Australia & NZ
These far-flung wine regions may be referred to ‘new’ when compared against the historic European wine regions, but they have a long winemaking history. Spared from Phylloxera, Australia in particular has world's highest concentration of venerable vines and legendary producers such as Penfolds, Henschke and Tyrell’s have been around for over 150 years. Though for many years piggybacking on Europe’s successes, branding their own wines as ‘Chablis’, ‘Hermitage’ etc., Australia now have created a real identity of their own, making inimitable styles like Coonawarra Cabernet or Hunter Valley Semillon.
New Zealand doesn’t quite have as an extensive history but has established itself in an astonishingly short amount of time as a reliable source of whistle clean, distinctive examples of varietals like Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc.
Australia & NZ
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (HWC) |
Inc. TAX
€1,211.03 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (98)A full-bodied wine of ultimate coherence and quality, the bouquet setting the signal for the palate to follow. Attention to detail is obvious, especially the handling of tannins and oak. The integration of these components with the blackcurrant fruit is faultless. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (VJ) |
Inc. TAX
€962.63 |
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The Vintage Journal (98)Deep crimson. Complex blackcurrant, blackberry, praline, roasted chestnut mocha, marzipan notes. Richly flavoured, round and smooth with beautiful pure blackcurrant, blackberry mocha espresso flavours, fine loose-knit grainy tannins and underlying roasted chestnut, toffee notes. Finishes chocolaty and long with a long life ahead. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€1,860.80 |
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South Australia | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€2,064.88 |
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Vinous (92)Saturated deep ruby to the rim. Flamboyantly ripe aromas of blackberry liqueur, chocolate and eucalyptus. Rich, pliant and thick, with brooding flavors of blackberry, blueberry, chocolate and mocha. Offers superb palate presence. A very fat wine that finishes surprisingly bright, with huge but suave tannins and a note of raspberry. (Epicurean Wines, Seattle WA |
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South Australia | 2 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€1,718.70 |
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Vinous (92)Deep, bright ruby. Flamboyantly ripe aromas of singed blackberry, creme de cassis, peppered bacon, mocha, dried rose and oak spices, plus an exotic note of blood orange. Rich, velvety and dense, with sweet, powerful flavors of blackcurrant, fruitcake, fudge, vanilla and black olive, all lifted by a floral top note. Finishes long and sweet, with fully enveloped tannins.(Epicurean Wines,Seattle WA |
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South Australia | 2 | 95 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€5,346.88 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Kaesler’s icon cuvee is their Shiraz Old Bastard, produced from a single vineyard planted in 1896, and aged 22 months in 100% new French oak. The 2004 is a big yet remarkably elegant, deep purple-colored Shiraz offering notes of blueberries, black raspberries, and toasty oak, a superb texture, admirable richness, and a long, heady finish. There is plenty of tannin lurking beneath the cascade of fruit, glycerin, and extract. While accessible, it is too young to drink at present, and is meant to keep for 2-3 decades. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2025+. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€115.02 |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€369.08 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Deep garnet colored, the 2005 Hillside Shiraz reveals a wonderfully expressive, spicy nose with some notes of game, potpourri, dried cranberries and kirsch. It is a glorious, full-bodied wine packed with complex flavor layers, medium-firm velvety tannins and balanced acid. It finishes long. Drink it now to 2017+. |
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South Australia | 1 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€783.59 |
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Vinous (94)Inky purple. An exotic bouquet presents black and blue fruit preserves, vanilla, licorice and potpourri. Sweet, deeply pitched blueberry and cherry-vanilla flavors stain the palate and gain spiciness with aeration. Shows superb energy and power on the finish, with lingering touches of smoke, cracked pepper and floral pastille. This sweet, seamless wine should be left to rest for at least another five to seven years and probably much longer. |
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South Australia | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€428.14 |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€525.34 |
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Marlborough | 30 | - |
Inc. TAX
€138.94 |
