glengarry wines september winelretter #179
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Wines for the Warmer Weather, Pol Roger, Gibbston Valley, France 2009, Perfect Pinots, Spring Cocktails, September Top10TRANSCRIPT
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pol roger
gibbston valley
france 2009
perfect pinots
spring cocktails
september top10
wines for the
warm weather
Happy birthday, Glengarry Ellerslie! Yep, one year ago we opened a new store in the historic Auckland suburb. This vibrant little community is located along-side the Southern Motorway, just 7km south of central Auckland, and we’re right at the centre of it. Take the Tecoma St off-ramp and you’ll find yourself bang in the middle of the township, with our store located at 87 Main Highway in the old Southern Cross Building.
Our Ellerslie store is helmed by the irrepressible Madeleine Sharpin who, with the Advanced Level WSET and Professional Wine Studies under her belt, is currently working towards a qualification in International Business and Marketing while managing Ellerslie fulltime. Madeleine is very passionate about her store, and with the impressive amount of wine knowledge at her fingertips, she’ll be able to enlighten you on pretty much anything you need to know.
To celebrate our first year here, Madeleine and her team are hosting a 3-day celebration from Thursday the 6th to Saturday the 8th of September. On the Thursday evening Moa Brewery’s Josh Scott will be instore conducting a craft beer tasting; Friday night, it’s the turn of Glengarry’s effervescent Fine Wine Consultant, Regan McCaffery, to conduct a champagne tasting (a subject he knows intimately); then on Saturday afternoon, we’ll be doing a test-run through some of the new 2012 wines featured within this publication.
Of course there’ll be some outstanding birthday deals instore, and with every 12-bottle purchase made over the three-day period, we’ll throw in a twin-pack of Riedel glasses – a small birthday gift from us to you. Knowing how you love your Riedel in Ellerslie, we will also have some razor-sharp deals available on their Vinum range of glassware.
No birthday celebration is complete without a bit of birthday cake, and we’ve had mini cupcake versions made of the one that Madeline is holding in order to spread the love. Here’s to many more years as part of the Ellerslie community.
Jak Jakicevich
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Each Riedel glass is cleverly crafted to enhance the characters of a particular variety; for instance, this Vinum tapers in towards the top in order to accentuate Sauvignon’s aromatic characters. You have to try this glass – discover the difference it makes to your wine!
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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 6 $14.49 a bOTTlE
The vastly experienced Peter Saunders delivers up a great value, single vineyard Pinot from his own Waipara estate. Vibrantly ruby-esque in the bottle, the classic varietal aromas of black cherry are coloured with spice and a sensibly grounded touch of earthiness. Medium-weighted, nicely rounded, ridiculously priced.
rrp $19.99 now $14.99 18655
Rockfacewaipara Pinot Noir 2011
case of 12 $15.49 a bOTTlE
Wearing its perfume on its sleeve, the Tiki wafts an enticing combination of peach, passionfruit and the tropics your way before pinning on its classic herbaceous flavours of gooseberry, topped off with an eye-opening splash of zingy citrus. Great wine, stonking value.
was $23.00 now $15.99 18939
Tikimarlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2011
case of 12 $18.49 a bOTTlE
Charm and finesse are two words right at home in the Spy residence. With six different clones, indigenous yeasts, French oak, lees stirring and subtle malolactic, there has evidently been some serious work done out the back. Finally, though, it arrives in the glass, where a deliciously creamy texture envelops the citrus-laced tropical flavours in a quiet embrace that leaves you hankering for more.
was $24.90 now $18.99 18331
Spy Valleymarlborough Chardonnay 2010
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was $16.99 now $10.99 10008
clearwater covemarlborough pinot gris 2011
case of 6 $14.49 a bOTTlE
was $16.90 now $14.99 10470
dr renwickmarlborough sauvignon blanc 2011
case of 12 $14.49 a bOTTlE
was $18.90 now $14.99 90513
montes classic serieschilean merlot 2010
case of 12 $15.49 a bOTTlE
was $19.90 now $15.99 11376
brookfields ohiti estatehawkes bay cabernet 2010
case of 6 $16.49 a bOTTlE
was $20.99 now $16.99 12629
coupers shedhawkes bay chardonnay 2010
case of 6 $16.49 a bOTTlE
rrp $23.99 now $16.99 10596
almost organic marlborough pinot gris 2010
case of 12 $22.49 a bOTTlE
was $29.00 now $22.99 13608
main dividecanterbury pinot noir 2009
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An exceptional vintage merges with a great house to provide an irresistible combination. The Brut Rosé rides delicately in on an aromatic cloud of rose petals. But don’t be fooled; this Pinot-driven rosé is rich and weighty, effortlessly combining body with finesse. There are few of the 2002 vintage left on our shelves, but it’s no great surprise that the quality fiends at Pol Roger have given this Lovely extended time to mature before allowing it out of the house. That’s what we’d do if it were our daughter.
