{"title":"Kōparepare","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKōparepare is produced and bottled by Whitehaven, and for every bottle sold we donate to \u003ca title=\"LegaSea\" href=\"www.legasea.co.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLegaSea\u003c\/a\u003e, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s marine environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"koparepare-taster-pack","title":"Kōparepare Taster 6-Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[[Description]]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Kōparepare taster pack is the perfect introduction to our K\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eō\u003c\/span\u003eparepare range of wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor every bottle of Kōparepare sold, we donate to LegaSea, non-profit organisation dedicated to restoring the abundance, biodiversity and health of New Zealand’s marine environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded in the pack is one of each varietal in the \u003cspan\u003eKōparepare\u003c\/span\u003e range:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eōparepare\u003c\/span\u003e Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKōparepare Marlborough Pinot Gris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKōparepare Marlborough Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKōparepare Marlborough Pinot Noir Rosé\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKōparepare Marlborough Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKōparepare Marlborough 9% Riesling (lighter in alcohol)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Description]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whitehaven Wines Company Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Case (6 Bottles)","offer_id":32065787265139,"sku":"","price":132.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/Whitehaven_31of301.jpg?v=1771892648"},{"product_id":"koparepare-taster-12-pack","title":"Kōparepare Taster 12-Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[[Description]]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Kōparepare taster pack is the perfect introduction to our \u003cspan\u003eKōparepare\u003c\/span\u003e range of wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor every bottle of Kōparepare sold, we donate to LegaSea, non-profit organisation dedicated to restoring the abundance, biodiversity and health of New Zealand’s marine environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded in the pack is 2 of each varietal in the \u003cspan\u003eKōparepare\u003c\/span\u003e range:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eōparepare\u003c\/span\u003e Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKōparepare Marlborough Pinot Gris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKōparepare Marlborough Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKōparepare Marlborough Pinot Noir Rosé\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKōparepare Marlborough Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKōparepare Marlborough 9% Riesling (lighter in alcohol)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Description]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whitehaven Wines Company Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Case (12 Bottles)","offer_id":32087109501043,"sku":"","price":264.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/Whitehaven_31of301.jpg?v=1771892648"},{"product_id":"2024-koparepare-marlborough-riesling","title":"2024 Kōparepare Marlborough Riesling","description":"\u003cp\u003e[[Description]]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; 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mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eā\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eori) is a passion project from Whitehaven Wines. For every bottle sold, we donate to \u003cstrong\u003eLegaSea\u003c\/strong\u003e, a non-profit organisation dedicated to restoring \u003cstrong\u003emarine abundance\u003c\/strong\u003e in NZ. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour \/ Appearance: \u003c\/strong\u003ePale lemon-gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma \/ Bouquet: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhite flesh peach, lemon sorbet with hints of floral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003eAt just 9% alcohol, this Riesling is full of crunchy green apple, lime zest and peach flavours. Produced in a classic mid-sweet style, balanced perfectly with high, mouthwatering acidity, the palate finishes refreshed and cleansed with just a hint of sweetness. It's a delicious and elegant, light-bodied wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Match: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is a lovely food wine. Excellent as an ap\u003cspan\u003eé\u003c\/span\u003eritif before a meal or to cleanse the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDrinks beautifully now and will age well for at least 5 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"awardArrow\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResidual Sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e:  32 g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9 g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.88\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"awardArrow\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/Vegan_icon_final_-_green_50x50.png?v=1568074935\" alt=\"This is a Vegan friendly wine\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Description]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[Details]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVITICULTURE \u0026amp; WINEMAKING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the previous two years, the growing season leading into the 2024 vintage began after a dry winter, with