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Discover the exquisite Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc Spitfire SP 2023, a testament to Marlborough’s renowned terroir. Meticulously crafted by Kim Crawford Wines, this 2023 vintage is made from handpicked Sauvignon Blanc grapes harvested at optimal ripeness. Employing traditional fermentation techniques in stainless steel tanks, the wine preserves its vibrant acidity and aromatic complexity. The Spitfire SP 2023 unveils a brilliant pale straw colour, enticing aromas of passionfruit, citrus zest, and subtle tropical nuances. On the palate, it delivers a refreshing burst of flavours, balanced by a crisp minerality and a lingering, elegant finish. Kim Crawford’s commitment to sustainable viticulture and precise vinification ensures a wine of exceptional quality and character. Perfectly suited for pairing with seafood, salads, or as a delightful aperitif, this Sauvignon Blanc exemplifies the finesse and sophistication that discerning connoisseurs seek. Elevate your collection with the distinguished Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc Spitfire SP 2023. |
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Auckland | 2 | 95 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€770.16 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2014 Coddington Chardonnay leads with beeswax and brine, pressed white flowers, crushed shells and chalky minerality. The wine is restrained and elegant, mouthfilling in its intensity and showing spicy prowess through the finish. It's very, very good, excellent, in fact. Notions of oak-derived (?) bacon fat through the finish boost complexity and interest. There's plenty of time left to go here. |
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Auckland | 1 | 91+ (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€763.57 |
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Wine Advocate (91+)The 2015 Coddington Chardonnay is youthfully muted with subtle suggestions of lemon curd, lime leaves and grapefruit peel plus a yeasty, toasty, cedary waft. Light to medium-bodied, fine, fresh and delicate in the mouth, it delivers good citrus and yeasty notes. |
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Auckland | 1 | 95 (TRR) |
Inc. TAX
€324.48 |
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The Real Review (95)Ripe stone fruit/peach/nectarine flavours with nutty oak, vanilla, and bready yeast lees flavours. Complex and accessible wine that would benefit from a little bottle age but is deliciously accessible now. |
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Auckland | 1 | 91 (TRR) |
Inc. TAX
€209.52 |
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The Real Review (91)Bright, tangy, high-energy wine with grapefruit, green apple, oyster shell and lemon blossom flavours supported by taut acidity that gives the wine a nod in the direction of Chablis. |
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Auckland | 1 | 93 (JS) |
Inc. TAX
€168.97 |
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James Suckling (93)This is fresh, crunchy and clean, with mineral and spice notes and plenty of salty undertones. Sliced lemons and apples. Medium-bodied with a fresh finish. Drink now. Screw cap. |
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Auckland | 3 | - |
Inc. TAX
€414.46 |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (HWC) |
In Bond
€987.00 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (98)A full-bodied wine of ultimate coherence and quality, the bouquet setting the signal for the palate to follow. Attention to detail is obvious, especially the handling of tannins and oak. The integration of these components with the blackcurrant fruit is faultless. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (VJ) |
In Bond
€780.00 |
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The Vintage Journal (98)Deep crimson. Complex blackcurrant, blackberry, praline, roasted chestnut mocha, marzipan notes. Richly flavoured, round and smooth with beautiful pure blackcurrant, blackberry mocha espresso flavours, fine loose-knit grainy tannins and underlying roasted chestnut, toffee notes. Finishes chocolaty and long with a long life ahead. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
In Bond
€1,505.00 |
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South Australia | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,675.00 |
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Vinous (92)Saturated deep ruby to the rim. Flamboyantly ripe aromas of blackberry liqueur, chocolate and eucalyptus. Rich, pliant and thick, with brooding flavors of blackberry, blueberry, chocolate and mocha. Offers superb palate presence. A very fat wine that finishes surprisingly bright, with huge but suave tannins and a note of raspberry. (Epicurean Wines, Seattle WA |
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South Australia | 2 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,385.00 |
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Vinous (92)Deep, bright ruby. Flamboyantly ripe aromas of singed blackberry, creme de cassis, peppered bacon, mocha, dried rose and oak spices, plus an exotic note of blood orange. Rich, velvety and dense, with sweet, powerful flavors of blackcurrant, fruitcake, fudge, vanilla and black olive, all lifted by a floral top note. Finishes long and sweet, with fully enveloped tannins.(Epicurean Wines,Seattle WA |
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South Australia | 2 | 95 (WA) |
In Bond
