{"title":"North Island","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"craggy-range-sophia-gimbletts","title":"Craggy Range SOPHIA Gimbletts","description":"With Sophia, a wine from Craggy Range's Prestige Collection, Steve Smith creates a complex wine in the Bordeaux tradition. Gimblett's Gravels Vineyard, with its thick layers of stony soil, boasts soil that has been compared to the higher appellations in Bordeaux.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e New Zealand's best plots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nCraggy Range was founded around 1997. The philosophy was to select only the best parcels in New Zealand and then plant only grape varieties perfectly suited to the terroir. This made it the first winery in the Southern Hemisphere to adopt this approach. Craggy Range is one of the most advanced wineries ever built in New Zealand and is known for its high standards and meticulous craftsmanship. Over the years, the wines have become increasingly refined, acquiring depth and maturity.\n\n\n\n The Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Syrah from Craggy Range is a fascinating red wine blend of Merlot (62 percent), Cabernet Sauvignon (19 percent), Cabernet Franc (18 percent) and Petit Verdot (1 percent) and presents itself in a glass in a dark garnet red.\n\n\n \nThe various grape varieties all come from the Hawke's Bay region. The grapes are harvested and selected with great care. The grapes are pressed in the cellar, and the mash is then fermented in a stainless steel tank. This is followed by eighteen months of aging in French oak barrels. This dry red wine from New Zealand is a real treat with beef tenderloin with red wine sauce and mashed potatoes, rack of lamb with rosemary potatoes, or with liver and steamed onions.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The aromas and taste of Craggy Range SOPHIA Gimbletts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The wine is a dark garnet red. The expressive bouquet is enhanced by notes of blackberry, cassis, and cocoa—accompanied by oaky notes. This red wine is opulent on the palate without being overpowering, boasting a body with sweet fruit and caramelized nuances. The fine tannins are perfectly woven into the dense texture. The excellent length on the finish completes this unforgettable New Zealand wine.","brand":"Cordier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775756079183,"sku":"4545","price":89.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/sophia-gimblett-s-gravels-vineyard_4545.webp?v=1770046300"},{"product_id":"craggy-range-syrah","title":"Craggy Range Syrah","description":"This Syrah is made in the style of the Syrah in the Northern Rhône. (Hence this spelling.) The Gimblett Gravels Vineyard is very well suited for growing this variety.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Craggy Range's unique working method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n Craggy Range was founded around 1997. The philosophy was to select only the best parcels in New Zealand and then plant only grape varieties perfectly suited to the terroir. This made it the first winery in the Southern Hemisphere to adopt this approach.\n\n\n \nThe Syrah grapes for this red wine come from the Hawke's Bay region. The Gimblett Gravels Winegrowing District was created by a flood in 1876 when the Ngaruroro River changed course, leaving behind a gravelly landscape. The area is a place of warmth, stone, and sandy alluvial soils. This unique combination, along with other climatic factors such as sunshine, humidity, and rainfall, means the gravel retains heat and leads to optimal ripening for Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The stylistic characteristics of red wines from this vineyard are richness, ripeness, and elegance, with a characteristic fine, dusty tannic finish.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Careful harvest and selection of the Syrah grapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n After careful selection and curing of the grapes, they are gently destemmed and pressed in the cellar. Vinification took place in stainless steel vats, followed by aging in French oak barrels for 17 months; 22 percent of the barrels were new.\n\n\n \nThe Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Syrah from Craggy Range is a single-varietal New Zealand red wine with a strong purple color in the glass. The bouquet is carried by spicy berry aromas—boysenberry, freshly ground pepper, and anise are prominent. The aromas on the nose are supported by fresh herbs. The palate also enjoys juicy red berries. The body is perfectly balanced and harmonizes beautifully with the subtle acidity. The tannins are accompanied by a mineral note. The finish is wonderfully long and dry.","brand":"Cordier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775754309711,"sku":"4546","price":31.