All Wines

WINE SPECTATOR TOP 100 #54/ 93 Points.  James Suckling 92 A dense and polished red with dark berry, dried strawberry and black pepper aromas and flavors. Full body, polished tannins and a crisp finish.  Wine Enthusiast 90 Iris, leather and scorched earth aromas come together on this. The

Producer  Matua Valley was founded in a tin shed in 1974 by two brothers, Bill and Ross Spence. The brothers wanted to make wine in New Zealand that was as good as any in the world. As a small, family-run winery in West Auckland, Matua Valley quickly gained a reputation for innovation and

Wine Spectator 92WS TOP 100 2018 Rank 32Rich and complex, with honeysuckle and freshly grated ginger notes up front, giving way to juicy and crisp Meyer lemon, yellow apple and Asian pear flavors. Hints of lime zest and dried mango linger.

Wine Spectator 91 WS TOP 100 2018 Rank 78 “Well-built and rich, with a solid core of apple pastry, fig and guava flavors that offer a creamy texture. Nutmeg and clove notes show on the spicy finish. Drink now through 2022.”-WS  “Pale lemon yellow, with aromas of ripe lemon, yellow apple,

Wine Enthusiast 100 WE TOP 100 2013 Cellar Selections Rank 85 "Almost black in color, this stunning wine is gorgeous, rich and dense. It's grand and powerful, with a strong sense of its own importance. The beautiful tannins and the fragrant black currant fruits are palpable. It's a great wine,

Wine Spectator '90' #60 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2017'Plum and boysenberry notes weave together with dried herb and smoky mineral accents in this sleek red. Savory spice details chime in on the finish. Offers moderate, grippy tannins. Drink now through 2020'.

Wine Enthusiast 88 WE TOP 100 2012 BEST BUY Rank 45 "This is as crisp and dry as a whispy reed, with a mild grassy note on the nose. It feels fresh and focused, with lime, peach and apple flavors. Fruity, fresh and easy to like from start to finish, this is what a Best Buy should be." ~M.S.  "A

Wine Enthusiast 92  Editors' Choice "Assembled from dozens of individual lots, this sumptuous brut is an example of the art of blending. Based on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, it's really as delicious and refined a sparkling as you could want for drinking now. Shows lush citrus, strawberry, honey,

Wine Enthusiast 90 WE TOP 100 2018 Rank 8 " A dark colored, dense wine that is rich and firmly structured. Aged in wood, it holds flavors of plum and berry fruits balanced with a fresh acidity. This is a wine for aging, its structure a powerful statement. Drink from 2014. " — R.V.  " This deep

Wine Spectator 92 WS TOP 100 2017 Rank 17 " This red shows grace and depth. Black cherry, plum, mineral and smoke flavors mingle harmoniously over well-integrated tannins, while lively acidity keeps this focused. Not showy, but all the pieces fit together. Balanced, in the modern style. Drink now

Tasting Panel 93 A luxurious sipper! Coffee and strawberry please the nose as they lead to an intriguing mouthfeel. Blackberry jam washes over the soft, round palate dotted with white pepper. Plum notes go creamy on the finish with a dusting of heather. The winery’s oldest, most historic, and

Wine Spectator 91 WS TOP 100 2017 Rank 67 " Ultrarich and extracted, offering a firm core of pear, apple, melon and spice flavors. A truly impressive effort, with depth and dimension. Drink now through 2022. "   "Intensely aromatic with notes of lemon curd, honeysuckle and white rose petals.

Wine Spectator 91WS TOP 100 2016 Rank 25"Enticing aromas of violet, black currant and rosemary are accented by licorice and tobacco flavors in this fluid and harmonious red, with fine tannins gracing the long finish. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now through 2022."

Wine Spectator 92 WS TOP 100 2018 Rank 27 "A voluptuous and expressive sparkler, with floral red apple, brioche and cinnamon spice aromas and rich, vibrant flavors that finish on a luxurious note."  Wine Enthusiast 92 "Fully ready to drink now, this dry brut shows the classy elegance of a fine

James Suckling 94 What a gorgeous and supple young wine with ultra-fine tannins and vivid acidity. Medium to full body and direct and driven tannins. Shows such beauty. Better in 2020 but already beautiful.  Wine Spectator 93 WS TOP 100 2018 Rank 63 Well-steeped plum, fig and boysenberry fruit

Wine Spectator 90 WS TOP 100 2018 56  Lemon, chamomile and spicy nectarine flavors are fresh and vibrant, set on a crisp body, finishing spicy and refreshing, with plenty of intensity.  Tasting Notes Bright straw in colour with green hues, the 2017 Y Series Viognier has aromas of orange blossom

Wine Spectator 93 WS TOP 100 2012 Rank 84 “Elegant, with rich base notes of toasted brioche and smoke adding depth, this integrates finely honed acidity, detailed texture and flavors of black cherry purée, apple tarte Tatin, kumquat and grated ginger . Provides a creamy, mineral tinged finish.

Wine Spectator 92WS TOP 100 2018 Rank 35"This savory red offers notes of espresso, black olive and graphite framing a core of black cherry and licorice. Fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity keep this balanced. Harmonious and graceful."

Wine Enthusiast 90 WE TOP 100 2016 Best Buys Rank 5 "This dark, structured wine, with its balanced blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca and Tinta Roriz, is firm with tannins and dense berry fruits. Full in the mouth, it is a concentrated wine that brings out a strongly chalky texture. The

Wine Spectator 90 WS TOP 100 2018 Rank 62 Juicy pear, peach and citrus flavors are bright and smooth, with a touch of dried chamomile and lemon verbena lingering on the finish. Impressive for the focus and aromatic detail. Drink now.  Wine Enthusiast 90 This full-bodied wine is delicious,

James Suckling 98 “The evolution of this wine has been phenomenal since I tasted it in barrel a year ago with the same black cherry, plum and citrus character but with a turn to orange leaf, dark Chinese tea, and mushroom. Full body, fine and velvety tannins with a touch of dust to the texture. So

Wine Spectator 93 WS TOP 100 2018 Rank 88 "This starts out with plenty of cherry, plum and orange peel flavors, offset by iron, eucalyptus and tobacco accents. The finish is rustic, with the tannins flexing their muscles, yet this comes together in the end. A wine for the long haul. Best from 2023

“Remole has a deep purple-red color, brilliant and intense. The nose is complex, with a hint of berries such as raspberry, blackberry and black cherry, followed by aromatic and spicy notes of black pepper and eucalyptus. Fresh, medium-full bodied Remole proves to be an elegant wine with a long

Wine Spectator 90WS TOP 100 2018 Rank 73"A lively, lithe white, with lovely lime blossom, pink grapefruit sorbet, stone and spice notes that linger on the mouthwatering finish. Drink now through 2022."

James Suckling 97 # 8 Top 100 2018  "This is a driven and super tight Gran Reserva with dark berries and hints of spice and cedar. A spicy red-pepper undertone and some dried flowers. Full to medium body, integrates tannins and a superb finish. A great wine. A wine for the cellar, but why wait?"