The Kiwi Wine Experiment: A Night of Contrasts and Curiosities
This is worth savoring: a night of Kiwi wines that defied expectations, blending maritime whispers with unexpected sweetness. A group of friends gathered to taste Gibbston Valley Sauvignon Blanc, Craggy Range Chardonnay, and two Te Mata offerings—each revealing its own story of terroir, technique, and... peculiarities. The results? A mix of brilliance and bewilderment. The Gibbston Valley Sauvignon Blanc started as a fruity sprite, lemons and limes with a hint of BBQ corn, but evolved into something more complex. Candied peaches, salty clams, and a persistent canned corn aroma lingered, even after a day in the fridge. The palate delivered…