772 | Wine | New Zealand, 91 to 95, 2010

"The 2010 Chardonnay reveals attractive aromas of fresh peaches, melon and honeysuckle with hints of guava and cedar. Medium-bodied and silky in texture, it is a little toasty, though it handles the oak nicely alongside bright acid freshness. It ends with a well-balanced, long finish."

"Good full dark red. Spicy aromas of black raspberry, mocha, cola, chocolate, meat, sandalwood and cardamom; initially reminded me of a very good Beaujolais cru but it's more complex than that. Began slightly disjointed, with a decadent ripeness clashing with elevated acidity and hardened by CO2 but came into better harmony with extended aeration. The musky, rich dark berry, black cherry and spice elements maintain a brisk, wild character but really energize the mouth. Finishes with serious dusty tannins and firm-edged acidity. Give this a good double-decanting to eliminate some of gas if you plan to open a bottle anytime soon, or simply lay it down for a few years."-Stephen Tanzer

"Plush and rich, exhibiting dried lavender, black cherry and plum flavors that show details of white pepper and notes of forest floor, even a touch of pine. Supple, smooth details of Earl Grey tea chime in on the long finish."

"Dense and distinctive, with fleshy black cherry and ripe raspberry flavors wonderfully highlighted with plenty of mineral, talc, lavender, truffle and spice box details. The flavors evolve on the finish."