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OU R W I N E L I S T
Ours is a small and uncomplicated list. We feature our favourite wine styles from around the
world, with a distinctive New Zealand focus.
For the explorers amongst you we introduced, in mid-2015, the Coravin system to offer more unknown or
rarer wines by the glass. This system works by displacing wine in the bottle with argon gas, without having
to remove the cork. This means your wine will arrive at your table in the optimal condition — safe from
premature exposure to oxygen, while allowing us to serve it by the glass.
If you have questions about our wine list in general, our Coravin wines or would like a recommendation
with your meal, please do not hesitate to start up a conversation with us. We love talking about wine!
"Water assumes cooking colours as the sun
Directs the unwilling downcast clouds
To pattern it constantly in change
They call the sun a hotted kitchen range"
— Extract from Wellington Harbour - A Shepherd's Pie by Denis Glover —Charley Noble Seasonal Showcase
January 2020
Rosé Revelation
Once upon a time, though not long ago (circa the early 90's to be more precise), Rosé was something of a niche, seasonal beverage. Fast
forward 30 years, and Rosé is firmly cemented as a global mainstay with no sign of slowing popularity. The epicenter of the revolution
away from white or red can easily be credited to the Southern French region of Provence where the light pink, softly aromatic, fruit rich
style has come to ubiquity. Outside the bounds of Provence, however, the soaring interest in Rosé has meant for many a fresh chance to
rediscover and renew other styles and techniques. The collection of wines below represent the vast differences Rosés can have: Starting
with Provence at the top, the wines each take one step further away in flavour, texture and often, winemaking technique.Charley Noble Seasonal Showcase-January 2020 Provençal g ½g ½B B Triennes, Rosé, 2018, Provence, FR 10 5 30 54 Maceration, Direct Press Tenuta della Terre Nere, Etna Rosato, 2017, Etna, Sicily, IT 14.5 7.5 42 80 Millton, Te Arai Rosé, 2019, Manutuke, Gisborne, NZ 11 5.5 32 59 Partial Saignée Carrick, Rosé, 2019, Bannockburn, Central Otago, NZ 9 4.5 27 50 Château Musar, Musar Jeune, Rosé, 2017, Bekaa Valley, LB 12 6 35 65 Extended Maceration Bruno Clair, Marsannay Rosé, 2017, Burgundy, FR 15.5 8 45 80 Foradori, Lezèr, 2018, Trentine Alto-Adige, IT 13.5 7 39 73 Blend of Red and White Alpine Wine Co., Head Over Heels, 2019, Central Otago, NZ 11 5.5 33 60 Sparkling Nautilus, Rosé, Brut, 2016, Marlborough, NZ 15.5 - - 84
Rarities B White Sadie Family, Palladius, 2013, Swartland, ZA 173 Philippe Colin, Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru, 'Les Chaumées, 2015, Burgundy, FR 230 Jean-Marc Boillot, Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru, Les Combettes, 2016, Côtes de Beune, Burgundy, FR 252 Red Bell Hill, Pinot Noir, 2014, Waikari, North Canterbury, NZ 230 Bell Hill, Pinot Noir, 2013, Waikari, North Canterbury, NZ 230 Bell Hill, Pinot Noir, 2012, Waikari, North Canterbury, NZ 249 Neudorf, Home Vineyard, Moutere Pinot Noir, 2010, Moutere, Nelson, NZ 173
C H A M PAG N E TA I T T I NG E R
"Taittinger, in my eyes, is an oasis. Our rocks are a family, a history. Our coconuts are the best
grapes. Our water is the best juice. Every day, I am trying to elaborate Taittinger as the last reliable,
sexy and pleasant thing on earth. A wine to lift you in heaven and make you stay there!"
— Clovis Taittinger, August 2016 —
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Taittinger, Folies de la Marquetterie, Brut, NV 25 146
Taittinger, Cuvée Prestige, Brut, NV (375ml) - 69
Taittinger, Cuvée Prestige, Brut, NV - 115
Taittinger, Rosé Prestige, Brut, NV 29.5 160
Taittinger, Brut Millésime, 2012 - 170
Taittinger, Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs, Brut, 2006 - 435
NOBLE NOTES
Pierre Taittinger had fallen in love with the Château and vineyards that comprise the modern day estate well before
he purchased it in 1932. That initial passion that inspired Pierre to settle in Champagne has persisted through the
generations; it is, after all, the last Grande Marque Champagne house to remain family owned and operated.