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/syrah-gimblett-gravels-vineyard-craggy-range_4546.webp?v=1770046301"},{"product_id":"craggy-range-chardonnay","title":"Craggy Range Chardonnay","description":"The Chardonnay in the Kidnappers vineyard grows on clay and loam soil. This subsoil, combined with careful clone selection, allows the grapes to develop very pure, cool Chardonnay flavors.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The Craggy Range family history\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nIn 1993, Terry Peabody and his wife, Mary, decided they wanted to create a family legacy that could be passed on to future generations. They decided to establish a wine estate somewhere in the world, their desire stemming from the family's love of fine wine. There was one stipulation: Terry didn't want to buy into an existing vineyard, but rather select bare-earth, untouched land to ensure quality from the outset.\n\n\n\n Their search for a winery began, traditionally enough, in France and America, and then expanded to Australia. An opportunity then led Terry to the edge of the world—to New Zealand—a land of mountains, fire, and ice. Here, he saw potential he hadn't seen elsewhere: the country's exceptional climate, its rich agricultural history, and the pioneering spirit of its people.\n\n\n \nThe Chardonnay grapes come from the Kidnappers Vineyard, located on the coast of Hawke's Bay in Te Awange. Spring and autumn here are warm and sunny, and summer is tempered by cooling sea breezes. It's the ideal location for developing intense Chardonnay flavors. This ultimately results in a wine with enhanced aromas and a delicious finish.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Nine months of maturation for the Craggy Range Chardonnay\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The harvest is 60 percent manual, with a yield of 53 hl\/ha. Vinification took place partially in stainless steel vats, the remainder in barriques, 10 percent of which were new. This was followed by nine months of aging. The wine has a pale gold color. Aromas of honey and fresh citrus, and a slightly minerally flavor with a hint of melon.","brand":"Cordier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775757029455,"sku":"4547","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/chardonnay-kidnappers-vineyard-craggy-range_4547.webp?v=1770046303"},{"product_id":"craggy-range-sauvignon-blanc-te-muna","title":"Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc Te Muna","description":"The Sauvignon Blanc from the Te Muna vineyard grows in soils with stones and limestone. Te Muna means \"the secret\" in the Maori language. And it's a secret worth sharing, because what a delicious white wine from Craggy Range.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The philosophy of Craggy Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n Craggy Range was founded around 1997. The philosophy was to select only the best parcels in New Zealand and then plant only grape varieties perfectly suited to the terroir. This made it the first winery in the Southern Hemisphere to adopt this approach.\n\n\n \nThe Te Muna Road Vineyard is located approximately seven kilometers outside the township of Martinborough. The vineyard comprises two distinct terraces; the upper terrace consists of very old, stony, clay-infused soils, perfect for Pinot Noir. The lower terrace of younger stony soils interwoven with limestone provides an excellent environment for Sauvignon Blanc. Martinborough's cooler climate ensures the wine is aromatic with a steely minerality, while the rocky soils enhance the intensity of the fruit. The region's warm, dry summers and mild winters have resulted in complex and structured wines with subtle aromas and an elegant finish.\n\n\n \nThis also applies to this delicious Sauvignon Blanc. It sparkles in the glass with a lemon-yellow color and greenish hues. The grapes are harvested by hand, then carefully pressed and fermented in a stainless steel tank. Finally, the wine is aged on fine lees for a total of four months in used French barriques.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e What does Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc taste like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The delightful bouquet unfolds with aromas of nectarine, green apple, honeysuckle, lime, and nettle. This New Zealand white wine is opulent and complex on the palate. A lively acidity and tropical fruit lead to a long, mineral finish. Enjoy this dry New Zealand white wine with seafood, oysters, grilled vegetables, or grilled sea bream.","brand":"Cordier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775913922639,"sku":"4548","price":20.