A savory and succulent red with strawberry and slate character. Medium-bodied, it has fine and dusty tannins and a tangy, fresh finish. Lemon-rind undertones. So delicious now. Drink or hold. Score - 93. (jamessuckling.com, Nov. 7, 2024)

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc put New Zealand on the wine world map. It delivers intense, now-classic flavours of gooseberry, melon, lime and mineral. Pair with grilled chicken, grilled calamari, mildly spiced vegetarian dishes, or stuffed crab.