Sweet and tangy, packed full of freshness with zesty citrus curd flavours.

The nose shows lemongrass, kaffir lime and red grapefruit… Hints of crisp nectarine, rich nougat and citrus rind evolve on the back of the nose. The palate begins fresh with bright peachy fruit, pineapple and is plusher than expected once it hits the midpalate. The finish has a driving acidity that is cuddled by hints of fruit sweetness, leaving the mouth watering for another sip Winemakers Notes I discovered HBSB my first weekend here in HB in the summer of 2008 and thought right away that I wanted to make one of my own. The soft, complex, more tropical style appeals more to me than the styles grown to the south of HB. So we work on lots of lees stirring and accentuating those fleshy, rich notes. While there’s no doubt it’s a Kiwi SB, it’s also uniquely Hawke’s Bay and I love that. Vineyard Hawke’s Bay lies on the East Coast of the North Island of New Zealand. The region enjoys dry summers with moderate, cool nights. This wine reflects a single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc which was grown inland on the elevated terraces of the Crownthorpe sub-region of Hawke’s Bay. This appellation enjoys long, strong sunlight hours but is slightly cooler than the coastal plains of Hawke’s Bay, making it most suitable for growing Sauvignon Blanc. The 2021-22 season was a relatively warm with above average rainfall in the spring. Crop loads and options on the vine were also above average. The growing season was fine until a cold spell in February followed by some rainfall throughout March and April. However, Sauvignon Blanc remained resilient, especially up in the Crownthrope region, where we were able to let the fruit hang out to achieve the ripeness and flavour development needed to produce this unique style. Winemaking The fruit was picked over 3 days in early April then de-stemmed and crushed. The juice was settled and fermented in stainless steel tanks using two different yeasts in co-fermentation. Frequent stirring was done throughout fermentation and post fermentation allowing the solids to flesh out the palate. The wine was then cold settled and stabilized before bottling under screw-cap to maintain the bright fruit and aromatics gained from the young New Zealand soils and phenomenal UV light.

At Cat Amongst The Pigeons, our story begins in the Barossa and is one of vision, courage and the unordinary. When three entrepreneurs found a patch of dirt in the Barossa, and where others said nothing would grow, they followed their intuition and instinct as they new it would grow something special. The Barossa region delivers wines of complexity, layers of flavour, ripe fruit, perfect balance and structure. This 2023 Riesling has citrus aromas followed by lemon and lime flavours with a crisp refreshing palate.

Forester Estate Semillon Sauvignon Blanc is a clean, fruit driven wine style showing herbaceous, citrus and lifted floral characters distinct to Margaret River. Those fruit characters are expertly meshed with a long, pristine and lip-smacking acidity that draws out the length of flavour wonderfully. Drink now with good company!

This is Sauvignon Blanc, refreshed. Sorbet Mango Sauvignon Blanc is tropical, tangy and refreshing. Fresh flavours of juicy mango and a hint of spice combined with clean distinctive Sauvignon varietal notes make for a light and long refreshing flavour on the palate. Chill it down, pour it up, and mark the occasion.

This is Pinot Gris, refreshed. Sorbet Passionfruit Pinot Gris is a refreshing take on your favourite white, bursting with lifted tropical flavours and a nice medium bodied finish. Subtle aromas of tangy passionfruit perfectly accompany the spiced varietal notes of Pinot Gris, making this your new go-to for any occasion. Just throw it on ice and let the flavour do the talking.

This is a wine of intense blackberry fruit, dark chocolate and spice on the nose and palate. The fine tannins, acids and excellent fruit weight will ensure excellent mid term cellaring with the added bonus of no preservatives for those who are sensitive to sulphur.

Brand Summary: Inspired by the charm and elegance of a French patisserie, Patisserie invites consumers to indulge in a new level of deliciousness. Reimagining the wine experience, Patisserie delivers layers on layers of flavour, sophistication, style, elegance and delight paired with an invitation to ‘treat yourself’ to the most delicious wines ever. Tasting Note: A decadently styled wine layered with notes of vanilla custard, caramelised sugar, and baked stone fruit. Rich and smooth on the palate, it delivers a dessert-like indulgence with a soft, creamy finish. A luxurious twist on Chardonnay that’s perfect for those with a sweet tooth

Brand Summary: Inspired by the charm and elegance of a French patisserie, Patisserie invites consumers to indulge in a new level of deliciousness. Reimagining the wine experience, Patisserie delivers layers upon layers of flavour, sophistication, style, elegance and delight paired with an invitation to ‘treat yourself’ to the most delicious wines ever. Tasting Note: This Moscato is a playful, sweet-styled wine bursting with vibrant raspberry notes and a touch of creamy pastry richness. Lightly sparkling, it’s bright, juicy, and full of charm — just like its namesake dessert. A perfect treat for those who love their wine with a little whimsy and a lot of flavour.

Vavasour Sauvignon Blanc is a meticulously made wine with grapes selected for intensity and concentration. The bouquet shows passionfruit and white peach aromas and the palate has ripe fruit flavours with mineral notes. Always one of our favourites.