champagne
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was $130.00 now$115.00 48239
brut rosÉ vintage 2002
Intensely golden, with a healthy sparkle in its eye and a delicate bouquet of fresh fruit, white flowers and sweet spices. Displaying a generous palate of fruit and pastries nuanced with honeyed apricots & poached pears, the Brut Vintage is lushly rounded and tautly textured. With 12 years on the clock, it is drinking beautifully right now, but will reward those with the patience to pop it into the cellar.
was $117.00 now$99.00 48241
Pol Rogerbrut vintage 2000
POl ROGER 48242 blanc de blancs vintage 2000 was $140.00 now $115.0048234 cuvÉe sir winston churchill 1999 was $280.00 now $245.00
was $89.00 now$69.99 48210
Pol Rogerbrut rÉserve NV
Few champagne houses remain in family hands. The impressively-pedigreed Pol Roger is one of them. Residing in the heart of Epernay with cellars running immediately below the Avenue de Champagne for over seven kilometres, they are highly-skilled vinous alchemists in possession of an exquisite collection of wines. Not one of the region’s show ponies, Pol none-theless lead the charge from the front.
The English obviously love them, with Pol Roger one of only eight houses to bear the English Royal Seal and the late Winston Churchill clutching Pol to his steely heart as a personal favourite. They gained what many would regard as the ultimate royal approval when handed the prized task of providing the wedding champagne for the wee shindig recently held by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
Pol Roger
still in fAmily hAnds, pol roger is one of the greAts
some of the 7 kilometres of cellars that run beneath pol roger
‘Enough personality to be a vintage champagne,’ say Wine Spectator, and its frothy vivacity makes the Pol NV both widely respected and hugely popular. An aristocratic yet approachable wine, it delivers layer upon layer of exquisitely balanced flavour and texture, its richly lush fruit and toast defined by precise and refreshing citrus and acid.Withheld for double the amount of time required before release, it is consistently outstanding.
A celebrAtion of spArkling wines from Across the globe to mAke every dAy A festive occAsion
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case of 6 $19.49 a bOTTlE
was $34.99 now$19.99 19284
Trinity Hill H hawkes bay
Blanc de Blancs Traditionnelle Brut NV
This is both a good and a bad news story: the good news has to be the deal: at $19.99 it’s a price never before seen for this wine; plus, purchase it and you’re in the draw to win a limited edition print. The bad news? It’s your last chance to buy this quality-driven sparkler, with Trinity discontinuing production. A rich and creamy Chardonnay-based méthode, it shows its winemaking finesse and has benefited greatly from spending the last two years in the bottle.
case of 12 $9.49 a bOTTlEwas $19.90 now $9.99 20828
australia de bortolifs sparkling brut nv
case of 6 $13.49 a bOTTlEwas $18.90 now $13.99 54525
germany henkelltrocken sparkling wine nv
case of 6 $14.49 a bOTTlEwas $18.90 now $14.99 62810
italy tostiasti docg nv
case of 6 $14.49 a bOTTlEwas $19.90 now $14.99 88051
spain pereladabrut reserva cava nv
case of 12 $16.49 a bOTTlEwas $23.90 now $16.99 43010
france saint-meylandmÉthode traditionnelle brut nv
case of 6 $19.49 a bOTTlEwas $29.00 now $19.99 17397
nZ allan scott ceciliamÉthode traditionnelle brut nv
case of 6 $26.49 a bOTTlEwas $31.99 now $26.99 12145
nZ daniel le brunmÉthode traditionnelle brut nv
case of 6 $29.49 a bOTTlEwas $39.90 now $29.99 12122
nZ cloudy baypelorus brut nv
was $43.00 now $29.99 12167
nZ no.1 family cuvÉe no.1mÉthode traditionnelle brut nv
purchase a bottleof h and go in the draw to win 1 of 17 limited edition prints of restless heart, the painting created by noted englishartist John hoyland and used in his h label design**For more detai ls go to www.glengarry.co.nz/tr ini tycomp
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A mutation of the mysterious and elusive Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris possesses its own degree of unpredictability, coming as it does in a wide range of styles that can leave one a little uncertain of what to expect. In NZ our style is varied and only just starting to establish a defined character, with two regions leading the charge for the crown: Marlborough leans towards the richer stylings, a la Alsace, while the Central Otago wines tend to be drier. One thing’s for certain; you can’t make many generalizations when it comes to the intriguing PG.