the soil water balance in deficit. Fewer inflorescences generally and then a protracted flowering window in November and December, resulted in a poor fruit set and fewer berries per bunch than average in most areas of Marlborough. Dry conditions persisted for the duration of the growing season, minimising disease threats and resulting in clean fruit at harvest. A spell of warm weather through late December and January, in combination with the lighter crop, resulted in a rapid physiological advancement against the long-term average. This trend continued until the start of harvest in early March. Fortuitously, the headwaters of the Wairau and Awatere River systems received enough rain to keep irrigation schemes open through the season and into harvest, at which point a return to cool, crisp days became the norm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Growing: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe fruit for this wine was sourced exclusively from the Fairhall Vineyard in the Rapaura district of the Wairau Valley. The old vines were pruned to a mix of 3 and 4 canes with a vertical shoot positioned canopy. Throughout the growing season the vines were thoughtfully managed, with open canopies to help create ripe, clean fruit at harvest time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Dates: \u003c\/strong\u003e14th of March.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruit was machine harvested in cool evening conditions and pressed with minimal skin contact. Clear juice was fermented on light solids, at very low temperatures with a select yeast strain to retain the fruit's varietal flavours. The ferment was stopped early by rapidly cooling at just 9% alcohol, leaving a moderate level of natural sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Details]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[Accolades]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eACCOLADES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\"Pristine and elegantly expressed, the inviting bouquet shows white flesh peach, lemon sorbet and crunchy apple nuances with a hint of floral overtone. The palate is juicy and lively with fine focus and delicate texture, splendidly complemented by attractive sweetness and vibrant acidity, finishing long and super tasty. Style: Medium-sweet. At its best: now to 2032.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94\/100 points (5 stars) - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Aromatic florals of jasmine and blossom are joined by lime zest, lemon sherbet, and green tea on the nose. The palate is racy and rich, with vibrant bursts of crunchy citrus and green apple fruit, balanced by a subtle hint of quince paste sweetness on the zesty lime finish. Fresh, bright, and delightfully light at 9%.\" \u003cstrong\u003e4.5 stars - The Wine Writer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Still very youthful, the 2024 vintage is a light-bodied (9% alc\/vol), vividly varietal wine. Light lemon\/green, it has strong, fresh, lemony, appley flavours, plentiful sweetness, and finely balanced, mouth-watering acidity. Vigorous and harmonious, it's well-worth cellaring to 2027+. \u003cstrong\u003e4 stars - Michael Cooper\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Bright, even, pale yellow. Fine effervescent clinging to the glass. The nose is fresh, with aromas of Granny Smith, lime and lime blossom. Medium-light-bodied, medium-dry to taste. The fruit is ripe with a mix of zingy fruit and sweet stonefruit, juicy and delicious; a subtle apple skin-like texture added substance, along with crisp acidity, lending a refreshing finish. This 9% alc. Riesling is clean and crisp with a light texture and juiciness. Match with spicy fish tacos and Asian fare.\" \u003cstrong\u003e4 stars - Candice Chow (Raymond Chan Wine Reviews)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Accolades]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whitehaven Wines Company Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Bottle","offer_id":42271957614707,"sku":null,"price":21.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case (12 Bottles)","offer_id":42271957647475,"sku":null,"price":252.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/BottleShotwMedals_31.png?v=1736803036"},{"product_id":"2024-koparepare-marlborough-pinot-noir-rose","title":"2024 Kōparepare Marlborough Pinot Noir Rosé","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e [[Description]]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKōparepare (gift or contribution in Te Reo Māori) is a passion project from Whitehaven Wines. For every bottle sold, we donate to LegaSea, a non-profit organisation dedicated to restoring marine abundance in NZ. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour \/ Appearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale, salmon pink colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma \/ Bouquet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strawberry, red apple and watermelon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Medium-bodied, this wine is generous and fruity, with a delicious strawberries \u0026amp; cream profile, watermelon and spice flavours. It finishes soft and dry, leaving a mouthwatering texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e: This wine is ready to be enjoyed young and fresh, or within two years of the vintage date with careful cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Match\u003c\/strong\u003e: This is a lovely food wine. Pair it with sustainably sourced seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly chilled\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12.5% \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResidual Sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.4 g\/L \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6.3 g\/L \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.41\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/Vegan_icon_final_-_green_50x50.png?v=1568074935\" alt=\"This is a Vegan friendly wine\"\u003e \u003cimg height=\"58\" width=\"58\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/SWNZ_Logo_4512a1df-c800-4dd1-9b30-8c36a59e3e14_480x480.jpg?v=1661821978\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[[\/Description]]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[[Details]]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVITICULTURE \u0026amp; WINEMAKING\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate\u003c\/strong\u003e: The growing season leading into the 2024 vintage began after a dry winter, with the soil water balance in deficit. Fewer inflorescences and then a protracted flowering window in November and December, resulted in poor fruit set and fewer berries per bunch. Dry conditions persisted for the duration of the growing season, minimising disease threats and resulting in clean fruit. A spell of warm weather through late December and January, in combination with the lighter crop, resulted in a rapid physiological advancement. This trend continued until the start of harvest in early March. Fortuitously, the headwaters of the Wairau and Awatere river systems received enough rain to keep irrigation schemes open through the season and into harvest, at which point a return to cool, crisp days became the norm. Fruit was harvested at more elevated sugar levels than the previous two seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced from three estate-grown or managed vineyards - 11% from Pauls Road, 38% from Holmewood (Rapaura) and 51% from Little Alfred (Southern Valleys). The vines were trained to a mixture of 2 and 3-cane or spur-pruned vertical shoot position design. Vines were thoughtfully managed, with open canopies and prudent crop-thinning helping to create fully ripe, clean fruit. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Dates\u003c\/strong\u003e: Multiple picks from the 1st to the 6th of March 2024.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e: The fruit was predominantly machine-harvested, destemmed, and pressed at the winery to ensure the desired level of colour and flavour extraction. Fermentation was at cool temperatures with selected yeast to create a wine with pure fruit flavours and freshness.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[[\/Details]]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[[Accolades]]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eACCOLADES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTROPHY - Champion Rosé - Marlborough Wine Show 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"It's delightfully expressed on the nose, showing sweet strawberry, Gala apple, nectarine, and floral aromas. The palate displays youthful fruit flavours with fine texture and beautifully pitched acidity, making it refreshing and mouth-watering.\" \u003cstrong\u003e93\/100 points (5 stars) - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Charming aromas of strawberry, cherry blossoms, and red currant, with a fun whip of strawberry laces. The palate offers a fresh, dry, youthful character with ripe redcurrant, crunchy cranberry, and sweet strawberry flavours mirroring the nose. A subtle saline note intertwines fresh acidity, finishing on lifted, perfumed red fruits.\" \u003cstrong\u003e90\/100 points (4.5 stars) - The Wine Writer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Bright, light pink, the vigorous 2024 vintage is freshly scented, with vibrant, delicate strawberry, watermelon and spice flavours, and a crisp, dry finish. It's full of drink-young charm.\"\u003cstrong\u003e 4 stars - Michael Cooper\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Bright, even, pale blush-pink. The nose is intense, with aromas of strawberry, cherry, rose petals and watermelon. Medium-bodied, aromas of strawberry, raspberry and watermelon melded with rose perfume. The refreshing acidity injects vibrancy into the fragranced fruit, silky and refreshing. Serve as an aperitif or match with cold cuts over the next 2-3 years.\" \u003cstrong\u003e90\/100 points (4 stars) - Candice Chow\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[[\/Accolades]]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whitehaven Wines Company Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Bottle","offer_id":42591823331443,"sku":null,"price":21.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case (12 Bottles)","offer_id":42591823364211,"sku":null,"price":252.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/BottleShotwithmedal.png?v=1736817074"},{"product_id":"2020-koparepare-marlborough-pinot-noir-copy","title":"2021 Kōparepare Marlborough Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003e[[Description]]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKōparepare (gift or contribution in Te Reo M\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: 'Schnebel Sans Pro Cond Thin'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eā\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eori) is a passion project from Whitehaven Wines. For every bottle sold, we donate to \u003cstrong\u003eLegaSea\u003c\/strong\u003e, a non-profit organisation dedicated to restoring \u003cstrong\u003emarine abundance\u003c\/strong\u003e in NZ. