Words, Wines & Wonders
From reviews and wine profiles from our extensive portfolio to team updates, events and regional travels – our blog covers it all.
November 5, 2019
Drinkin’ Hine, Feelin’ Fine
Whether you’re young, old, a whiskey-lover, or a wine-aficionado – Hine Cognac’s got you covered.
October 22, 2019
Bohemian Wines: The Bohemian, The Poet & The Dancer
A red, a white and a rosé - a collection of beautifully crafted wines from hand-picked masters of craft around NZ.
October 9, 2019
Tango & Tipples: An Argentinian Wine Exploration
What comes to mind when one thinks of Argentina? Picturesque landscapes, tango, football, and of course, wine.
October 4, 2019
Staff Wine Focus with Shana Cameron
"It's Spring and what better wine to encapsulate the season than with Folium - Latin for leaf."
October 2, 2019
K Vintners: Rock ‘n’ Roll ‘n’ Raving Reviews
Bold, black and to-the-point - there’s nothing quiet about these substantial wines hailing from Washington state.
September 23, 2019
The Golden Trio: Virginia Dare
If you’re anything like us (and we know you are) a good story behind a wine makes it all the more enthralling.
September 23, 2019
The Golden Trio: Phantom by Bogle Vineyards
Self described as ‘hauntingly delicious,’ this wine is big. It fills a room (and your mouth) with its presence.
September 23, 2019
The Golden Trio: Château Souverain
The Château Souverain Chardonnay offers a plush texture and balanced acidity with a long, flavourful finish. Delish.
August 28, 2019
Staff Wine Focus with Aimée Hopwood
"The ultimate embodiment of freshness! Just so yummy"
August 28, 2019
The Race of a Lifetime
Our Promotions Coordinator Lucille Antoine shares her story about fighting for cause very close to her heart...
August 7, 2019
Eat Drink Love Ponsonby: Sapphire Series Events
Three collaborative events as part of the Eat Drink Love Ponsonby Sapphire Series.
July 31, 2019
Staff Wine Focus with Laura O’Loughlin
"One of the most iconic Champagnes with a reputation that precedes itself..."
July 23, 2019
Celebrating Burgundy Premier Cru
We held two outstanding dinners on the same evening for our Burgundy Premier Cru events. What a night!
July 9, 2019
Mollydooker: The Ultimate Wow-Inducing, Crowd-Pleasing Favourite
A powerhouse in every sense of the word, Mollydooker is a crowd-pleasing, wow-inducing, glass-filling favourite.
June 26, 2019
Staff Wine Focus with John Filmer
"Idiotic by name, but not by nature... A great Australian Shiraz!"
June 4, 2019
The Ins and Outs of Burgundy Crus
The more one learns, the more one realises how much remains to be learned of this magical place in east-central France.
May 21, 2019
Staff Wine Focus with Sweetha Shetty
"This wine is just as lovely as the winemaker herself, Julianne Brogden."
April 29, 2019
Les Merveilleux Producteurs: A Natural Wine-Matched Dinner
Four divine courses alongside a selection of the finest natural, biodynamic and organic wines from our portfolio.
April 23, 2019
Staff Wine Focus with Matt Haussrer
"This month has seen me salivating at the release of Mountford Estate's 2014 Hommage a l'Alsace..."