{"id":9868,"date":"2023-11-20T16:45:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-20T03:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/?page_id=9868"},"modified":"2023-11-22T15:38:36","modified_gmt":"2023-11-22T02:38:36","slug":"black-labels-23","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/index.php\/black-labels-23\/","title":{"rendered":"BLACK Labels"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\tThe following collection of \u2018Black Label\u2019 wines &#8211; are an ideal pairing with a diverse selection of seasonal, casual &#038; festive cuisine *(plus 3 wines will pair well with Xmas-cake &#038; mixed chocolates). Here are a few brief words to describe my first impressions and the essence of each wine. A versatile range of New Zealand &#038; International wines ready to be sipped, savoured &#038; shared this Friday and over the coming months.<br \/>\n*Remember &#8211; \u2018when &#038; where possible, all wine tastes better when served from the appropriate glass and at the ideal temperature\u2019.\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-01.png\" alt=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-01\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"552\" width=\"212\" title=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-01\"  \/>\n\t<h6>DRAPPIER<br \/> Blanc de Blancs &#8211; Grand Cru 2015<\/h6>\n<strong>Region:\u00a0<\/strong>Mesnil-sur-Oger &#8211; France<br \/>\n<strong>Owner \/ Chef de Cave:<\/strong> Michel Drappier<br \/>\n5 years of aging, this Champagne is lively with a purity of fruits, floral and a mineral touch. It is a very well balanced cuv\u00e9e with a remarkable length, with brioche, candied citrus and green apples, resulting in a mouthfeel both generous and dynamic.<br \/>\n(12% Alc.\/vol. &#8211; Dosage 4g\/L)\n\u2022 Chill gently &#038; serve between 8\u00b0- 10\u00b0C<br \/>\n*<strong>Retail &#8211; NZ$129.99  :  4 Stars <\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-02.png\" alt=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-02\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"552\" width=\"212\" title=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-02\"  \/>\n\t<h6>RIMAPERE<br \/> \u2018Plot 101\u2019 Sauvignon Blanc 2022<\/h6>\n<strong>Region:\u00a0<\/strong>Marlborough &#8211; NZ<br \/>\n<strong>*Winemaker \/ Director:<\/strong> Anne Escalle<br \/>\nThis wine has an elegant texture, with its signature style of lemon and grapefruit flavours engaging your tastebuds. 50% of the wine was aged in oak barrels giving breadth and character to the palate and the natural core of acidity giving a bright finish.<br \/>\n(13.5% Alc.\/vol. &#8211; Dry Style)\n\u2022 Chill gently &#038; serve between 8\u00b0- 9\u00b0C<br \/>\n*<strong>Retail &#8211; NZ$44.99 :  4 Stars <\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/LC-Plume-2020.png\" alt=\"LC-Plume-2020\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"552\" width=\"212\" title=\"LC-Plume-2020\"  \/>\n\t<h6>PLUME  &#8211; \u2018by Lake Chalice\u2019<br \/> Chardonnay 2020<\/h6>\n<strong>Region:\u00a0<\/strong>Marlborough &#8211; NZ<br \/>\n<strong>Head Winemaker:<\/strong> Chloe Gabrielsen<br \/>\nAppealing palate with a luscious first impression, then in equal measure white peaches, grilled pineapple, with lemon cured acidity, a deft minerality and thoughtfully wrapped in vanilla oak. The wine has a beguiling elegance, with a classic dry finish.<br \/>\n(13.5% Alc.\/vol. &#8211; Dry Style)\n\u2022 Chill gently &#038; serve between 8\u00b0- 10\u00b0C<br \/>\n*<strong>Retail &#8211; NZ$49.99 :  5 Stars <\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Trinity-GG-Chard-2022.png\" alt=\"Trinity-GG-Chard-2022\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"552\" width=\"212\" title=\"Trinity-GG-Chard-2022\"  \/>\n\t<h6>TRINITY HILL  &#8211; \u2018Gimblett Gravels\u2019<br \/>Chardonnay 2022<\/h6>\n<strong>Region:\u00a0<\/strong>Hawke\u2019s Bay &#8211; NZ<br \/>\n<strong>Chief Winemaker:<\/strong> Warren Gibson<br \/>\nInviting aromas of white peaches, apples &#038; citrus blossom are complemented by hints of vanilla, and roasted almonds. The wine is concentrated in the mouth yet remains fresh and vibrant, it has an approachable complexity and classic dry finish.