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: 'Schnebel Sans Pro Cond Thin'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour \/ Appearance: \u003c\/strong\u003eLight ruby with bright clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma \/ Bouquet: \u003c\/strong\u003eAromatic red cherry and baking spice notes, with a subtle hint of dried thyme, aniseed and mocha adding intrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis lighter-bodied wine has varietal flavours of red summer fruits, cinnamon spice, and hints of cocoa. The palate is elegantly framed with silky smooth tannins and a refreshing, clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring: \u003c\/strong\u003eBest enjoyed young, although it does have the potential to age for 2-3 years if carefully cellared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"awardArrow\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12% \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.7 g\/L \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.74\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"awardArrow\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"awardArrow\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/Vegan_icon_final_-_green_50x50.png?v=1568074935\" alt=\"This is a vegan friendly wine\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Description]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[Details]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVITICULTURE \u0026amp; WINEMAKING\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate: \u003c\/strong\u003e2021 will be remembered as a season of two halves. The early part of the growing season was marked by two severe frost burn events which affected much of the region to varying degrees. This was followed by variable cool and wet weather through flowering, resulting in fewer berries setting per bunch, further reducing crops after the frost damage. Post Christmas however, we could not have asked for a better season. The weather remained warm, but not hot, and we had beautiful diurnal shift leading into harvest, retaining freshness and energy in the fruit, and providing the perfect conditions for flavour development.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Growing: \u003c\/strong\u003eFruit for this wine was sourced predominantly from our Little Alfred vineyard (Omaka Valley, Marlborough). The vines were trained to 2-cane VSP, and throughout the growing season shoot thinning, leaf plucking, and crop thinning were used to achieve balanced vines and an open, healthy canopy. The fruit was exceptionally clean, allowing the winemakers to pick at optimal ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarvest Dates: \u003c\/b\u003eMultiple harvest dates from 6th - 26th March 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e At the winery the fruit was de-stemmed and loaded into various open-top fermenters. A mix of wild and commercial yeast strains were used to ferment this wine. Following pressing off we matured this wine in French barriques (25% new), for around 10 months. After this time, we emptied the barrels and let the wine sit on light lees before filtration. The wine was finally bottled on the 2nd of March, 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Details]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[Accolades]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eACCOLADES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGOLD\u003c\/strong\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003e2024 National Wine Awards of Aotearoa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\"Attractively fruited with savoury nuances, the wine shows dark cherry, sweet plum, floral, thyme, and nutmeg aromas on the nose. The palate delivers juicy fruit flavours with supple texture and polished tannins, finishing lingering and pleasingly dry.\" \u003cstrong\u003e91\/100 points (4.5 stars) - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\"Doris plum, redcurrant, and tinned strawberry are layered with fresh herbs and subtle spice aromas. The palate is vibrant and polished, red-fruit-driven, with toasted baking spices and gentle, ripe tannins adding depth. Effortlessly smooth and well-integrated, it’s drinking beautifully now. Perfect for sunny afternoons with friends - full of flavour and fantastic value.\" \u003cstrong\u003e91\/100 Points (4.5 stars) - The Wine Writer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e“Moderately deep crimson, slightly lighter on the rim. This has an herbaceous bouquet with aromas of cherry, strawberry, thyme and undergrowth. Medium-light bodied, aromas of cherry and raspberry entwined with strawberry, nutmeg, thyme and forest floor. The fruit is enticing with enlivening acidity, flows effortlessly on supple tannin, and has a silky mouthfeel, unfolding hints of rosehip and lending an elegant finish. This Pinot Noir is elegant and well-balanced with delicate details. Match with pork and duck over the next 3 years.” \u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e90\/100 Points (4 stars) - Candice Chow\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Accolades]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whitehaven Wines Company Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Bottle","offer_id":42591834833011,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case (12 Bottles)","offer_id":42591834865779,"sku":null,"price":324.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/KPPN21BottleShotwithmedals.png?v=1736817719"},{"product_id":"2024-koparepare-marlborough-pinot-gris","title":"2024 Kōparepare Marlborough Pinot Gris","description":"\u003cp\u003e[[Description]]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKōparepare (gift or contribution in Te Reo M\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: 'Schnebel Sans Pro Cond Thin'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eā\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eori) is a passion project from Whitehaven Wines. For every bottle sold, we donate to \u003cstrong\u003eLegaSea\u003c\/strong\u003e, a non-profit organisation dedicated to restoring \u003cstrong\u003emarine abundance\u003c\/strong\u003e in NZ. