91 Points, Wine Spectator
Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2020
91 points | $28 | 35,000 cases imported | White
Tasting Note: Complex and effusive, showing fresh notes of lemon verbena, thyme and white pepper, with a core of Key lime, ruby grapefruit and other vibrant citrus flavors. Features an intense, harmonious finish. Drink now. 35,000 cases imported. — MW
Wine Spectator (March […]
93 Points, Wine Spectator
Pinot Noir Central Otago 2020
93 points | $36 | 4,000 cases imported | Red
Tasting Note: Fresh and lively, revealing a pretty floral note of violet, with cherry, plum and robust tobacco flavors. Offers a hint of dark chocolate on the firm, muscular finish. Harmonious and powerful. Drink now through 2030. —M.W.
Wine Spectator (May 2022)
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Loveblock Pinot Gris Marlborough 2019
Score: 89
Release Price: $34
Tasting Note
Pear, nectarine and apricot flavors are supple and fresh on a soft and juicy frame. Shows details of green tea and dried flowers on the finish. Drink now. 1,000 cases made, 750 cases imported. — MW
Loveblock Pinot Noir Central Otago 2019
Score: 89
Release Price: $36
Tasting Note
Tangy wild […]
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Wine Spectator (May 2020)
2019 Loveblock Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
“Peach, pear and citrus flavors are plump and juicy with a thread of floral details and whiffs of lemongrass and dried mango on the finish. Drink now. 35,000 cases made. 35,000 cases imported.” — MW
90 Points, Wine Spectator (April 2020)
How wines are aged can make a real difference in taste
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INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION
“Kiwi winery Loveblock has had its Pinot Noir Central Otago named amongst the prestigious Wine Spectator Top 100 List for 2019.
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#46 in the Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines of 2019
#46 – 2018 Loveblock Central Otago Pinot Noir, 93 Points
“This displays an impressive presence, smooth and succulent, with vibrant cherry, raspberry and apricot notes and touches of white pepper, anise seed and toasted cumin. The texture is smooth, with firm tannins that add an appealing traction […]
2018 Loveblock Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc – Estate
“White pepper notes mingle with ripe peach, melon and tangerine flavors in this smooth and juicy white, offering details of green tea and lime zest that linger on the finish. Finds harmony and grace on the long, expressive finish.”
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90 Points, Wine […]
2017 Loveblock Central Otago Pinot Noir
“Savory and distinctive, with minty herbal and minerally crushed rock details to the core of firm cherry and raspberry flavors, accented by clove and cumin notes. The Tannins firm up on the finish. Drink now through 2030.”
90 Points, Wine Spectator (May 2019)
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