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/craggy-range-sauvignon-blanc-te-muna-road-vineyard_4548.webp?v=1770046330"},{"product_id":"crimson-pinot-noir","title":"Crimson Pinot Noir","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"45\"\u003eAta Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"583\"\u003e Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir is the young, energetic brother of the iconic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/wijnhuis-ata-rangi\" title=\"Ata Rangi wine\"\u003eAta Rangi\u003c\/a\u003e Pinot Noir, made from Pinot Noir vines aged between 5 and 20 years on the Martinborough Terrace. A portion of the proceeds goes to Project Crimson, which protects and replants red-flowered pōhutukawa and rātā trees in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/land-nieuw-zeelandse-wijnen\" title=\"Wine from New Zealand\"\u003eNew Zealand\u003c\/a\u003e . What makes Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir so special? This Martinborough Pinot Noir combines vibrant red fruit and refined spices with a serious structure, while simultaneously supporting a conservation project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"608\"\u003e Vineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003e The grapes come from Martinborough, in the Wairarapa region on the southern tip of New Zealand's North Island, from various plots on the classic Martinborough Terrace. These ancient river terraces consist of deep gravel layers covered by a thin layer of alluvial loam, resulting in extremely well-draining soils and concentrated, aromatic Pinot Noir. The vines for Crimson were deliberately selected from younger plantings in the company's own vineyards, aged between approximately 5 and 20 years, so that in the glass you get that combination of pure fruit expression and growing complexity. Martinborough's cool, windy climate keeps the berries small and provides fresh acidity, while sunny days allow the grapes to fully ripen. Ata Rangi was founded in 1980 by Clive Paton on what was then a barren, stony plot of land and has become one of the pioneers and benchmarks for Pinot Noir in this region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e Vinification and maturation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003e The Pinot Noir for Crimson is harvested entirely by hand and brought to the cellar in small crates, where the bunches are rigorously selected. The majority of the harvest is destemmed, with a small portion of whole bunches for added tension and spice, after which the grapes are macerated for several days at a low temperature to gently extract color and aromas. Fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts in open stainless steel tanks, with manual plunging of the skins for maximum control without over-extracting the fruit. The wine is then aged for approximately 12 months in French oak barrels, only a small portion of which are new, so that the oak influence supports the wine but never overpowers it. The winemaking philosophy is deliberately hands-off and traditional, just like with the great Ata Rangi Pinot Noir, with the aim of achieving the most honest possible expression of Martinborough in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2508\"\u003e Grape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2758\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2548\"\u003ePinot Noir – Martinborough Terrace\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003e Crimson is a pure Pinot Noir from Martinborough, where fruit from several younger plots on the gravel terraces is blended into one characterful red wine that is both accessible and serious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2760\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003e Tasting notes and serving suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2793\" data-end=\"3679\"\u003e In the glass, it reveals a clear, medium ruby red color with an almost transparent rim. The nose reveals a refined bouquet of rose petals, raspberry, wild strawberry, and pomegranate, complemented by spicy notes of cardamom and ginger and savory hints reminiscent of manuka smoke, prosciutto, thyme, and rosemary. The palate is smooth and open with juicy notes of raspberry compote, cherry, and rhubarb, supported by orange zest, fine tannins, and a lively freshness that gives the wine length and tension. Serve Crimson preferably around 14°C, slightly chilled, to best enhance its delicate aromas. At the table, it feels at home with dishes featuring duck or slow-cooked pork, with mushroom risotto, grilled salmon or tuna, and with soft, creamy cheeses, where its refined structure and fresh acidity cut beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ad Bibendum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44339497599055,"sku":"AB-020222","price":29.