Villa Maria
Villa Maria 2004 Single Vineyard Keltern Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Hawke's Bay)
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- $35
Rich, verging on heavy, this barrel-fermented Gewürztraminer may be just too much of a good thing. Honeyed peach and modest spice flavors are palate-coating, then fade abruptly on the finish.
— J.C.
(11/1/2007)
Villa Maria 2009 Private Bin Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc-Malbec Red (Hawke's Bay)
- $15
A crisp, fruit-forward red to pair with a variety of dishes, Villa Maria’s 2009 Private Bin is a mouthwatering introduction to what looks to be a top-notch Hawke’s Bay vintage. Cherry fruit and subtle baking spices combine easily on the palate, ending on a slightly dusty note.
— J.C.
(9/1/2011)
Villa Maria 1999 Private Bin Chardonnay (East Coast)
- $15
Wood and spice accents are married to a strong pineapple, peach and papaya core. Cream and vanilla flourishes add to the impression of lushness. Finishes with a blast of toasty oak.
— J.C.
(5/1/2001)
Villa Maria 2000 Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough & Hawkes Bay)
- $12
Sweet peas and gooseberries put a subtle mark on this full, soft wine that’s only mildly herbaceous. The residual sugar is just at the threshold of perceptibility, imparting greater weight without making the wine taste sweet.
— J.C.
(5/1/2001)
Villa Maria 2000 Private Bin Chardonnay (Marlborough)
- $13
Tart tropical fruit and green-apple aromas and flavors mark this mid weight, slightly syrupy wine. It;s not fat, but has a round, full mouthfeel. Vanilla, hay and a mild earthiness show on the moderate finish.
— M.M.
(12/15/2001)
Villa Maria 2001 Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough)
- $22
Tropical fruit aromas feature some gooseberry and grassy notes. Melon, nectarine and passion fruit flavors also bring white pepper and a hint of bell pepper. Tangerine fruit highlights the drying finish, which is a bit chewy and full given the flavor profile and normal perceptions of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.
— W.E.
(8/1/2002)
Villa Maria 2001 Private Bin Riesling (Marlborough)
- $15
Lifted floral aromas include a hint of white pepper and green apples. Flavors are fresh and zesty, showing more mineral notes than fruit. This would be a nice match with chicken satay on the patio.
— J.C.
(8/1/2002)
Villa Maria 2000 Cellar Selection Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Hawke's Bay)
- $23
Steers clear of nasty herbal or vegetal elements in favor of clean, pure fruit and oak. Black cherries combine with toast, menthol and vanilla to offer straightforward drinking pleasure.
— J.C.
(12/15/2003)
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