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Ass Kisser Fine Red Wine
NZD $19.99
Shiraz/Grenache
59% Shiraz
41% Grenache
French oak maturation
A beautifully balanced blend of two classic old varieties. Intense varietal fruit - plenty of body and well matched by the sweet oak and fine tennins.
A great food wine, this wine has a point of difference for those searching for something new.
Recommended dishes: BBQ Pork Bellies Chicken Cacciatore Oven baked pasta
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Courvoisier VSOP Brandy
NZD $110.00
Created from grapes selected from the two finest and most exclusive regions in the Cognac area – and never from the other four. It therefore carries the ‘Fine Champagne’ designation. COURVOISIER® VSOP is uniquely crafted for higher quality.
The Master Blender’s tasting notes : COURVOISIER® VSOP offers a delicate bouquet and excellent balance of oak and exotic flavours. The aroma is subtle and harmonious, with undertones of vanilla and grilled almond and the finish leaves a nice, tender memory.
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Penfolds Grandfather Port
NZD $110.00
In 1915, an oak cask containing a blend of the finest tawnies the company possessed was set aside for the exclusive use of the Penfold family. This became known as 'the Grandfather' due to the great age of the oldest tawnies in the blend.
Penfolds Grandfather Liqueur Tawny, a blend of the finest old tawnies and aged in small oak casks, honours this proud tradition and is Australia's leading example of this style. The rich yet delicate fruit character harmonises perfectly with pronounced aged rancio complexity to produce a truly remarkable aged liqueur tawny.
Individual components are given extended maturation in small oak barrels in Penfolds Kalimna Tawny Cellar in the Barossa Valley before an extremely strict barrel selection process. The best barrels are carefully blended to create Penfolds Grandfather.
Deep amber - mahogany in colour with the green gold tinges indicative of great age. The nose is extremely complex and fragrant, possessing an array of nutty, vanillin, aged characters melding seamlessly with hints of raisined fruit, malt and lifted spirit. The palate effortlessly displays the famed attributes of great Liqueur Tawny; luscious, rich and full flavoured with mouthfilling viscosity and a slightly dry finish. Intense raisined fruit, walnut and toffee flavours harmonise with subtle vanillin oak and rancio complexity before a remarkably long finish.
Presented in a wooden case.
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Matua Ararimu Chardonnay 2001
NZD $60.00
M10400
An appealing Chardonnay for its pear and apple characters. The generous palate is fine and seductive. A rich and silky finish is pleasantly spicy and floral. Produced from Chardonnay grown in Wairarapa . The fruit was hand harvested and whole bunch pressed to maximise the juice quality and fruit flavours. Fermentation in oak barriques and 6 months on lees aging has produced a fine elegant Chardonnay with excellent aging potential
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HENNESSY VS COGNAC
NZD $85.00
Hennessy V.S. is a blend of the finest cognacs, aged to full maturity in oak barrels in the town of Cognac, where Richard Hennessy established his company in 1765.
Full bodied with a pronounced aroma of oak and hazelnuts, a rich floral taste with tones of red berries and vanilla.
Still operated by the Hennessy family, this cognac is aged for at least 2-5 years
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Cloudy Bay Chardonnay 2001
NZD $40.00
207522
The palate is chalky in texture and the flavours refined, with hints of baked apple over flinty yest characters. Aroma of freshly baked biscotti, grapefruit and lemon peel, roasted Brazil nuts and dried figs. Made from vibrant Marlborough fruit.
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Sileni Exceptional Merlot 2005
NZD $99.99
Dark in colour, with concentrated, ripe plum and licorice notes. Warm and rich on the palate with dark chocolate and fine, supple tannins on the finish.
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Babich Irongate Cabernet Merlot 1998
NZD $80.00
This classis red displays excellent concentration of blackcurrant, plum and spicy flavours combined with fine grained tannis. An elegant wine styled to be enjoyed with food.
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Leconfield McLaren Vale Shiraz 2008
NZD $23.00
2008 is a low yielding, early ripening vintage, bodied style showing plum and white pepper characters, finely structured tannins and balanced acidity. It had been matured in French oak for 20 months.
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Strugglers Flat Pinot Noir 2008
NZD $27.00
RR400
The bright ruby colour reflects the ripe, warm berry fruits, plum, spice & herbs on the nose. The fleshy ripe fruits on the structured palate are complemented by balanced acidity, nice savoury notes, and fine tannins.