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case of 12 $15.49 a bOTTlE
was $19.90 now $15.99 13628
lake chalicemarlborough pinot gris 2012
case of 6 $15.49 a bOTTlE
was $19.99 now $15.99 12242
the nedmarlborough pinot gris 2012
case of 6 $18.49 a bOTTlE
was $23.90 now $18.99 12202
black barnhawkes bay rosÉ 2012
case of 12 $19.49 a bOTTlE
was $25.99 now $19.99 13078
Jules taylorgisborne rosÉ 2012
case of 12 $21.49 a bOTTlE
was $35.50 now $21.99 41383
chÂteau riotorcÔtes de provence rosÉ 2010
case of 6 $29.49 a bOTTlE
was $36.90 now $29.99 10119
akaruacentral otago rosÉ brut nv
Nothing says the sun’s come out like a nice chilled glass of rosé. The styles are diverse, with some produced from free-run juice (the first juice off the red grapes), while others are made by adding a little red to the white. Colour can be deceiving; for instance, the lightest here, the Riotor, is pretty and fragrant, yet on the palate impressively weighty. And it’s our top-selling rosé. As a warm weather enhancer, rosé is brilliant; if you haven’t discovered that yet, it’s time to catch up.
case of 12 $16.49 a bOTTlE
was $19.90 now $16.99 12498
devil’s staircasecentral otago pinot gris 2012
case of 12 $21.49 a bOTTlE
was $26.90 now $21.99 10202
akaruacentral otago pinot gris 2011
case of 12 $19.49 a bOTTlE
was $25.90 now $19.99 13081
Jules taylormarlborough pinot gris 2012
drinking
case of 12 $24.49 a bOTTlE
rrp $29.99 now $24.99 17110
peregrinecentral otago rosÉ 2012
Wonder what the benefits of buying this way are? We’ll tell you: 1) you’ll save more, beyond the already discounted individual wines; 2) no need to wade your way through the myriad of confusing choices out there – we’ve done that for you; 3) You get to try something new, wines you may not otherwise encounter but that we know you’ll love; 4) It’s a quick and easy process using your choice of ordering systems; 5) Freight is only $2.50 per case, and we’ll deliver anywhere in New Zealand. What’s more, buy regularly and the freight is free!
Leading the pack by a country mile, Sauvignon is our golden child, the first releases of the season eagerly anticipated the world over. NZ’s zingingly fresh and fruity expressions habitually indicate that spring has at last arrived, ushering in the delightful cycle of fresh garden produce and warm weather cuisine. You’ll find the general run of 2012 Savs released a little later than usual, thanks to the abundance of 2011 wines still on the market after that record-busting vintage. From those quick off the block, we’ve grabbed a selection of top sellers.
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case of 12 $14.49 a bOTTlE
was $17.90 now $14.99 14974
mount rileymarlborough sauvignon blanc 2012
case of 6 $15.49 a bOTTlE
was $21.99 now $15.99 13739
te tera martinborough
sauvignon blanc 2012
case of 12 $15.49 a bOTTlE
was $22.90 now $15.99 18308
saint clairmarlborough sauvignon blanc 2012
case of 12 $19.49 a bOTTlE
was $25.99 now $19.99 13077
Jules taylormarlborough sauvignon blanc 2012
the cold is receding And sun-drenched wining And dining descends upon us once more. lightly stepping, refreshing flAvours Are whAt it’s All About As we spring our wAy into summer.
