93 & 90 Points, Candice Chow, Raymond Chan Wine Reviews

Loveblock Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Marlborough
Bright, pale straw-yellow, lighter watery on the rim. The nose is well-packed with exotic fruit aromas of pineapple, green guava along with cut grass and aromatic white spice dusting. Medium-bodied, the fruit possesses good intensity, the palate is salivating with aromas of pineapple, green guava, kaffir lime, along with a dusting of fine white pepper. The wine has vibrant tropical fruit and grassy details show varietal and classic Marlborough quality. Acidity is lively, provides vitality and freshness to a long finish. Match with mussels and crustacean over the next 2-3 years. 35% handpicked fruit, fermented in concrete egg, amphorae and older old barrels; 65% machine picked fruit fermented in stainless steel. 13.5% alc, 6.8 g/l RS. BioGro organic certified, vegan friendly. 18.5/20 pts (93 pts) Dec 2020 RRP $21.99

Loveblock Pinot Gris 2020, Marlborough Bright, pale yellow, lighter on the rim. The nose is vibrant and straight-forward, aromas of quince and pear entwined with a touch of cinnamon and ginger. Medium-bodied, dry to taste, fresh aromas of nashi pear, quince, along with lemon form a lively core, enliven by ginger and cinnamon spices. Acidity is mouthwatering, provide freshness and cleanse to the palate. Subtle lemon peels and spices lend a bright finish. This is a bright, straight-forward Pinot Gris with flavours of quince, lemon and spices on a refreshing and smooth flow. Match with pulled pork and Japanese dumplings over the next 2-3 years. Machine-picked, fermented to 12.5%, 5.2 g/l RS. BioGro organic certified, vegan friendly. 18/20 pts (90 pts) Dec 2020 RRP $21.99