fragrant, with nice acidity and fl air.

CASE OF 6 $28.99 A BOTTLE

$29.99 42817

DOMAINE DE BELLENEBOURGOGNE MAISON DIEU 2010

An incredible wine from the formidable Nicolas Potel; for a fi rst step in the Burgundian quality stakes, it’s a big’un, boasting richly generous fl avours. Comes with a wax-encased cap – just put the corkscrew straight through it and pull this otherworldly entity into yours. Magic.

CASE OF 6 $66.99 A BOTTLE

$69.99 42826

DOMAINE DE BELLENEBEAUNE 1ER CRU BEAUNE MONTÉE ROUGE 2009

Up at the serious end, it’s aromatically clean and clear with a delicate touch of wood. The fl avours are elegantly rich and medium weighted. The soft, lush red berryfruit and fi ne-grained tannins echo with subtle, stony notes. Recommended drinking time is from 2017 onwards.

CASE OF 12 $31.99 A BOTTLE

$34.99 41030

DOMAINE GROS FRÈRE & SOEUR HAUTES CÔTES DE NUITS 2010

Managed these days by Bernard Gros, the wines of this domaine are traditional in style, rich and full bodied with clean, precise fl avours. Bright but deeply fl avoured red fruits, supple and silky tannins and an oak presence that plays an unobtrusive but critical part. Great value.

CASE OF 12 $175 A BOTTLE

$180.00 40733

BONNEAU DU MARTRAYGRAND CRU CORTON-CHARLEMAGNE 2010

Burgundian Chardonnay at its best. A subtle infl uence of wood lies beneath the restrained nose of fresh, spice caressed pears and apples, while the delicate, mineral infused fl avours slide in leisurely fashion across a silken palate. Long, refi ned, beautifully balanced, cellar it.

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EACH MONTH, FROM THE HUNDREDS OF WINES SUBMITTED TO US, THE GLENGARRY TASTING PANEL SELECTS OUR TOP TEN WINES

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CASE OF 12 $28.99 A BOTTLENamed after a Parisian winebar, and a homage to the Rhône’s Grenache-Mourvèdre-Syrah blends, the wine within is fragrant and concentrated. Notes of dark fruit, spice and earth dominate. No oak in sight.

CASE OF 6 $18.99 A BOTTLESingle vineyard, exceptional value. Peach and citrus notes, nicely nuanced by toasty oak. The generous peach and apricot fl avours are elegantly encased in a buttery texture, while a twist of lime signs off in style.

CASE OF 6 $39.99 A BOTTLEA-lister Waiheke Syrah displaying ripely exotic violet and blueberry aromas and fl avours lifted by spice, pepper and smoky nuances. It’s long, it’s rich, with an anchoring core of grainy tannins.

CASE OF 12 $16.99 A BOTTLEAlsace fan Peter Robertson began producing this gem well before Gris became so fashionable. With its vivacious, dry, aromatic palate and lively acidity, it is lighter and more fl oral than its Alsatian counterparts.

CASE OF 6 $23.99 A BOTTLEA blend of three Hawkes Bay vineyards, this is an elegant, food-friendly wine exhibiting rich stonefruit, melon and citrus characters embellished by gentle toasty nuances and balancing mineral notes.

CASE OF 6 $15.99 A BOTTLEA honeyed tinge to the citrus fruits; fl orals wave their blossomy branches in an off-dry fl avour fest of everything you’ve been promised aromatically. Great mouthfeel, beautiful balance, achingly good fl avours.

CASE OF 6 $16.99 A BOTTLEAn invigorating single vineyard Sauvignon replete with awards, delivering up gooseberry and tangerine aromas and fl avours underscored by hints of tropical fruit and a swirl of lively herbaceous characters.

CASE OF 12 $15.99 A BOTTLEPredominantly Waipara fruit with a dash of Central, dispensing spice-infused cherry, plum and fl oral notes across a ripe and smartly integrated palate. Seductively silky texture and a fi ne, lingering fi nish.

CASE OF 6 $18.99 A BOTTLEDeep and brooding Merlot with delectable aromas of blueberry and plum backed by subtle oak nuances. Full bodied and packed with ripe, plummy fl avours enhanced by integrated oak and mellow tannins.

CASE OF 12 $18.99 A BOTTLEFrom Peter Briant’s wonderful Gisborne vineyard, the Merlot fruit is brilliantly clean and superbly fl avour-some. Fresh, lively strawberries and raspberries, a hint of spice, a pannier of pleasure. Jules genius.

Torbreck CUVÉE JUVENILESBAROSSA VALLEY 2012

$29.99 21026 $19.99 11537

$42.99 12486 $17.99 11433

$24.99 15252 $16.99 13603

$17.99 12939 $16.99 11521

$19.99 10094 $19.99 10603

Coopers Creek SV THE LIMEWORKSHAWKES BAY Chardonnay 2013

Man O’ War DREADNOUGHTWAIHEKE ISLAND Syrah 2011

Brookfi elds ROBERTSONHAWKES BAY Pinot Gris 2013

Church Road MACDONALDHAWKES BAY Chardonnay 2012

Main DivideWAIPARA Riesling 2012

Ara SINGLE ESTATEMARLBOROUGH Sauvignon Blanc 2012

Waipara HillsWAIPARA Pinot Noir 2013

MatawheroGISBORNE Merlot 2013

Jules TaylorGISBORNE Rosé 2013

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14936 ROARING MEG CENTRAL OTAGO SAUVIGNON BLANC 2013 $17.99

14938 ROARING MEG CENTRAL OTAGO PINOT GRIS 2012 $17.99

14935 ROARING MEG CENTRAL OTAGO PINOT NOIR 2012 $24.99

14930 MT DIFFICULTY CENTRAL OTAGO TARGET RIESLING 2013 $23.99

14940 MT DIFFICULTY CENTRAL OTAGO PINOT GRIS 2013 $23.99

14929 MT DIFFICULTY CENTRAL OTAGO CHARDONNAY 2012 $31.99

14945 MT DIFFICULTY CENTRAL OTAGO PINOT NOIR 2012 $39.99

14931 MT DIFFICULTY CENTRAL OTAGO TARGET GULLY PINOT NOIR 2012 $79.99

14941 MT DIFFICULTY CENTRAL OTAGO LONG GULLY PINOT NOIR 2012 $79.99