case of 12 $16.49 a bOTTlE
was $19.90 now $16.99 13627
lake chalicemarlborough sauvignon blanc 2012
taste of spring 71242
3 bottles of each wine
Jules taylor gisborne rosÉ 2012
akarua central otago rosÉ brut nv
devil’s staircase central otago pinot gris 2012
lake chalice marlborough sauvignon blanc 2012
$220.00
ORdER yOuR CaSE NOW ONlINE: www.glengarry.co.nz/casedealsfREEPhONE: 0800 733 505 EMaIl: [email protected]
spring savvies 71244
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lake chalice marlborough sauvignon blanc 2012
Jules taylor marlborough sauvignon blanc 2012
mount riley marlborough sauvignon blanc 2012
te tera martinborough sauvignon blanc 2012
$189.00
spring value 71243
3 bottles of each wine
de bortoli family selection sparkling brut nv
devil’s staircase central otago pinot gris 2012
lake chalice marlborough sauvignon blanc 2012
nugan third generation chardonnay 2011
$144.00
60mL Chambord Vodka15mL Dolin Blanc Vermouth2 dashes Orange bitters
Add all the ingredients to a mixing glass and stir well with good quality ice until freezing cold. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
chambord flavoured vodka700ml
dolin vermouth blanc 750ml
the pair for $79.99 71248
45mL Jack Daniel’s Old No. 715mL Cointreau30mL Freshly squeezed lemon juice Premium lemonade
Shake the Jack Daniel’s, Cointreau and lemon juice thoroughly (with ice) in a shaker and strain into a large glass filled to the top with ice. Add lemonade and stir well.
Jack daniel’s old no.7 tennessee whiskey1 litre
cointreau 700ml
the pair for $99.99 71247
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lynchberg lemonade
chambord vodka martini
60mL Mount Gay Eclipse Silver Rum30mL Fresh lime juice20mL Sugar syrup Fresh mint leaves Stoke Ginger Beer
Add mint, sugar syrup, and lime juice to a large glass with a good wave of ginger beer. Stir well to extract the flavour, but keep the mint leaves intact. Three-quarters fill the glass with ice and add rum. Stir lightly. Top with ice and add more ginger beer.
mount gay eclipse silver rum 1 litre
stoke ginger beer 330ml 4-pack
the pair for $45.99 71246
ginger moJito
introduce urban bar ambience to your house
minus the abundant clientele and intimidating
door staff. you’ll save lots of dosh doing these
cocktails at home, and impress the hell out of
your friends at the same time! below, we show
you how it’s done and what it should look like.
45mL Hayman’s London Dry Gin60mL Piper Cuvée Brut NV champagne Fresh juice from half a lemon ½ tsp white sugar
Add the Hayman’s London Dry, lemon juice and sugar into a shakerwith lots of ice and shake well. Strain into a chilled champagne flute and top with the Piper NV. Garnish with a wedge of lemon.
hayman’s gin 1l
piper cuvÉe brut nv750ml
the pair for $89.99 71245
french 75
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15007 stratum mArlborough pinot noir 2011 wAs $22.99 $11.9912544 the edge mArtinborough pinot noir 2011 wAs $26.00 $22.9919311 two paddocks picnic pinot noir 2009 wAs $32.90 $24.9910108 akarua centrAl otAgo pinot noir 2011 wAs $43.90 $34.99
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Another quartet of NZ Pinots with their individual, terroir-derived
points of difference proudly on display, exceptional producers
one and all. From Central’s A-lister Sam Neill to Martinborough’s
pioneering Pinot maestro Larry McKenna, the inimitable Akarua
to the impressive Stratum, quality and style reign supreme.
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Requiring a set of easy-drinking, guaranteed quality sub-tenners to pour a glass of after hours? Here they are, all three of them lined up by us and ready to be consumed by you. With the sizeable discount attached, you’re getting more than your money’s worth.
20929 de bortoli
fAmily selection pinot grigio 2010 wAs $19.90 $9.99
20406 rooks lane shirAz 2011 wAs $19.90 $9.99
20149 nugan
third generAtion chArdonnAy 2011 wAs $19.90 $9.99
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Waiheke pioneers Kim and Jeanette Goldwater are the inspiration behind
this little slice of wine producing heaven nestled on the edge of Putiki
Bay. Longtime advocates of sustainable winemaking, the boutique vine-
yard is now managed by son in-law Ken Christie and is also home to the
Goldwater Wine Science Centre, run by the University of Auckland in
tandem with the Goldie Wines operation. The best fruit is retained for the
Goldie range, while their Island range is made in an earlier drinking, more
accessible style.
ISlaNd 13022 chardonnay 2012 rrp $22.99 $19.99
GOldIE 13015 syrah 2011 rrp $36.99 $31.9913011 cabernet merlot franc 2010 rrp $50.99 $44.99
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Finocchiona is a traditional Tuscan salami made from finely-ground pork and flavoured with fennel that takes its name from finocchio, the Italian word for the fragrant herb. A popular delicacy in Tuscan parts, it is great served solo or as part of an antipasto platter. As in France, the food and wine of Italy’s regions are designed to go together, so try this with a chilled glass of Vernaccia or a spicy Chianti.
