This is gorgeous Gewurztraminer. It is just the merest of off dry and the smooth flowing, soft flavours are reminiscent of orange water; cumin, coriander, cardamom, fennel seeds and anise spices; the nectar of Asian fruits; sprinkled pink smoker lolly … Continue reading
If your name is Trev or you’re a fan of the late John Clark aka Fred Dagg (who coined that now Kiwiana classic ‘Kick it in the Guts Trev’ phrase) then you’ll love this Waimea Family Estate Wines Trev’s Red 2015 for … Continue reading
Is pinot gris still your favourite tipple I ask my friend Shirley who has relocated to Katikati and has invited me to stay. “Yep,” she says,” although I don’t mind being surprised,” she adds. I forage among my samples and … Continue reading
The sweet heritage pear tree is laden with fruit. We don’t know what kind of pear it actually is but know it is some kind of sugar pear. Most of the pear trees attract the usual marauders – mynahs, blackbirds, … Continue reading
Have you ever been in a situation when you can’t decide what to drink? Everything on the wine list looks tempting but your mood is swinging? It’s warm. It’s sunny. A cool fragrant white would hit the spot, but which … Continue reading