<br \/>\n(14% Alc.\/vol. &#8211; Dry Style)\n\u2022 Chill gently &#038; serve between 8\u00b0- 10\u00b0C<br \/>\n*<strong>Retail &#8211; NZ$49.99 :  5 Stars <\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-05.png\" alt=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-05\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"552\" width=\"212\" title=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-05\"  \/>\n\t<h6>MATAWHERO <br \/> \u2018IRWIN\u2019 Chardonnay 2017<\/h6>\n<strong>Region:\u00a0<\/strong>Gisborne &#8211; NZ<br \/>\n<strong>Owner \/ Director:<\/strong> Kirsten Searle<br \/>\nOn the palate generous, ripe and engaging peaches and melon flavours, entwined with creamy hazelnut and vanilla notes resulting in a smooth texture. A complex wine with finely entwined oak-spice, perfectly balanced and a lingering dry finish.<br \/>\n(14% Alc.\/vol. &#8211; Dry Style)\n\u2022 Chill gently &#038; serve between 8\u00b0- 10\u00b0C<br \/>\n*<strong>Retail &#8211; NZ$58.99 :  5 Stars <\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tony-Bish-Heartwood-2021.png\" alt=\"Tony-Bish-Heartwood-2021\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"552\" width=\"212\" title=\"Tony-Bish-Heartwood-2021\"  \/>\n\t<h6>TONY BISH <br \/> \u2018Heartwood\u2019 Chardonnay 2021<\/h6>\n<strong>Region:\u00a0<\/strong>Hawke&#8217;s Bay &#8211; NZ<br \/>\n<strong>Owner \/ Winemaker:<\/strong> Tony Bish<br \/>\nRipe aromas of peaches, deft citrus &#038; cedar, these flow onto a broad palate which is generous, a beautifully defined mineral seam &#038; splash of acidity. Time in mixed French oak has given a dovetailed structure to a memorable textural finish.<br \/>\n(14% Alc.\/vol. &#8211; Dry Style)\n\u2022 Chill gently &#038; serve between 8\u00b0- 10\u00b0C<br \/>\n*<strong>Retail &#8211; NZ$45.99 :  5 Stars <\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-06.png\" alt=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-06\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"552\" width=\"212\" title=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-06\"  \/>\n\t<h6>CHAKANA <br \/> \u2018Estate Selection\u2019 Malbec 2019<\/h6>\n<strong>Region:\u00a0<\/strong>Mendoza &#8211; Argentina<br \/>\n<strong>Chief Winemaker:<\/strong> Gabriel Bloise<br \/>\nInviting aromas expressing ripe dark berries, mixed with dried herbs and a touch of mocha coffee. The appealing palate has a generous fruit forward nature, along with well-balanced smooth tannins and a deft use of oak on an appealing lingering finish. <br \/>\n(14% Alc.\/vol. &#8211; Dry Style)\n\u2022 No decanting &#038; serve between 16\u00b0- 17\u00b0C<br \/>\n*<strong>Retail &#8211; NZ$32.99 :  4 Stars <\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GM-RES-Cabernet-2014.png\" alt=\"GM-RES-Cabernet-2014\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"552\" width=\"212\" title=\"GM-RES-Cabernet-2014\"  \/>\n\t<h6>GEOFF MERRILL <br \/> \u2018Reserve\u2019 Cabernet 2014<\/h6>\n<strong>Region:\u00a0<\/strong>McLaren Vale &#038; Coonawarra <br \/>\n<strong>Winemakers:<\/strong> Geoff Merrill &#038; Scott Heidrich<br \/>\nA rich and generous palate, with incredible depth. Showcasing intense, dark berry flavours, defined fruit acidity, and an engaging texture. Signature balanced tension between natural tannins and 30 months in oak, providing structure to the solid finish.<br \/>\n(14.5% Alc.\/vol. &#8211; Dry Style)\n\u2022 Mild decanting &#038; serve between 17\u00b0- 18\u00b0C<br \/>\n*<strong>Retail &#8211; NZ$59.99 :  5 Stars <\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-09.png\" alt=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-09\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"552\" width=\"212\" title=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-09\"  \/>\n\t<h6>DE BORTOLI <br \/> \u2018Show Liqueur\u2019 Muscat<\/h6>\n<strong>Region:\u00a0<\/strong>Riverina &#8211; Australia<br \/>\n<strong>Senior Winemaker:<\/strong> Julie Mortlock<br \/>\nEngaging raisins, fig and spice with subtle floral notes. The palate is rich &#038; luscious after ageing in oak barrels for 8 years, expressing complex flavours of sweet raisins, figs, dates, toffee &#038; caramel resulting in a viscous finish. (100% Muscat)<br \/>\n(18% Alc.