56838 lEvONI salame finocchiona 80g $8.90
A traditional Burgundian cheese, its pungent aroma not for the faint-hearted. A washed rind cheese, the exterior is distinctly orange, the interior a light yellow and somewhat creamy. As it ripens, the centre goes all gooey and almost runs off the plate. It can be consumed young, while the centre is still firm (at this point it is mild and creamy, not unlike Port Salut) or when ripe, when it is runny and quite strong. Its Burgundian origins pair it well with Pinot and Chardonnay, though a crisp Riesling is good company too.
recipe by dida’s head chef, vincent marshall
What’s the best way to store cheese? The best way is not to. Where applicable, have it cut off a larger piece and eat it shortly thereafter. Be sure to take the cheese from the fridge and bring it to room temperature before serving.
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crispy-skinned salmon fillet with pea & parmesan pesto and spring vegetable medley
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53626 ChalaNCEy Époisses 250g $16.99
dida’s food storeJervois rd
dida’s wine loungeJervois rd
dida’s food storetakapuna
dida’s wine loungedevonport
dida’s victoria parkwellesley st west
finocchiona salami
ingredients
180g salmon fillet with the skin on 150g freshly-shelled peas 50g grana padano parmesan 50ml canola oil 2 cloves of garlic half a handful of fresh mint Zest of half a lemon
100g baby carrots, peeled 50g snowpeas
season salmon fillet on both sides with salt. heat a pan to medium temp and place the fillet in the pan skin-side up. cook for 2 mins on that side then turn over and cook for another 2 mins until crispy.
while cooking the salmon, blanch and refresh the peas (reserving some for the vegetable medley), then blend them in a food processor with grated parmesan, mint, lemon Zest, oil and garlic until a chunky pesto is achieved. season.
blanch the baby carrots and the snow peas Just before serving, then present the salmon atop the spring vegetables with the pesto spooned over.
dida’s food stores 54 Jervois rd herne bay ph 361 6157 178 hurstmere rd takapuna ph 489 4728
dida’s wine lounges 54 Jervois rd herne bay ph 376 2813 54 victoria st devonport ph 445 1392
dida’s wine lounge & food store victoria park 118 wellesley st west ph 308 8319
the ideal pairing for this salmon dish: Jules taylor marlborough sauvignon blanc 2012
Hand harvested from GV’s La Dulcinée vine-yard in Bendigo. Fermented in stainless steel barriques and lees-aged to preserve freshness and add texture. Elegantly alluring, with tiers of fragrant fruit aromas and flavours balanced by a lovely Central minerality that makes the finish stand up and salute in your mouth. Exceptional.
case of 12 $32.49 a bOTTlE
was $42.00 now$32.99 12958
la dulcinÉe Pinot Gris 2011
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case of 12 $26.49 a bOTTlE
was $39.00 now$26.99 12911
Gibbston Valleycentral otago Riesling 2010
GIbbSTON vallEy central otago 12919 pinot gris 2011 was $39.00 now $26.9912950 gold river pinot noir 2011 was $37.99 now $26.9912959 china terrace pinot noir 2010 was $69.99 now $52.9912953 school house pinot noir 2010 was $69.99 now $52.9912907 reserve pinot noir 2009 was $150.00 now $89.99
case of 12 $40.49 a bOTTlE
Pedigree and consistency are the hallmarks of this, Gibbston Valley’s standard-bearing Pinot. A blend of hand-harvested, estate-grown fruit, it wraps its aromas of cherry, cassis and spicy oak around a richly flavoured palate. Fragrant, elegant, complex, earthy, softly intense. It’s good to go, but if you have the patience, it’ll sleep nicely in the cellar for 8-10.
was $68.99 now$40.99 12906
Gibbston Valleycentral otago Pinot Noir 2010
Back in 1981 Gibbston Valley’s Alan Brady planted 350 vines, releasing his first wine in 1987. Twenty five years on and around 300 awards later, Gibbston Valley has gained global recognition for its quintessential Central Otago Pinots.
These days they own eight vineyards in Gibbston and Bendigo. GV’s Winemaker Christopher Keys explains: ‘Each site provides a different terroir, resulting in wines with distinctive flavour profiles that give us the opportunity to celebrate the diversity of the region.’ That statement of intent is realised beautifully in their exceptional single vineyard expressions.
