Several Awatere River wines have recently been reviewed by James Suckling, receiving strong scores that highlight the freshness, balance, and varietal clarity that define the Awatere Valley. From vibrant Sauvignon Blanc to textured Pinot Gris and refined Méthode Traditionnelle, these reviews reflect the consistency and quality across the range.

“Lush and supple, offering plums, cherries, a touch of cocoa and cedar, with meaty and tarry complexity. Medium to full-bodied with fine-grained tannins and balanced acidity. The smooth, even finish shows impressive depth and freshness.”

“Clean and mineral, this offers pears, lemons and subtle grassy tones with hints of crushed stones. Medium-bodied and smooth with gentle acidity giving a zippy, dry finish. Fresh and balanced.”

Bright and youthful with a light yellow gold hue and hint of green. A bouquet of fresh peach and apple, some seaspray and grapefruit, a greywacke stone mineral baseline and fine lees complexity. As the wine takes on more air these aromas begin to intensify.