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Kathy Lynskey 2004 15 Rows Reserve Merlot (Marlborough)
- $45
After years of trying, Lynskey has finally broken through with her Marlborough Merlot. This year’s version features a better balance of fruit to oak than the 2001, and better ripeness than the 2002. Toasty wood and vanilla notes still lead the way, but underneath there’s lush black cherry fruit tinged with olive and tobacco. Supple and creamy on the palate, with a…
— J.C.
(11/1/2006)
Kathy Lynskey 2004 Godfrey Reserve Chardonnay (Marlborough)
- $29
Subtly nutty on the nose, balanced by mixed citrus scents and hints of mint. Full-bodied and richly textured, with ample apple, pear and tangerine flavors backed by toasty oak. Long and citrusy on the finish, with echoes of toasted nuts. Drink now. Imported by Wimbledon Wine Company.
— J.C.
(7/1/2006)
Kathy Lynskey 2004 Vineyard Select Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough)
- Editors' Choice
- $19
A bit richer than most NZ SBs, this wine also incorporates chalky-minerally notes that elevate it above the crowd. Take complex aromas of peach, apple, grapefruit and mineral, add nectarine flavors and a long finish, and you’ve got a winning recipe. Drink over the next year or so. Imported by Wimbledon Wine Company.
— J.C.
(7/1/2005)
Kathy Lynskey 2006 Single Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Marlborough)
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- $24
An oily, weighty rendition of Gewürztraminer, with proper varietal aromas of pear and spice. Yet this isn’t terribly aromatic or fruity, being more about texture and a unique peppery, nasturtium-like spice. Seems almost dry, with a touch of alcoholic warmth on the finish. Drink now.
— J.C.
(11/1/2007)
Kathy Lynskey 2006 Single Vineyard Pinot Gris (Marlborough)
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- $25
Given the richness and weight of Lynskey’s 2006 Gewürztraminer, the freshness of this Pinot Gris is a bit of a surprise. It’s off-dry and effusively fruity in style, with pineapple, peach and melon all playing roles. Good as a cocktail sipper.
— J.C.
(11/1/2007)
Kathy Lynskey 2005 Vineyard Select Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough)
- $19
Peachy; quite ripe and round on the palate, filled with stone fruit, yet it’s not fat and never loses its focus. This is nicely balanced Marlborough Sauv, even if in a somewhat riper style than expected. Imported by Wimbledon Wine Company.
— J.C.
(5/1/2006)
Kathy Lynskey 2004 Single Vineyard Pinot Gris (Marlborough)
- $25
Starts with a nutty, almond-like note, then delivers lots of ripe melon flavors in a plump, appealing format. Slightly off-dry, but well balanced, without any cloying sweetness on the finish. Imported by Wimbledon Wine Company.
— J.C.
(7/1/2005)
Kathy Lynskey 2003 Godfrey Reserve Chardonnay (Marlborough)
- $29
Starts off a bit floral, then picks up hints of toast and lemon curd on the nose. In the mouth, it’s a plump, medium-weight wine, with crisp citrus flavors that linger on the finish. Imported by Wimbledon Wine Company.
— J.C.
(7/1/2005)
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