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour \/ Appearance: \u003c\/strong\u003ePale lemon colour with bright clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma \/ Bouquet: \u003c\/strong\u003eLifted notes of ripe nashi pear and fresh almond, with a subtle hint of red apple skin and honey suckle notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:  \u003c\/strong\u003eFlavours of pear, red apple and lemon, with underlying fresh herb notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Match: \u003c\/strong\u003ePair with sustainably sourced seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe recommend enjoying this young and fresh, however the wine can develop nicely beyond 3 years if carefully cellared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly chilled. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResidual Sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e:  3.3g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity\u003c\/strong\u003e:  5.8g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.37\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"This is a Vegan friendly wine\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/Vegan_icon_final_-_green_50x50.png?v=1568074935\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Description]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[Details]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVITICULTURE \u0026amp; WINEMAKING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe growing season leading into the 2024 vintage began after a dry winter, with the soil water balance in deficit. Fewer inflorescences and then a protracted flowering window in November and December, resulted in poor fruit set and fewer berries per bunch. Dry conditions persisted for the duration of the growing season, minimising disease threats and resulting in clean fruit. A spell of warm weather through late December and January, in combination with the lighter crop, resulted in a rapid physiological advancement. This trend continued until the start of harvest in early March. Fortuitously, the headwaters of the Wairau and Awatere river systems received enough rain to keep irrigation schemes open through the season and into harvest, at which point a return to cool, crisp days became the norm. Fruit was harvested at more elevated sugar levels than the previous two seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Growing: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe fruit for this wine was sourced from the Rapaura (92%) and Awatere (8%) sub-regions of Marlborough. The vines were pruned to between two and three canes on a vertical shoot positioned trellis. Shoot thinning, leaf plucking, and trimming were used to achieve balanced vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Dates\u003c\/strong\u003e: Multiple harvest dates across March 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Much of this fruit was machine harvested and pressed immediately with minimal skin contact, with the remainder hand-harvested and whole-bunch pressed. After cold settling, the clear juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks at 14-15 deg, using carefully selected yeast strains. After fermentation, the wine remained on lees for 4-5 months. It was then filtered before being bottled on the 9th of October, 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Details]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[Accolades]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eACCOLADES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"It's finely scented on the nose, showing green rockmelon, ripe pear, lemon peel and white floral aromas. The palate delivers bright fruit intensity with fleshy texture and crisp acidity, finishing with succulent, tasty flavours. At its best: now to 2027.\u003cstrong\u003e 5 stars - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"An ideal, all-purpose wine. Pale lemon\/green, it is medium-to-full-bodied, with very good depth of vibrant pear, lychee and spice flavours, fresh acidity, and a basically dry finish. Best drinking mid-2025+.\" \u003cstrong\u003e 4 stars - Michael Cooper\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Bright, even, pale yellow. The nose is gently full, with aromas of pear, apple and blossom. Medium-light bodied, dry to taste, aromas of pear and apple melded with blossom and a touch of citrus. The fruit is crisp and refreshing with a parallel line of acidity, and the fine-textured phenolics leave a silky mouthfeel. This Pinot Gris is crunchy and refreshing. Match with pulled pork and white fish over the next 2-3 years.\" \u003cstrong\u003e 4 stars - Candice Chow\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Peaches and cream aromas with orange blossom, ginger and nectarine. A soft bready layer complements crunchy young nectarine on the palate with some pithy texture on the finish. Light ginger whispers and soft fresh acidity drive the wine, finishing with wonderful freshness and a lingering peach note. Sunny day sipping, sorted.\" \u003cstrong\u003e90\/100 points (4.5 stars) - The Wine Writer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccolades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whitehaven Wines Company Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Bottle","offer_id":42591837847667,"sku":"","price":21.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case (12 Bottles)","offer_id":42591837880435,"sku":"","price":252.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/KPPG24BottleShotwithmedals.png?v=1736818102"},{"product_id":"2024-koparepare-marlborough-sauvignon-blanc","title":"2024 Kōparepare Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc","description":"\u003cp\u003e[[Description]]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKōparepare (gift or contribution in Te Reo M\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: 'Schnebel Sans Pro Cond Thin'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eā\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eori) is a passion project from Whitehaven Wines. For every bottle sold, we donate to \u003cstrong\u003eLegaSea\u003c\/strong\u003e, a non-profit organisation dedicated to restoring \u003cstrong\u003emarine abundance\u003c\/strong\u003e in NZ. