Wines from South Island
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Piko 2007 Pinot Noir (South Island)
- $18
A nice effort at a nice price, the 2007 Piko Pinot Noir captures that elusive supple, silky mouthfeel of Pinot, then adds black cherry fruit, touches of mushroomy complexity and hints of vanilla and cinnamon. A delicate but strong herbal note adds a sinewy core. Drink now–2012.
— J.C.
(3/1/2009)
Mount Riley 2004 Pinot Noir (South Island)
- $17
Light in color, but flavorful, boasting hints of cherry, mushroom and mint. Medium-bodied, with a supple mouthfeel and a lingering finish. A blend of fruit from Brightwater (Nelson) and Wairau (Marlborough). Imported by Quintessential LLC.
— J.C.
(12/1/2005)
Redcliffe 2007 Riesling (South Island)
- Best Buy
- $12
Light and lithe, with quintessential Riesling aromas and flavors of green apple, pineapple and lime, all wrapped up by a crisp, refreshing finish. A nice quaffer for the warm months ahead.
— J.C.
(5/1/2008)
Brancott 2006 Pinot Noir (South Island)
- $13
A lightweight, delicate Pinot Noir, with a light ruby hue and pretty cherry and herb flavors framed by oaky notes of brown sugar and vanilla. Good value. Imported by Pernod Ricard USA.
— J.C.
(12/1/2007)
Brancott 2007 Pinot Noir (South Island)
- Editors' Choice
- $12
Montana (sold as Brancott here in the U.S.) has been trying to make good Pinot at a good price for years, and they seem to be getting closer to their goal. The 2007 South Island Pinot blends fruit from Waipara and Marlborough into a soft, round, cuddly whole, redolent of root beer and beet root and ending with a flourish of tart cherries. Drink now.
— J.C.
(3/1/2009)
eco.love 2009 Riesling (South Island)
- $17
Light to medium in body, with simple off-dry apple and citrus flavors and a hint of peppery spice on the finish. Drink now.
— J.C.
(4/1/2012)
Vinterra 2010 Pinot Noir (South Island)
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- $19
A basic, serviceable Pinot Noir, Vinterra’s 2010 combines varietally correct notes of cherry, leather and earth. The medium-weight palate and supple tannins stay true to the variety as well.
— J.C.
(4/1/2013)
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