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Mocambo Art Edition 20 year Rum
NZD $74.00
This Rum of noble origin has been produced with unique flavour and character that only time can give. The vision of the Master Victor Fernandez in conjunction with the Amate tree vegetable fibers, and pre-Hispanic art forms create this beautiful package that decorates this rum. As with this barrels that protect and age this fine rum, the Amate that surrounds the bottle protects and enriches Mocambo Rum from time.
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Jip Jip Rocks Shiraz 2010
NZD $22.00
LA86
Lifted spice and ripe mulberry/blackberry aromas are complimented with chocolate, cedar and cinnamon on the nose. Well-integrated oak tannin provides flavours of clove and supple texture, which supports the rich plum, blackberry and mocha. The overall structure is supple and generous with fine-grained tannin and a lingering finish.
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Christian Brothers Brandy
NZD $40.90
The Christian Brothers V S Brandy is distilled using the same time-honored pot still production method used with fine Cognacs. This exceptional American Brandy is then aged for 2 to 6 years in oak barrels. Hand selected barrels are then carefully blended to create unequaled smoothness and full-bodied taste in a brandy that is imbued with layers of well-balanced fruit flavors and a warm, lingering finish.
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Aalborg Jubilaeums
NZD $45.00
AALBORG JUBILÆUMS Akvavit is a golden and pleasant premium aquavit in a contemporary and exclusive bottle. The refined taste of dill and coriander makes it the perfect choice for any good meal, in particular light and simple modern cuisine.
It is best enjoyed chilled, but can also be enjoyed at room temperature.
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Leconfield Shiraz 2006
NZD $26.00
M503
Vibrant purple colour with a crimson rim. A fruit driven nose displaying fine grain pepper and spicy dark fruit. Full fruit flavours of cherries and ripe plum with hints of chocolate, well integrated oak.
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Leconfield Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
NZD $30.00
M504
Dense deep red. Intense ripe rich cassis fruit nose with a hint of mint, showing balanced aromatic oak giving spicy cinnamon/vanilla aromas. Full flavoured rich fruit palate with fine long tannins, the palate has excellent richness which reflects the early warmer vintage but still retains the elegance expected of Leconfield Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon. The palate finishes with a clean acidity.
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Taylors 10yr Old Tawny Port 750ml
NZD $69.00
771601
An exceptionally fine old tawny blend, aged for an average of 10 years in oak casks. Elegant and smooth, combining delicate wood notes and rich mellow fruit, it is bottled for immediate drinking. Excellent with soft cheeses such as brie; and a superb dessert wine, particularly with dishes made with coffee or almonds, Taylor 10 Year Old Tawny is delicious served lightly chilled at the end of the meal.
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Trentham Petit Verdot 2008
NZD $22.00
TRENPED
Trentham Petit Verdot shows dark vibrant red purple colour with fragrant berry fruits. The palate is spicy, rich, soft and full with fine firm tannins on the finish.
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Cattier Chigny Les Roses
NZD $61.50
Best Buy and 4 1/2 Stars in the November 2009 issue of Cuisine. Only one of 2 to get a Best Buy. Cuisine says... "This direct, satisfying wine shows why Cattier consistently impresses our tasters. Attractive strawberry and cherry fruit characters and a crisp, elegant palate. Fine and long in the mouth, it has a hint of sweetness nicely balanced by zippy acidity. Try with chicken liver mousse.
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Johnnie Walker 12 Year Black Whisky
NZD $58.00
The colour black has always been associated with style and elegance. The little black dress is always a sophisticated choice whereas the traditional tux can transform any man's appearance.But black is also intriguing. It has a hint of mystery, of something waiting to be revealed. This is Johnnie Walker Black Label - a deep and complex flavour which is also an unquestionable mark of power and refinement. It is a luxury blend and a luxury brand, with a completely individual personality.As many as 40 whiskies, each aged 12 years or more, make up this satisfyingly complex blend.Decade after decade, Black Label wins awards and accolades. Experts consistently appreciate its understated, classic qualities.
The is a 700ml bottle.
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Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc 2009
NZD $27.00
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009 New Zealand Wine
Named after New Zealand's prolificbedrock, Greywacke (pron: greywacky) is the new label of Kevin Judd, one of Marlborough's pioneer winemakers whose career is intrinsically linked with the international profile of Marlborough Sauvingon Blanc. Created from selected parcels of fruit grown in prime vineyard sites, this is a deliciously aromatic, finely balanced wine.