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour \/ Appearance: \u003c\/strong\u003ePale lemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma \/ Bouquet: \u003c\/strong\u003eClassical Marlborough with refined aromas of grapefruit, lemongrass, white peach and crushed herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003eFine and elegant with grapefruit, lime, white peach and varietal herbaceous notes. Clean and dry, this medium bodied wine leaves the palate refreshed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Match: \u003c\/strong\u003ePair with sustainably sourced seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe recommend enjoying our 2024 Kōparepare Sauvignon Blanc while it is young and fresh, but the wine is capable of developing nicely beyond five years if carefully cellared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"awardArrow\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWINE ANALYSIS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResidual Sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.45g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity\u003c\/strong\u003e:  7.12g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/Vegan_icon_final_-_green_50x50.png?v=1568074935\" alt=\"This is a Vegan friendly wine\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Description]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[Details]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVITICULTURE \u0026amp; WINEMAKING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the previous two years, the growing season leading into the 2024 vintage began after a dry winter, with the soil water balance in deficit. Fewer inflorescences generally and then a protracted flowering window in November and December resulted in poor fruit set and fewer berries per bunch than the average in most areas. Dry conditions persisted for the duration of the growing season, minimising disease threats and resulting in clean fruit at harvest. A spell of warm weather through late December and January, in combination with the lighter crop, resulted in a rapid physiological advancement against the long-term average. This trend continued until the start of harvest in early March, ahead of earlier predictions in late 2023. Fortuitously, the headwaters of the Wairau and Awatere river systems received enough rain to keep irrigation schemes open through the season and into harvest, at which point a return to cool, crisp days became the norm. Fruit was harvested at more elevated sugar levels than the previous two seasons.\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Growing: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe are proud to source the fruit for this wine exclusively from Marlborough and are certified with Appellation Marlborough Wine (AMW). The fruit for this wine was sourced predominantly from Marlborough’s Wairau Valley, with the balance from the Southern Valleys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Dates: \u003c\/strong\u003e20th and 24th of March, 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e The fruit was machine harvested and pressed immediately with minimal skin contact. After settling, the clear juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks at 16°C – 12°C with selected yeast strains to preserve pure sub-regional characteristics and varietal flavours. Wines sat on light yeast lees in tank for up to 6 weeks prior to blending in June 24. The wine has been heat and cold stabilised, and sterile filtered, prior to bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Details]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[Accolades]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eACCOLADES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003eIt's fresh and brightly expressed on the nose, showing green apple, passionfruit, feijoa, and jasmine aromas, leading to a wonderfully flavoursome palate offering juicy fruit intensity with crisp acidity, finishing long and refreshing. At its best: now to 2027\u003cspan\u003e\" \u003cstrong\u003e93\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\/100 points (5 stars) - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Guava, lime, lemon peel, and white grapefruit shine, lifted by citrus blossom and fresh herbs over a stony mineral base. Subtle ripe fruit sweetness adds depth, with a medium body and crisp yet soft (for sauvy!) acidity. Vibrant, approachable, and effortlessly drinkable, with great concentration - an easygoing, feel-good Sauvignon at a brilliant price\" \u003cstrong\u003e92\/100 points (4.5 stars) - The Wine Writer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Made by Whitehaven in support of LegaSea, the 2024 vintage (****) is full of varietal character. Aromatic and punchy, it has good intensity of vibrant passionfruit and green capsicum flavours, with an appetisingly crisp and dry (2.4 gram\/litre of residual sugar), finely balanced finish. Best drinking mid-2025+.\"\u003cstrong\u003e 4 stars - Michael Cooper.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Bright, even, pale yellow with a slight green hue. The nose is softly full, with aromas of apple, salted lime, fresh herb and elderflower. Medium-bodied, aromas of apple, stonefruit, lime and saline melded with elderflower. The fruit is ripe with lush aromas and a floral touch. A touch of sweetness rounds the palate and provides weight, along with lively acidity, and lends a refreshing closing. Match with steamed mussels and fried fish over the next 2-3 years.\" \u003cstrong\u003e4 stars - Candice Chow (Raymond Chan Wine Reviews)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Accolades]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whitehaven Wines Company Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Bottle","offer_id":42591843516531,"sku":null,"price":21.