Favorite Things: Wine

I LOVE WINE.  However I am by NO means a wine connoisseur.  My Sauvignon Blancs have to be Marlboroughs and I don't care for Merlot or Riesling (sorry for those of you who love these, I won't be featuring them).  Here are some of the regulars at our house...and they don't break the bank.  Keep in mind that a 'NICE' bottle of wine in the Reynolds house is like $30 max.

#1: CUPCAKE SAUVIGNON BLANC
“It’s the long cool seasons in the South Island that allows our sauvignon blanc grapes to mature slowly, giving the wine levels of complexity and a vibrant zing. This Sauvignon Blanc is reminiscent of a lemon chiffon cupcake. It’s made up of integrated flavors of Meyer lemons, Key limes and a finish that awakens the appetite There are hints of grapefruit, gooseberry and citrus, and comes together with a long, creamy finish.” -CUPCAKE VINEYARDS



#2: MONKEY BAY SAUVIGNON BLANC
"Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc is a charming, elegant wine, displaying intense varietal character. Crisp and refreshing, with vibrant flavours of ripe citrus and tropical fruit, the palate has excellent weight and length." -MONKEY BAY VINEYARDS




#3: THE CROSSINGS SAUVIGNON BLANC
"Displaying flinty, mineral undertones - classic features of Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc - this wine shows intense flavours of tangy limes on a finely textured palate with a wonderful length of flavour. Lovely aromas of Vine Passionfruit mixed with citrus notes. Pale yellow hue with highlights of green." -THE CROSSINGS VINEYARD


#4: RAVENSWOOD CABERNET SAUVIGNON

"Cab credentials? No need to carry ’em. Our 2009 vintage is as real as it gets, 
with strong tannins and juicy fruit aromas backed by bold blackberry, black 
currant, toasted oak, and vanilla flavors." -RAVENSWOOD VINEYARDS