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Sheep Dip Malt Whisky
NZD $94.00
The name came about because British farmers have long referred to whisky as Sheep Dip. There was a time when farmers distilled their own “home-made” whisky and in order to avoid paying taxes to the revenue man hid the whisky in barrels marked “Sheep Dip”.
Farmers' merchants continued this tradition by entering cases of whisky as “Sheep dip” on farmers' bills and so “pulling the wool” over the farmers wives eyes.
Rich, golden copper highlights in colour. Delicate and refined. Soft sensual floral notes arise in perfect harmony supported by an attractive array of complex fruit flavours. Melon, pear and orange with a hint of almonds conclude this profusion of charming nuances. Finesse and elegance gives way to a majestic assertion of pure malty flavours drawn from the four distilling regions of Scotland. Each area forges and makes its own inimitable contribution to this outstanding pure malt - the main accent being expressed from the Highlands and Speyside Valleys.
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Mt Difficulty Pinot Noir 2010
NZD $45.00
A warm, low-yielding vintage has produced a Pinot Noir displaying ripeness concentration and balance; dark fruits of the forest dominate the aroma and these are underpinned by lifted florals and black cherry, balanced with sweet aromatic spice notes. The wine has a ripe concentrated front palate, which displays these same characters in abundance. The mid palate is fleshy and well textured, and the wine finishes with a combination of ripe, fine-grained tannin, fruit and acidity.
Cellaring Potential:
Mt Difficulty Estate Pinot Noir will improve for 7-10 years given optimal vintage and cellaring conditions.
Vintage 2010:
Excellent concentration, with the hallmarks of a warmer season – concentrated ripe dark fruit mingled with a touch of red fruit and a splash of savoury spice!
A nicely odd-ball vintage with warm conditions being over-ruled by ongoing winds and rapidly changing weather systems. Low initial bunch numbers coupled with the climatic variability led to yields being down by about 20% on average. A fantastic autumn helped bring the grapes through their last phase of ripening beautifully. Harvest was the latest we have ever experienced with first fruit not being picked till the 8th April. The blocks which are typically early were late, whilst our later blocks were harvested about their normal timeframe, leading to a very compacted busy vintage.
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BENEDICTINE
NZD $62.90
Benedictine is a judicious blend of the recipes created by Dom Bernardo Vincelli and by Alexandre Le Grand. It is made up of 27 plants and spices which come from the four corners of the globe. Angelica, hyssop, juniper, myrrh, saffron, aloe, arnica, cinnamon…(the full list is a closely guarded secret!) give Benedictine its unique flavour. Benedictine has always been made with a unique savoir-faire and has a quality beyond reproach, thanks to its lengthy production process. It is distilled in copper stills and then aged in oak casks in the dark Palace cellars… Benedictine is the embodiment of refined luxury liqueurs, enjoyed the world over, from Hong Kong to Rio de Janeiro, from Sydney to Cape Town…
Shiraz/Grenache 59% Shiraz 41% Grenache French oak maturation A beautifully balanced blend of two classic old varieties. Intense varietal fruit - plenty of body and well matched by the sweet oak and fine tennins. A great food wine, this wine has a point of difference for those searching for something new. Recommended dishes: BBQ Pork Bellies Chicken Cacciatore Oven baked pasta
Created from grapes selected from the two finest and most exclusive regions in the Cognac area – and never from the other four. It therefore carries the ‘Fine Champagne’ designation. COURVOISIER® VSOP is uniquely crafted for higher quality. The Master Blender’s tasting notes : COURVOISIER® VSOP offers a delicate bouquet and excellent balance of oak and exotic flavours. The aroma is subtle and harmonious, with undertones of vanilla and grilled almond and the finish leaves a nice, tender memory.
