What are some examples of premium wine, medium wine and table wine found in New Zealand?

Question

Hey all,

I just wanted to know if you guys can give me some examples of

premium wine, medium wine and table wine found in New Zealand.

thanks

Answer 1

Not much in premium found in NZ.  The Pinot Noir is their leading red grape. Their Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are used almost exclusively for Bordeaux style blends.

Some of New Zealands better reds are;

Alana Pinot Noir Martinborough

Esk Valley blend Hawkes Bay Reserve

Fromm Pinot Noir la Strada

Unison Selection Hawkes Bay

Can probably find all of the above under $50

New Zealand is best known for it's white wines, especially it's Sauvignon Blanc and elegant Chardonnay's. Some of the better are:

Brancott vineyards Sauvignon Blanc Reserve

Kumeu River Chardonnay

Grove Mill Riesling.

All of those mentiond are among the best of NZ. Just about everything else I've tried I would call table wine.