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case (12 Bottles)","offer_id":42591843549299,"sku":null,"price":252.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/KPSB24_1.png?v=1740606998"},{"product_id":"2024-koparepare-marlborough-chardonnay","title":"2024 Kōparepare Marlborough Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003e[[Description]]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKōparepare (gift or contribution in Te Reo M\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: 'Schnebel Sans Pro Cond Thin'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eā\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eori) is a passion project from Whitehaven Wines. For every bottle sold, we donate to \u003cstrong\u003eLegaSea\u003c\/strong\u003e, a non-profit organisation dedicated to restoring \u003cstrong\u003emarine abundance\u003c\/strong\u003e in NZ. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour \/ Appearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright mid-straw. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma \/ Bouquet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elevated fruit aromas of grapefruit, apricots and white peach with butterscotch, toasted hazelnuts and oaky spice nuances in the background. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rich, dry, medium to full-bodied wine. Ripe stone fruit and biscuit flavours are supported by a creamy and seamless texture. This finish is well rounded, with hints of toffee and gentle buttery notes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy now until 2027.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Match: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis wine is particularly suited to creamy mushroom pasta, poultry and pairs well with seafood dishes.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly chilled. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5% \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;1g\/L \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.1g\/L \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.55\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"This is a Vegan friendly wine\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/Vegan_icon_final_-_green_50x50.png?v=1568074935\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/SWNZ_Logo_4512a1df-c800-4dd1-9b30-8c36a59e3e14_480x480.jpg?v=1661821978\" alt=\"\" width=\"58\" height=\"58\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Description]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[Details]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVITICULTURE \u0026amp; WINEMAKING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnlike the previous two years, the growing season leading into 2024 vintage began after a dry winter, with the soil water balance in deficit. Fewer inflorescences generally and then a protracted flowering window in November and December, resulted in poor fruit set and fewer berries per bunch than the average in most areas. Dry conditions persisted for the duration of the growing season, minimising disease threats and resulting in clean fruit at harvest.  A spell of warm weather through later December and January, in combination with the lighter crop, resulted in a rapid physiological advancement against the long-term average.  This trend continued until the start of harvest in early March. Fortuitously, the headwaters of the Wairau and Awatere River systems received enough rain to keep irrigation systems open through the season and into harvest, at which point cool, crisp days became the norm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The fruit for this wine is a blend of three Chardonnay clones - Mendoza, Clone 15, and Clone 95 - sourced from Pauls Road and Rothay vineyards. Both vineyards are in the Rapaura area of the central Wairau Valley. Vines are trained to two or three canes on a vertical trellis, with balanced pruning, shoot thinning, tucking, and trimming to achieve an open, healthy canopy and clean, ripe fruit. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Dates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple picks from the 7th of March - 24th of March, 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e The fruit was hand-picked and immediately whole cluster pressed. The juice was lightly settled before being racked and inoculated for fermentation. Halfway through fermentation, the wine was transferred to French oak of which 8% was new oak and 92% older. The wine underwent full malolactic fermentation and was aged in barrel, on lees, for 10 months to aid texture and richness on the palate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[\/Details]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[[Accolades]]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eACCOLADES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"It's finely expressed on the nose, showing apricot, rock melon, nougat, almond meal, and lemon peel aromas. The palate delivers silky flow and juicy fruit flavours, splendidly framed by bright acidity, making it harmonious and elegantly flavoursome. 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Match with fulled pork and poach chicken over the next 3 years.\" \u003cstrong\u003e18+\/20 pts (91 pts), Candice Chow for Raymond Chan Wine Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[[\/Accolades]]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whitehaven Wines Company Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Bottle","offer_id":42591844368499,"sku":null,"price":21.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case (12 Bottles)","offer_id":42591844401267,"sku":null,"price":252.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2174\/8851\/files\/KPCH24with_medals.png?v=1750884488"}],"url":"https:\/\/whitehaven.co.nz\/collections\/koparepare\/2021.oembed","provider":"Whitehaven Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}