In 1915, an oak cask containing a blend of the finest tawnies the company possessed was set aside for the exclusive use of the Penfold family. This became known as 'the Grandfather' due to the great age of the oldest tawnies in the blend. Penfolds Grandfather Liqueur Tawny, a blend of the finest old tawnies and aged in small oak casks, honours this proud tradition and is Australia's leading example of this style. The rich yet delicate fruit character harmonises perfectly with pronounced aged rancio complexity to produce a truly remarkable aged liqueur tawny. Individual components are given extended maturation in small oak barrels in Penfolds Kalimna Tawny Cellar in the Barossa Valley before an extremely strict barrel selection process. The best barrels are carefully blended to create Penfolds Grandfather. Deep amber - mahogany in colour with the green gold tinges indicative of great age. The nose is extremely complex and fragrant, possessing an array of nutty, vanillin, aged characters melding seamlessly with hints of raisined fruit, malt and lifted spirit. The palate effortlessly displays the famed attributes of great Liqueur Tawny; luscious, rich and full flavoured with mouthfilling viscosity and a slightly dry finish. Intense raisined fruit, walnut and toffee flavours harmonise with subtle vanillin oak and rancio complexity before a remarkably long finish. Presented in a wooden case.
M10400An appealing Chardonnay for its pear and apple characters. The generous palate is fine and seductive. A rich and silky finish is pleasantly spicy and floral. Produced from Chardonnay grown in Wairarapa . The fruit was hand harvested and whole bunch pressed to maximise the juice quality and fruit flavours. Fermentation in oak barriques and 6 months on lees aging has produced a fine elegant Chardonnay with excellent aging potential
Hennessy V.S. is a blend of the finest cognacs, aged to full maturity in oak barrels in the town of Cognac, where Richard Hennessy established his company in 1765. Full bodied with a pronounced aroma of oak and hazelnuts, a rich floral taste with tones of red berries and vanilla. Still operated by the Hennessy family, this cognac is aged for at least 2-5 years
207522The palate is chalky in texture and the flavours refined, with hints of baked apple over flinty yest characters. Aroma of freshly baked biscotti, grapefruit and lemon peel, roasted Brazil nuts and dried figs. Made from vibrant Marlborough fruit.
Dark in colour, with concentrated, ripe plum and licorice notes. Warm and rich on the palate with dark chocolate and fine, supple tannins on the finish.
This classis red displays excellent concentration of blackcurrant, plum and spicy flavours combined with fine grained tannis. An elegant wine styled to be enjoyed with food.
2008 is a low yielding, early ripening vintage, bodied style showing plum and white pepper characters, finely structured tannins and balanced acidity. It had been matured in French oak for 20 months.
RR400The bright ruby colour reflects the ripe, warm berry fruits, plum, spice & herbs on the nose. The fleshy ripe fruits on the structured palate are complemented by balanced acidity, nice savoury notes, and fine tannins.
This Rum of noble origin has been produced with unique flavour and character that only time can give. The vision of the Master Victor Fernandez in conjunction with the Amate tree vegetable fibers, and pre-Hispanic art forms create this beautiful package that decorates this rum. As with this barrels that protect and age this fine rum, the Amate that surrounds the bottle protects and enriches Mocambo Rum from time.
LA86Lifted spice and ripe mulberry/blackberry aromas are complimented with chocolate, cedar and cinnamon on the nose. Well-integrated oak tannin provides flavours of clove and supple texture, which supports the rich plum, blackberry and mocha. The overall structure is supple and generous with fine-grained tannin and a lingering finish.
The Christian Brothers V S Brandy is distilled using the same time-honored pot still production method used with fine Cognacs. This exceptional American Brandy is then aged for 2 to 6 years in oak barrels. Hand selected barrels are then carefully blended to create unequaled smoothness and full-bodied taste in a brandy that is imbued with layers of well-balanced fruit flavors and a warm, lingering finish.
AALBORG JUBILÆUMS Akvavit is a golden and pleasant premium aquavit in a contemporary and exclusive bottle. The refined taste of dill and coriander makes it the perfect choice for any good meal, in particular light and simple modern cuisine. It is best enjoyed chilled, but can also be enjoyed at room temperature.
M503Vibrant purple colour with a crimson rim. A fruit driven nose displaying fine grain pepper and spicy dark fruit. Full fruit flavours of cherries and ripe plum with hints of chocolate, well integrated oak.
M504Dense deep red. Intense ripe rich cassis fruit nose with a hint of mint, showing balanced aromatic oak giving spicy cinnamon/vanilla aromas. Full flavoured rich fruit palate with fine long tannins, the palate has excellent richness which reflects the early warmer vintage but still retains the elegance expected of Leconfield Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon. The palate finishes with a clean acidity.
771601An exceptionally fine old tawny blend, aged for an average of 10 years in oak casks. Elegant and smooth, combining delicate wood notes and rich mellow fruit, it is bottled for immediate drinking. Excellent with soft cheeses such as brie; and a superb dessert wine, particularly with dishes made with coffee or almonds, Taylor 10 Year Old Tawny is delicious served lightly chilled at the end of the meal.