While the company’s main focus is undoubtedly Pinot Noir, it also boasts a collection of other varietals, all crafted with the same meticulous attention to detail that is the defining signature of this Central Otago institution.
25 yeArs on this pioneering centrAlotAgo winery is still going strong
Gibbston Valley
Once again, the hand harvesting of fruit reflects Gibbston Valley’s deep-seated respect for the traditional approach. Ambrosial aromas of lemon peel and rose petal are edged by mineral notes, the palate itself keenly focused, off-dry, with the intense stonefruit flavours nuanced by a bracing lime-accented character. Works beautifully as an aperitif, equally well paired with food.
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The ‘château-on-the-side’ of Christian Moueix, the owner of Pomerol’s dazzling Château Petrus, Puy-Blanquet is located within Pomerol’s neighbouring appellation, Saint-Émilion. The Merlot dominated Puy-Blanquet wines benefit from amazing vine age, with the 2009 exhibiting all the hallmarks of this great vintage, i.e. super-ripe fruit, bold tannins and the class that is encountered in all Moueix wines. With a portion of the wine aged in new oak, it is still quite young; if you are going to try it now, give it some time in a decanter (May we suggest a Riedel one?). Will benefit from 5–10 years tucked away in the cellar. Go for a case; you won’t regret it.
was $49.00 now$36.99 44202
chÂteau Puy-BlanquetSaint-Émilion 2009
clAssified wines43691 chÂteau PlINCEpomerol 2009 was $89.00 now $69.99
41195 chÂteau bOuRGNEufpomerol 2009 was $99.00 now $74.99
42564 chÂteau la SERREsaint-Émilion 2009 was $120.00 now $99.00
43669 chÂteau la laGuNEhaut-mÉdoc 2009 was $181.00 now $139.00
41674 chÂteau bRaNE-CaNTENaC
margauX 2009 was $238.00 now $199.00
42630 chÂteau laSCOMbESmargauX 2009 was $299.00 now $245.00
42650 chÂteau lÉOvIllE-baRTON saint-Julien 2009 was $315.00 now $245.00
42148 chÂteau PIChON-lONGuEvIllE baron 2009 was $443.00 now $350.00
43270 chÂteau MONTROSE saint-estÈphe 2009 was $529.00 now $445.00
41692 chÂteau fIGEaCsaint-Émilion 2009 was $779.00 now $650.00
second wines44402 chÂteau GRuaud-laROSEsarget de gruaud-larose
saint-Julien 2009 was $68.00 now $54.99
42187 chÂteau PETIT-vIllaGEle Jardin de petit-village
pomerol 2009 was $88.00 now $59.99
42190 chÂteau PIChON-lONGuEvIllE les tourelles de longueville
pauillac 2009 was $118.00 now $89.00
41197 chÂteau MONTROSEla dame de montrose 2009saint-estÈphe 2009 was $155.00 now $125.00
petits chÂteAuX41167 chÂteau la verriÈrebordeauX 2009 was $27.90 now $18.99
41137 chÂteau ronan by clinet
bordeauX 2009 was $31.00 now $24.99
2009frAnce’s unforgettable vintage
It’s rare to hear such unanimous praise for a vintage; when it came to 2009, winemakers, merchants and the wine press seemed to speak with one voice, with the word of the moment being ‘outstanding.’
So what’s all the fuss about? Almost perfect growing conditions produced some amazingly bold, fruit-driven wines. Combine that with the pedigree of perhaps the world’s greatest terroir, and these wines are going to last a very long time – we’re talking 40–60 years.
The unfortunate news in a vintage like this is that many of the top wines have already been sold. We did offer them at the time via our en primeur website, and congratulate our customers that took advantage of the opportunity to purchase early at a reduced price (to be part of the action next year visit www.enprimeur.co.nz).
All is not lost, however; some stocks of the top wines have just landed and are listed here. The great news, of course, is that it’s not just the top classified wines that excelled in 2009, the ‘second’ wines of the classifieds are knock-outs too, as are the petits châteaux, entry-level wines that over-deliver in the quality stakes. Here’s an idea: purchase some 2009 wines for the cellar, then forget about them for a while and enjoy the rewards of your wisdom in the years to come.