€4,410.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Kaesler’s icon cuvee is their Shiraz Old Bastard, produced from a single vineyard planted in 1896, and aged 22 months in 100% new French oak. The 2004 is a big yet remarkably elegant, deep purple-colored Shiraz offering notes of blueberries, black raspberries, and toasty oak, a superb texture, admirable richness, and a long, heady finish. There is plenty of tannin lurking beneath the cascade of fruit, glycerin, and extract. While accessible, it is too young to drink at present, and is meant to keep for 2-3 decades. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2025+. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
In Bond
€92.00 |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 (WA) |
In Bond
€283.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Deep garnet colored, the 2005 Hillside Shiraz reveals a wonderfully expressive, spicy nose with some notes of game, potpourri, dried cranberries and kirsch. It is a glorious, full-bodied wine packed with complex flavor layers, medium-firm velvety tannins and balanced acid. It finishes long. Drink it now to 2017+. |
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South Australia | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
€630.00 |
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Vinous (94)Inky purple. An exotic bouquet presents black and blue fruit preserves, vanilla, licorice and potpourri. Sweet, deeply pitched blueberry and cherry-vanilla flavors stain the palate and gain spiciness with aeration. Shows superb energy and power on the finish, with lingering touches of smoke, cracked pepper and floral pastille. This sweet, seamless wine should be left to rest for at least another five to seven years and probably much longer. |
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South Australia | 2 | - |
In Bond
€312.00 |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
In Bond
€414.00 |
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Marlborough | 30 | - |
In Bond
€92.00 |
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Discover the exquisite Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc Spitfire SP 2023, a testament to Marlborough’s renowned terroir. Meticulously crafted by Kim Crawford Wines, this 2023 vintage is made from handpicked Sauvignon Blanc grapes harvested at optimal ripeness. Employing traditional fermentation techniques in stainless steel tanks, the wine preserves its vibrant acidity and aromatic complexity. The Spitfire SP 2023 unveils a brilliant pale straw colour, enticing aromas of passionfruit, citrus zest, and subtle tropical nuances. On the palate, it delivers a refreshing burst of flavours, balanced by a crisp minerality and a lingering, elegant finish. Kim Crawford’s commitment to sustainable viticulture and precise vinification ensures a wine of exceptional quality and character. Perfectly suited for pairing with seafood, salads, or as a delightful aperitif, this Sauvignon Blanc exemplifies the finesse and sophistication that discerning connoisseurs seek. Elevate your collection with the distinguished Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc Spitfire SP 2023. |
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Auckland | 2 | 95 (WA) |
In Bond
€599.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2014 Coddington Chardonnay leads with beeswax and brine, pressed white flowers, crushed shells and chalky minerality. The wine is restrained and elegant, mouthfilling in its intensity and showing spicy prowess through the finish. It's very, very good, excellent, in fact. Notions of oak-derived (?) bacon fat through the finish boost complexity and interest. There's plenty of time left to go here. |
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Auckland | 1 | 91+ (WA) |
In Bond
€599.00 |
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Wine Advocate (91+)The 2015 Coddington Chardonnay is youthfully muted with subtle suggestions of lemon curd, lime leaves and grapefruit peel plus a yeasty, toasty, cedary waft. Light to medium-bodied, fine, fresh and delicate in the mouth, it delivers good citrus and yeasty notes. |
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Auckland | 1 | 95 (TRR) |
In Bond
€249.00 |
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The Real Review (95)Ripe stone fruit/peach/nectarine flavours with nutty oak, vanilla, and bready yeast lees flavours. Complex and accessible wine that would benefit from a little bottle age but is deliciously accessible now. |
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Auckland | 1 | 91 (TRR) |
In Bond
€154.00 |
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The Real Review (91)Bright, tangy, high-energy wine with grapefruit, green apple, oyster shell and lemon blossom flavours supported by taut acidity that gives the wine a nod in the direction of Chablis. |
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Auckland | 1 | 93 (JS) |
In Bond
€121.00 |
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James Suckling (93)This is fresh, crunchy and clean, with mineral and spice notes and plenty of salty undertones. Sliced lemons and apples. Medium-bodied with a fresh finish. Drink now. Screw cap. |
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Auckland | 3 | - |
In Bond
€301.00 |
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