New Zealand is most famous on the world wine stage for Sauvignon Blanc, and with good reason. But here at Moore Wilson's we hunt out the best of all the white varieties from local producers, and spice it up with some international contenders from excellent wineries. Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris (AKA Pinot Grigio) are the ubiquitous names, but there's plenty more out there: semillon (seh-mi-yohn), viognier, riesling, gewurztraminer...
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A skin fermented blend of white wine varietals that create an aromatic and textural wine. The 2021 vintage is a blend of Riesling, Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris.$35.95 Bottle
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Crafted by boutique, organic outfit, Darling Wines. Luscious pear and citrus flavours glide across the palate, but with a lovely fresh feeling.$17.95 Bottle
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Haha continue to go from strength to strength. This recent addition is a delicate, drinkable expression of an increasingly popular varietal.$14.95 Bottle
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Hints of spice on the palate, this is a fresh and vibrant Pinot Gris with added complexity from partial wild and malolactic fermentation. Luscious and ideal for any occasion.$23.95 Bottle
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Refreshing and vibrant Pinot Gris with citrus and pear flavours. Slightly spicy on the palate with a lovely lingering lemon and quince finish.$21.95 Bottle
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Great wine from an iconic kiwi producer. The saddleback is a rich texture, sits on the dry side and shows a lot of complexity on the finish.$21.95 Bottle
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Greystone Pinot Gris
2022
Luscious rich Pinot Gris from Greystone in the Waipara, Canterbury. Produced organically. Aromas of ripe nectarine, peach and baking spices this full bodied style lingers nicely with balancing freshness.$29.95 Bottle -
That name is a mouthful, but you'll remember 'Rizzardi' once you've had a glass of this classic Veneto 'Grigio. This is Pinot Grigio as it is meant to be: delicate, aromatic, and refreshing.$18.95 Bottle
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With expressive aromas of white florals, musk, red apples and walnuts, this dry style Pinot Gris has an elegant palate of baked quince with a hint of citrus freshness and a long gentle finish.$29.95 Bottle
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Fine, elegant pinot gris for the masses. A decent middle palate, some good rich autumn fruit on the front and a satisfying, drier finish with reasonable complexity.$17.95 Bottle
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This highly appealing single-vineyard Pinot Gris from low yielding vines brims with flavours and aromas of pear, white stonefruit,honeysuckle and lemon citrus notes, and ginger spice hints. The palate is luscious, yet refined, with a soft smooth satisfyingly long finish. A beautifully balanced wine, for enjoyment on its own, or paired with food.$21.95 Bottle
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Pinot Grigio IS pinot gris, but the Italians work to a much more subtle, dry expression. Try with salmon and asparagus for one of the great wine and food matches.$25.95 Bottle