TRENPEDTrentham Petit Verdot shows dark vibrant red purple colour with fragrant berry fruits. The palate is spicy, rich, soft and full with fine firm tannins on the finish.
Best Buy and 4 1/2 Stars in the November 2009 issue of Cuisine. Only one of 2 to get a Best Buy. Cuisine says... "This direct, satisfying wine shows why Cattier consistently impresses our tasters. Attractive strawberry and cherry fruit characters and a crisp, elegant palate. Fine and long in the mouth, it has a hint of sweetness nicely balanced by zippy acidity. Try with chicken liver mousse.
The colour black has always been associated with style and elegance. The little black dress is always a sophisticated choice whereas the traditional tux can transform any man's appearance.But black is also intriguing. It has a hint of mystery, of something waiting to be revealed. This is Johnnie Walker Black Label - a deep and complex flavour which is also an unquestionable mark of power and refinement. It is a luxury blend and a luxury brand, with a completely individual personality.As many as 40 whiskies, each aged 12 years or more, make up this satisfyingly complex blend.Decade after decade, Black Label wins awards and accolades. Experts consistently appreciate its understated, classic qualities. The is a 700ml bottle.
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009 New Zealand Wine Named after New Zealand's prolificbedrock, Greywacke (pron: greywacky) is the new label of Kevin Judd, one of Marlborough's pioneer winemakers whose career is intrinsically linked with the international profile of Marlborough Sauvingon Blanc. Created from selected parcels of fruit grown in prime vineyard sites, this is a deliciously aromatic, finely balanced wine.
The name came about because British farmers have long referred to whisky as Sheep Dip. There was a time when farmers distilled their own “home-made” whisky and in order to avoid paying taxes to the revenue man hid the whisky in barrels marked “Sheep Dip”. Farmers' merchants continued this tradition by entering cases of whisky as “Sheep dip” on farmers' bills and so “pulling the wool” over the farmers wives eyes. Rich, golden copper highlights in colour. Delicate and refined. Soft sensual floral notes arise in perfect harmony supported by an attractive array of complex fruit flavours. Melon, pear and orange with a hint of almonds conclude this profusion of charming nuances. Finesse and elegance gives way to a majestic assertion of pure malty flavours drawn from the four distilling regions of Scotland. Each area forges and makes its own inimitable contribution to this outstanding pure malt - the main accent being expressed from the Highlands and Speyside Valleys.
A warm, low-yielding vintage has produced a Pinot Noir displaying ripeness concentration and balance; dark fruits of the forest dominate the aroma and these are underpinned by lifted florals and black cherry, balanced with sweet aromatic spice notes. The wine has a ripe concentrated front palate, which displays these same characters in abundance. The mid palate is fleshy and well textured, and the wine finishes with a combination of ripe, fine-grained tannin, fruit and acidity. Cellaring Potential: Mt Difficulty Estate Pinot Noir will improve for 7-10 years given optimal vintage and cellaring conditions. Vintage 2010: Excellent concentration, with the hallmarks of a warmer season – concentrated ripe dark fruit mingled with a touch of red fruit and a splash of savoury spice! A nicely odd-ball vintage with warm conditions being over-ruled by ongoing winds and rapidly changing weather systems. Low initial bunch numbers coupled with the climatic variability led to yields being down by about 20% on average. A fantastic autumn helped bring the grapes through their last phase of ripening beautifully. Harvest was the latest we have ever experienced with first fruit not being picked till the 8th April. The blocks which are typically early were late, whilst our later blocks were harvested about their normal timeframe, leading to a very compacted busy vintage.
Benedictine is a judicious blend of the recipes created by Dom Bernardo Vincelli and by Alexandre Le Grand. It is made up of 27 plants and spices which come from the four corners of the globe. Angelica, hyssop, juniper, myrrh, saffron, aloe, arnica, cinnamon…(the full list is a closely guarded secret!) give Benedictine its unique flavour. Benedictine has always been made with a unique savoir-faire and has a quality beyond reproach, thanks to its lengthy production process. It is distilled in copper stills and then aged in oak casks in the dark Palace cellars… Benedictine is the embodiment of refined luxury liqueurs, enjoyed the world over, from Hong Kong to Rio de Janeiro, from Sydney to Cape Town…