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case of 12 $16.49 a bOTTlE
was $19.99 now $16.99 62825
rivera rupicolocastel del monte doc 2009
case of 6 $19.49 a bOTTlE
was $25.99 now $19.99 62826
rivera violanteapulia nero di troia doc 2008
case of 6 $19.49 a bOTTlE
was $29.00 now $19.99 62846
terrelÍade nirÀsicilia nero d’avola igt 2009
case of 12 $24.49 a bOTTlE
was $28.90 now $24.99 62547
santa margheritavaldadige pinot grigio doc 2010
case of 6 $29.49 a bOTTlE
was $36.90 now $29.99 62392
cecchi vino nobiledi montepulciano docg 2008
case of 12 $16.49 a bOTTlE
was $28.90 now $16.99 88079
protosribera del duero rosado 2010
case of 6 $18.49 a bOTTlE
was $24.90 now $18.99 88046
perelada 3 fincascrianZa 2008
case of 12 $18.49 a bOTTlE
was $26.90 now $18.99 88034
huerta de albalabarbaZul 2009
case of 12 $19.50 a bOTTlE
was $37.90 now $20.00 88111
Ziosrias baiXas albariÑo 2010
case of 12 $24.49 a bOTTlE
was $36.90 now $24.99 88054
palacios remondorioJa la montesa 2008
Here, the smoothly voluptuous Primitivo grape adroitly combines structure with elegance to create a warm and heady concoction of flavours, swirling notes of plum, chocolate and blackcurrant over-laid with rich, spice-edged aromas of blackberry, violet and anise. ‘Triusco’ translates as full-bodied, mouthfilling, exceptional. Exactly.
was $34.99 now $24.99 62827
Rivera triusco
apulia Primitivo IGT 2009
case of 6 $24.49 a bOTTlE
case of 6 $19.49 a bOTTlE
Aromatic nuances of black cherry and plum conduct their dance with whispers of leather, tobacco and spice, while ripe berry flavours recline on a medium-weighted bed supported by traces of liquorice, cocoa and vanilla. It’s all held neatly in focus by the supple tannins. Deftly balanced, velvety-smooth, superb value.
was $25.00 now $19.99 88009
Solar ViejorioJa Crianza 2009
Award-winning winemaker Ben Riggs is one of Australia’s major talents, a down-to-earth and genial gent who honed his skills at McLaren Vale’s historic Wirra Wirra winery. His CV is immense, and beyond his home turf includes time spent in the Napa, Bordeaux, Greece, Italy and the south of France. Ben’s access to top-tier fruit is second to none, through relationships forged with some of Australia’s finest growers.
In 2001 he established the Mr. Riggs label to make finely-tuned wines imbued with individual character. In his own words: ‘The aim of Mr. Riggs wines is to express the essence of the vineyard, in a style that I enjoy drinking; big, rich and complex, but also with finesse and elegance. My aim is to produce iconic wines from iconic regions.’
With 25 vintages under his belt at home and a further eight offshore, Ben Riggs has undoubtedly earned his spurs, his body of work garnering him an enviable international reputation.
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ben riggs’ piebald valley vineyard
ben riggs
case of 6 $20.49 a bOTTlE
A dark and brooding ruby blend sourced from some of McLaren Vale’s top sites. The bouquet exhales its ripe blackberry, plum and spice aromas onto a palate that is silky and richly opulent, each component adding its own brilliant character to the seamlessly integrated mix. Superb.
rrp $25.99 now $20.99 25677
three corner Jack
mclaren vale Shiraz Cabernet Merlot 2010
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case of 12 $12.49 a bOTTlE
was $16.90 now $12.99 29820
yalumba galway vintagebarossa shiraZ 2011
case of 6 $14.49 a bOTTlE
was $21.00 now $14.99 28075
taylors eighty acresmclaren vale shiraZ viognier 2008
case of 12 $16.49 a bOTTlE
was $22.99 now $16.99 25602
moJosouth australia shiraZ 2011
case of 12 $18.49 a bOTTlE
was $26.99 now $18.99 22111
Jim barry the cover drivecoonawarra cabernet 2010
case of 12 $21.49 a bOTTlE
rrp $26.50 now $21.99 20654
coriole redstonemclaren vale shiraZ 2010
MIXEd CaSE OffER: 71249 a taste of australia $199.00MR. RIGGS three corner Jack shiraZ cabernet merlot 2010yaluMba galway vintage shiraZ 2011TaylORS eighty acres shiraZ viognier 2008JIM baRRy the cover drive cabernet sauvignon 2010
rediscover the wines
of the lucky country
with our pick of the
best aussies on offer
mclaren vale over-achiever
each month, from the hundreds of wines submitted to us, the glengarry tasting panel selects our top ten wines
Gros Frère & Soeurhautes cÔtes de nuits Bourgogne 2009
case of 12 $29.49 a bottle
was $39.00 now$29.99 41006
This delightful Burgundian Pinot exhibits old world rusticity and charm, with notes of cherry and spice beautifully poised and the rich and fleshy character artfully enhanced with silky tannins.
