New Zealand's Pursuit of Pinot Noir

In a land known for zingy whites, red wines are starting to make their presence known
Harvey Steiman
Posted: December 11, 2002

      Top-Scoring New Zealand Wines       Smart Buys from New Zealand       Best-Value New Zealand Wines       Related Links:       The Allure of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc How one of the world's youngest wine regions makes one of the most exciting white wines around       New Zealand 2002 Harvest Lots of Sauvignon Blanc, but quality varies; Central Otago Pinot Noir and Hawke's Bay reds benefit from good weather.

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