A FESTIVE FEW
SWEET STRAWBERRY
Made from the free-run juice of Pinot Noir grapes, this delicious Rosé is instantly appealing on the nose with sweet strawberry, red apple, lemon peel, and subtle spice aromas. The palate displays excellent fruit purity combined with fine texture and juicy acidity, making it super tasty and lingering. This wine is at its best from now until 2023 and is $28. Review by Sam Kim, Wine Orbit.
RIVIERA READY
Earl is Christchurch’s love letter to the vivacious coastlines of Italy, bringing European summer to the heart of our city. The pre-dinner aperitivo is an Italian tradition. It might be a while before we’re sipping spritzes in a Roman piazza, but we’ve got the next best thing right here with the Riviera Spritz. It is sweet and refreshing, with elderflower, Lillet Blanc, Prosecco, cucumber, and a sprig of mint.
LONG AND LINGERING
Greystone has released a new bubbles – Petillant Naturel. Made without the addition of any sugar or preservatives, this is bringing back a traditional way of making natural sparkling wine. With citrus on the palate and lively aromas of crisp pineapple and lemon balm, this is the perfect summer tipple. It’s also certified organic and vegan.
LET’S TALK FURKEY
This Christmas, save the meat and gobble (get it?) up some of Grater Good’s insanely delicious Roast Furkey. The ‘Furkey’ is a white-meat seitan roast with herb stuffing, wrapped in a soy ‘skin’, and comes with a maple glaze. It is easy to cook, delicious hot or cold, and a definite show-stopper on the table. It arrives frozen, so make sure you thaw before the big day!