Noticeable oak; smoky and chocolaty, but there is a deeply concentrated boysenberry, blackberry, rosehip, hibiscus fruit core which rises to meet it. Young but not closed, the palate has elegance and a blooming, backwardness which expands across the finish with length and evolving complexity. Sleek in shape and medium-bodied but flowing, it has sneaky intensity and innate depth. A finely balanced, perfumed and classy effort. Drink date: 2024-2039. Score - 95. (Stephen Wong, MW, therealreview.com, March 22, 2024)

A well-rounded, flavorful and inspired sauvignon blanc with papayas, passion fruit sorbet and fresh herbs on the nose. Medium-bodied with bright acidity. Delicious lime character on the palate, with a succulent texture. Long, focused and savory finish. Drink or hold. Score - 93. (jamessuckling.com, Oct. 12, 2025)

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.

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)