Cannonau is Italy's name for the Grenache grape, most widely grown on its island of Sardinia. This example sports chicory and floral notes in the aromas, leading to cherry, berry, chocolate and mint flavours that persist on the palate with nice length. A well-balanced, full-bodied wine. Savour with some sharp cheddar or ginger chicken.

Very fine continuous bubbles. The palate is, fresh with lemon and grapefruit flavours, and a hint of ginger spice.
Excellent accompaniment to poultry with cream.

Deep loamy and gamy flavours wrap around cherry and kirsch fruit in this dense red. Sun-baked and solid, with well-integrated tannins and fresh acidity. A traditional style. Monastrell (Mourvèdre), Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo and Merlot. It is matured for 12 months in oak barrels and then given a further 24 months bottle ageing before release. A definite crowd-pleaser, this is a perfect choice for pizza or pasta night.

The Clos Paulilles White – 100% Grenache Blanc
This wine expresses aromas of white blossom, ripe pear and grapefruit. The palate is distinguished by a bold and great persistence. An ideal wine for fish or seafood dishes.

Bright red. Fresh red berries, Indian spices and herbs on the nose, with a peppery quality adding urgency. Juicy, fine-grained red fruit flavours show a delicate touch and pick up tangy acidity with air. Nicely brisk on the finish, with the peppery note repeating. I like this wine's clarity and cut. Score - 88. (Josh Raynolds, International Wine Cellar, July/Aug. 2010).

This Cabernet is so delicious, it may just surprise that friend (you know who you are!) who doesn't typically like red wines. Deep ruby, it oozes decadent aromas of ripe black cherry, blackcurrants, chocolate and plum, highlighted by gentle wisps of cedar and wood smoke. Dry, medium-full bodied and sporting plenty of fruit, it's still delightfully fresh at 5 years on, with supple, supportive tannins lending structure. Nice, long finish. A great wine to try with cocoa-rubbed back ribs, or gourmet pizza topped with steak strips. (VINTAGES panel, Sept. 2010)

This new line from the respected Warburn Estate beautifully showcases all the strengths of Marlborough Savvy. Features classic Kiwi SB aromas of grass, sweet herbs, asparagus and gooseberry, plus an intriguing array of tropical fruit flavours. Medium body with a fairly lengthy finish. Match with mildly spicy shrimp dishes or pad Thai with lemongrass chicken.

It has powerful aggressive aroma revealing vanilla and chocolate notes, typical for wine brandy. The taste is dense, harmonious, mild and with typical aftertaste of vanilla, nuts and spicy touches.

Its bright intense ruby red colour, with an exotic fruity aroma along with spicy and licorice notes make it a wine to remember. The mellow and supple tannins produce a persisting length on the palate.