\/vol. &#8211; Residual Sugar 234g\/L)\n\u2022 Chill gently &#038; serve between 7\u00b0- 8\u00b0C<br \/>\n*<strong>500ml Retail &#8211; NZ$32.99 :  5 Stars <\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Kopke-Ruby-NV.png\" alt=\"Kopke-Ruby-NV\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"552\" width=\"212\" title=\"Kopke-Ruby-NV\"  \/>\n\t<h6>KOPKE <br \/> \u2018Fine Ruby\u2019 Port<\/h6>\n<strong>Region:\u00a0<\/strong>Douro Valley &#8211; Portugal <br \/>\n<strong>Head Winemaker:<\/strong> Carlos Alves<br \/>\nThe Kopke Port House was established in 1683. This Ruby, was aged for 3 years in small casks before release. A deep ruby colour. An inviting aroma of ripe cherries and plums, that carry onto the engaging smooth palate and a berrylicious finish. <br \/>\n(19.5% Alc.\/vol. &#8211; Residual Sugar 102g\/L)\n\u2022 Chill gently &#038; serve between 8\u00b0- 10\u00b0C<br \/>\n*<strong>750ml Retail &#8211; NZ$31.99 :  4 Stars <\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-08.png\" alt=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-08\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"552\" width=\"212\" title=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-08\"  \/>\n\t<h6>CECILIA BERETTA <br \/> \u2018RISERVA\u2019 Amarone DOCG 2013<\/h6>\n<strong>Region:\u00a0<\/strong>Valpolicella &#8211; Italy<br \/>\n<strong>Chief Winemaker:<\/strong> Giovanni Nordera<br \/>\nThis cuv\u00e9e is vinified from Corvina, Rondinella, Corvinone, Croatina &#038; Oseleta. Opulent aromatics which lead onto generous flavours of dark cherries, cassis, mocha-chocolate and dried spices wrapped in smooth tannins and a moreish finish. <br \/>\n(15.5% Alc.\/vol. &#8211; Residual Sugar 9.5g\/L)\n\u2022 Stand-Decanting &#038; serve between 16\u00b0- 17\u00b0C<br \/>\n*<strong>Retail &#8211; NZ$98.99 :  4 Stars <\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-10.png\" alt=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-10\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"552\" width=\"212\" title=\"Black-Friday-2022-Bottle-10\"  \/>\n\t<h6>FONSECA  &#8211; \u2018Bicentenary\u2019<br \/> Guimaraens Vintage Port 2015<\/h6>\n<strong>Region:\u00a0<\/strong>Douro Valley &#8211; Portugal <br \/>\n<strong>Head Winemaker:<\/strong> David Guimaraens<br \/>\nThis wine is all about generous dark fruits, but at the same time elegant complexity. Underneath all this fruit you have well balanced and supportive exotic oak, liquorice and black pepper and well-integrated tannins adding additional texture and rich character. <br \/>\n(20% Alc.\/vol. &#8211; Residual Sugar 101g\/L)\n\u2022 Chill slightly &#038; serve between 14\u00b0- 15\u00b0C<br \/>\n*<strong>Retail &#8211; NZ$119.99 :  4 Stars <\/strong>\n\t*These wines are available at selected Fine Wine Retailers \u2022 Restaurants \u2022 Wine Bars &#038; Winery Website. <br \/>\n*(Please note the vintage &#038; availability of these reviewed wines can change quickly) \n<p> <\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\tmore wine reviews\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/index.php\/recent-wine-articles\/\" target=\"_self\" role=\"button\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":9879,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-9868","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","entry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/9868","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9868"}],"version-history":[{"count":15,"href":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/9868\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9918,"href":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/9868\/revisions\/9918"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9879"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9868"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}