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/CrimsonPinotNoir.webp?v=1768310617"},{"product_id":"pinot-noir-martinborough","title":"Pinot Noir Martinborough","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"39\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eAta Rangi Pinot Noir Martinborough\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"686\" data-start=\"41\"\u003e Ata Rangi Pinot Noir Martinborough is the flagship wine of this small, organic family-run winery on the southern tip of the North Island, made from the oldest Pinot Noir vines on the gravel terraces surrounding the village. Since the 1980s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/wijnhuis-ata-rangi\" title=\"New Zealand's top winery Ata Rangi\"\u003e, Ata Rangi\u003c\/a\u003e has been demonstrating just how good Pinot Noir can be here, with a style often compared to top Burgundies but clearly retaining its own distinct New Zealand signature. What makes Ata Rangi Pinot Noir \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/subregio-martinborough\" title=\"Martinborough wine region\"\u003eMartinborough\u003c\/a\u003e so special? It's a Pinot Noir made from old vines and the legendary Abel clone, combining refined power, aging potential, and a distinct sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"713\" data-start=\"688\"\u003e Vineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1569\" data-start=\"715\"\u003e The grapes come from New Zealand, from Martinborough in the Wairarapa, from several small plots on the Martinborough Terrace within a few hundred meters of the cellar. These terraces are old riverbeds with a thin layer of loam over deep, free-draining gravel soils, allowing the vines to root deeply and keeping yields naturally low. For this wine, Ata Rangi uses only the oldest Pinot Noir plantings, including the famous Abel clone (also known as the \"gumboot clone\") and various Dijon clones, which together provide structure, depth, and aromatic complexity. The cool, breezy climate with sunny days and cool nights keeps the berries small and concentrated, while the organic vineyard management and the estate's long history are immediately evident in the wine's precision and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1598\" data-start=\"1571\"\u003e Vinification and maturation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2580\" data-start=\"1600\"\u003e Ata Rangi hand-harvests all its Pinot Noir, with multiple passes through the vineyard to ensure only perfectly ripe bunches are harvested. In the cellar, they follow a traditional, minimal-intervention method: the grapes first undergo a cold maceration of several days to gently extract color and aromas, after which fermentation with indigenous yeasts takes place in open vats. Some of the bunches are then barreled entirely unstemmed for added tension, floral notes, and spice, while hand-immersing the skins creates a fine, silky tannic structure. After fermentation, the wine is aged for approximately 11 months in French oak barrels, with a modest proportion of new wood, allowing the wood to enhance the wine with subtle spice and texture without overpowering the Martinborough Terrace character. The wines are vegan-friendly and are made with a clear focus on purity, structure, and long-term aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2607\" data-start=\"2582\"\u003e Grape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2969\" data-start=\"2609\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"2669\" data-start=\"2609\"\u003ePinot Noir – oldest parcels on Martinborough Terrace\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2672\" data-start=\"2669\"\u003e This wine is 100% Pinot Noir, sourced from the estate's oldest vineyards, with a significant proportion of Abel and various Dijon clones; together they create a concentrated, layered Pinot Noir with refined red fruit, floral aromas, spiciness, and a distinctive mineral undertone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3004\" data-start=\"2971\"\u003e Tasting notes and serving suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4031\" data-start=\"3006\"\u003e Ata Rangi Pinot Noir Martinborough has a bright, deep ruby red color with a refined, perfumed nose of wild strawberry, red cherry, and plum, complemented by notes of rose petals and dried herbs. The aroma and palate also reveal spicy notes such as cardamom, clove, and a hint of sumac, beneath which subtle savory elements evoke earth, graphite, and a touch of umami. The structure is full yet elegant, with finely coated, ripe tannins, lively yet well-integrated acidity, and a long, precise finish that lingers with red fruit, spice, and minerality. Serve this wine ideally at around 14–16°C (57–60°F), preferably in large Burgundy glasses. At the table, it is ideally suited to dishes featuring duck, rack of lamb, slow-cooked pork, mushroom risotto, grilled tuna or salmon, and to refined dishes with roasted vegetables and spicy jus, where its combination of depth, freshness and finesse comes into its own.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ad Bibendum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44339770261583,"sku":"AB-018199","price":67.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/MartinboroughPinotNoir.webp?v=1768318079"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/regio-north-island.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}