1 Waipara Hills eQuinoXwaipara Pinot Gris 2011
case of 6 $24.49 a bottle
was $32.90 now$24.99 10475
A single vineyard PG that unabashedly extends its invitation to sip via ripe pipfruit aromas wrapped in almond and ginger. The texture is suavely rich, the well-defined fruit signed off with a crisp, lively finish.
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Villa Maria clifford baymarlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2011
case of 6 $22.49 a bottle
was $28.99 now$22.99 19551
A youthfully exuberant but well-behaved Sauvignon Blanc sporting aromas and flavours of herb-accented currant and gooseberry supported by a streak of fresh lime and a steely mineral finish. Vibrant.
3 Craggy Rangegimblett gravels te kahu 2010
case of 12 $22.49 a bottle
was $28.90 now$22.99 11355
CR’s much admired Te Kahu is a Merlot-dominant Bordeaux blend, boldly styled and replete with plums and berries enhanced by minty hints of herb and a dab of spicy oak. Delicious drinking.
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GuigalCôtes du Rhône 2009
case of 12 $19.99 a bottle
was $28.00 now$20.99 44977
One of the Rhône’s finest producers combines with one of the best vintages in recent history to produce this Syrah-Grenache-Mourvèdre blend. Lovely fruit, firm yet elegant. Outstanding value.
5 Isabel Estatemarlborough Chardonnay 2008
case of 12 $20.49 a bottle
was $23.90 now$20.99 10466
Classic cool climate, elegant Chardonnay with pip-fruit aromas supported by citrus and mineral notes. The creamy, mouthfilling flavours are delivered to your door by a fine, lingering finish. Quality drop.
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Grower’s Mark gary nealballochdale Pinot Noir 2011
case of 6 $19.49 a bottle
was $21.99 now$19.99 10756
Intense nose, heady and haunting, the palate a rich expanse, fleshy and layered, with the firm acid and fine-grained tannins playing side-car to the pulsing engine of throbbing fruit. Whispers its elegance.
7 Matua Valley single vineyardawatere valley Sauvignon Blanc 2010
case of 6 $24.49 a bottle
was $31.99 now$24.99 14070
Impressive aromatics herald the arrival of a ripe and stylish, fruit-driven wine where tropical fruit, citrus and herbaceous notes glide atop a textural mouthfeel until they’re sent packing by the lively finale.
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Killikanoonkillermans run Shiraz 2010
case of 12 $22.49 a bottle
was $29.90 now$22.99 22344
This beautifully crafted Clare Valley Shiraz basks in aromas of black cherry and plum underscored by spice and oak. The concentrated fruit is matched by a rich mouthfeel and a buoyant lingering finish.
9 Jules Taylormarlborough Grüner Veltliner 2011
case of 12 $19.49 a bottle
was $25.90 now$19.99 12459
The delicately perfumed nose of peach is chased by orange blossom and a caress of mineral. The stone-fruit is echoed on the palate, where it picks up a spike of mandarin. Spice warms the finish. Delicious, Jules.
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buy ThE SEPTEMbER TOP10 MIXEd CaSE: one bottle of each wine for $220 71250
The number of craft breweries in New Zealand has exploded in recent years, as has a general interest in the artists of the beer world.
The designation of craft beer producer has come to reflect an approach to brewing that is focused more on creating a niche via quality and diversity than on establishing world domination through low pricing and uniformity.
Beer Week at Glengarry is all about shining the spotlight on these artisans, with a series of nightly tastings in every Glengarry store and a collection of big events over each of the seven nights.
Whether seasoned pro or enthusiastic novice, there’ll be something to arouse your interest, for sure.
Join us as we celebrate our flourishing craft beer industry with seven nights of great instore tastings and events
Jump online at www.glengarry.co.nZ/beerweek to find out more and to book for events:
Meet the talented Josh Scott over an evening of Beer Options Attend an Auckland Brewers’ Beer Dinner Experience a brewing masterclass with Hallertau Explore the brilliant Stoke range with Dean McCashin Enjoy an evening of craft beer with char-grilled meat and live music Take part in a Great IPA Taste Off Spend a leisurely afternoon putting your beer-making skills to the test