Scott Base

Scott Base Central Otago Pinot Rose 2017 (Allan Scott Wines)
Light salmon and Auckland rose hues. Aromas and flavours of red apple skin, red cherry and peach. Crisp, dry and intense with a core of fruit laced with fruit spice and a dusting of tannin. Great balance and length. Drink now and through 2018.
90 Points

Spade Oak Vineyard

Spade Oak Vineyard 'Heart of Gold' Tempranillo Rose 2017, Gisborne
Lovely bouquet of light red fruits with cherry, cranberry and strawberry; some red apple skin and steely freshness. On the palate - lush, crisp, refreshing and just dry with a light sweetness, but pretty much all fruit. Balanced and well made. drink now and through 2018.
90 Points

Big Sky Wines

Big Sky Gruner Veltliner 2017, Te Muna Road, Martinborough
Intriguing aromas of varietal GV with radish, pineapple and soft white herb layer then apple, lemon and a touch of almond. On the palate - dry, crisp and varietal flavours that reflect the nose; white pepper, pineapple, white herbs and apple. Balanced and well made. Requires some cellar time, but should be ready by late 2018. 
88 Points

Neudorf

Neudorf Moutere Riesling Dry 2016, Nelson
Intense aromas of wild flowers and honeysuckle set against a backdrop of apple and kaffir lime; a hint of spice and a whisper of ginger. On the palate - crisp and dry with an immediate tension, a pause, then a flourish of flavours that reflect the nose. Long finish, a keeper for sure - this wine is set to mature for a decade at least. Well crafted example.
94 Points

Measure & Guess

Measure & Guess Vine Hopper IPA & Sauvignon Blanc
A classic IPA nose with a hoppy, bitter apricot and beer lees nose, golden honey malt and toasted cereal. Flavours repeat on the palate with a light tropical fruit layer and a hint of herb. Balanced, drinkable and fun! Drink upon purchase.
88 Points

Allan Scott

Allan Scott 'Green Hopped Gooseberry Bomb' Sauvignon Blanc - with Nelson Sauvin Hops
This is indeed a gooseberry bomb, very intense aromas of spicy hops, tobacco, wild green beans and grated green apple. Flavours match the nose with a beer and bourbon layer, moderate at best acidity, persistent finish. Different, interesting and worth a try.

Peckham's Cidery & Orchard

Rare Nelson Cider

Peckham's Moutere Perry, 5.5% abv. Nelson, NZ
Aromas of crushed white fleshed fruit with pear and pear skin leading, a whisper of ginger and spice from lees residue. Crisp and refreshing on the palate with flavours that match the nose; a gentle petillant-like fizz adds texture and length. Plush finish. Drink anytime.
88 Points

Peckham's Taunton Challenge, Somerset Cider Apples. 5.9% abv. Nelson, NZ
Golden amber hues leads to a bouquet of bruised apple, pear with cooked versions of both. On the palate - quite tasty with flavours of tropical fruits, apricot and apple skin. Light sparkle and crunchy textured finish. Drink upon purchase.
85 Points

Peckham's Kingston & Alford with a touch of honey. 6.0% abv. Nelson, NZ
Gold and yellow gold appearance. Aromas and flavours of apricot, bruised apple and honey, a light waxy, leesy finish. Fine lightly sparkling texture and lengthy finish. Drink upon purchase.
89 Points

Peckham's Sweet Serious Frenchie. ancient craft wild ferment. 4.8% abv. Nelson, NZ
Gold and yellow gold appearance. Aromas and flavours of apricot, strawberry, a hint of cheese, ginger and fig. Well balanced with a hint of sweetness. Soft sparkle, lengthy finish. Balanced and well made. Drink upon purchase.
90 Points