The strong backbone of these wines lends them to a wide array of fare including richer and more wholesome items; an
obvious choice for a kitchen that works so harmoniously with bold flavours and wood fire.Champagne & Magnums
B
Gatinois, Grand Cru, Brut, NV, Aÿ, Vallée de la Marne
105
Domaine Vilmart & Cie, Grande Réserve Brut 1er Cru, NV, Rilly-la Montagne, Montagne de Reims 110
Larmandier-Bernier, Longitude, Blanc de Blancs, Extra Brut, NV, Côte des Blancs
115
Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, Rosé, Brut, NV
169
Cedric Bouchaud, Roses de Jeanne, Côte de Béchalin, Blanc de Noirs, 2009, Côtes des Bars 220
Pol Roger, Blanc de Blancs, Brut, 2009
235
Egly-Ouriet, Tradition, Grand Cru, Brut, NV, Ambonnay, Montagne de Reims 239
Léclapart, L'Artiste, Blanc de Blancs, 1er Cru, Brut Nature, NV, Trépail, Montagne de Reims 286
Bollinger, La Grande Année, Brut, 2007 345
Dom Pèrignon, Blanc, Brut, 2008
435
M AGNUMS
Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, Rosé, Brut, NV (MAGNUM)
350Sparkling
PROSECCO g B
Sartori, Prosecco, V.S.Q.A Brut NV, Veneto, IT 9 52
MÉ THODE TR A DITIONELLE
Quartz Reef, Méthode Traditionalle, Brut, NV, Bendigo, Central Otago, NZ 11 61
Nautilus, Rosé, Brut, 2016, Marlborough, NZ 15.5 84
NOBLE NOTES
Bubbles in your wine can arise from several different methods, resulting in quite different flavours. Méthode Traditionelle
(the Champagne method) derives its bubbles from a second fermentation that happens in the bottle, after which the
wine is aged for years on the fermentation lees to gain the classic complex, toasty, brioche aromas and creaminess on
the palate. Prosecco's bubbles arise from fermentation in large tanks for a much shorter period before being bottled,
which is why it is much fruitier and fresher without toastiness.Last Bottles - White Wine
WHITE B
Tenuta Benanti, Etna Bianco, Catarratto, 2016, Sicily, IT 87
Viñátigo, Marmajeula, 2015, Tenerife, Canary Islands, ES 87
Szent Tamás, Furmint, MÁD, 2016, Tokaji-Hegyalja, HU 77
Domaine Bonnet-Huteau, Gautronnieres, Melon de Bourgogne, 2016, Muscadet, Loire Valley, FR 62
NOBLE NOTES
These bottles represent either rare finds of small quantities or discontinued wines from older vintages, which we have
kept in the cellar. We endeavour to keep this up-to-date, but due to their limited numbers, please accept our apologies
if your selection is no longer available.Smaller Plantings ↓
g ½g ½B B
Churton, Natural State, Field Blend, 2019, Waihopai, Marlborough, NZ 10 5 30 56
Petane Station, Viognier, Track's Block, 2018, Esk Valley, Hawke's Bay, NZ 11 5.5 32 58
Burn Cottage, Riesling/Grüner Veltliner, 2016, Central Otago, NZ 19 9.5 57 104
Sam Harrop, Bridge Pa Fiano, 2018, Howell Vineyard, Hawke's Bay, NZ 14 7 41 77
Easthope, Chenin Blanc, Two Terraces, 2018, Maraekakaho, Hawke's Bay, NZ - - - 67Sauvignon Blanc L I S T E D F R O M C L A S S I C T O OA K-AG E D ↓
g ½g ½B B
Greywacke, 2019, Marlborough, NZ 10 5 28 49
Seresin, 2018, Raupo, Marlborough, NZ 10 5 28 51
Millar Road, Minus 220, 2018, Te Awanga, Hawke's Bay, NZ - - - 88
Ata Rangi, Raranga, 2018, Martinborough, NZ 11 5.5 32 59
Château du Seuil, Graves Blanc, 2018, Bordeaux, FR - - - 77
NOBLE NOTES
The Spiritual home of New Zealand's most popular white wine variety is Central France's Loire Valley. This is where
villages like Sancerre, Pouilly Fume, Quincy and Reuilly produce some of the world’s best examples of this variety.
Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire sees wines with beautiful mineral lines, racy acid, citrus and soft green herbs and
wonderful texture.Riesling L I S T E D F R O M D RY T O M E D I U M- S W E E T ↓
g ½g ½B B
TWR (Te Whare Ra), SV5182 'D' (dry), 2017, Renwick, Marlborough, NZ 10 5 29 57
Rippon, Mature Vine, 2017, Wanaka, Central Otago, NZ 14.5 7.5 42 78
Dirler-Cadé, 2012, Haut-Rhin, Alsace, FR 14 7 41 77
Tongue in Groove, 2015, Waipara, Central Otago, NZ 12 6 36 67
Alzinger, Dürnsteiner, Federspiel, 2014, Wachau, AT 17 8.5 51 96
Domaine Ostertag, Les Jardins, 2017, Alsace, FR 19 9.5 55 102
Ökonomeirat Rebholz, vom Rotliegenden, Trocken, 2016, Pfalz, DE 17 9 52 97
Angsar Clüsserath, Trittenheimer Apotheke Kabinett, 2017, Mosel, DE 14 7 41 77
Terrace Edge, Liquid Geography, 2018, Waipara, North Canterbury, NZ 8 4 24 45
NOBLE NOTES
While Germany may be the gatekeeper of some of the most profound examples of both dry and sweet
Riesling, the grape has found its suitability around the globe. With an innate ability to convey
terrior and a capacity for extended aging, it truly is one of the world's noble white grapes. Whether a dry,
powerful wine from the Alsace or a light, sweeter style from the Mosel, there is a Riesling for every wine drinker.Pinot Gris/Grigio & Pinot Blanc LISTED FROM LIGHTEST TO R ICH & F U LL ↓
PINOT B L A NC g ½g ½B B
Greenhough, Hope Vineyard, Pinot Blanc, 2015, Nelson, NZ 13 6.5 39 70
PINOT BL A NC & PINOT GRIS BLEND
Colere, SolEra, NV, Marlborough, NZ 13 6.5 39 67
PINOT GRIS / PINOT GRIGIO
Erste & Neue, Pinot Grigio, 2018, Alto Adige, IT - - - 56
Aurum Vineyard, 2017, Lowburn, Central Otago, NZ 10 5 30 60
Marcel Deiss, Pinot d'Alsace, 2017, Alsace, FR 15.5 8 45 86
The Elder, 2018, Te Muna, Martinborough, NZ 12 6 37 73
NOBLE NOTES
Where Pinot Gris is a lighter-skinned blue-pink mutation derived from Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc is a green-yellow mutation
derived from Pinot Gris. One step further removed from the original variety, it is less spicy, more textural and with crisp
apple flavours. Think unoaked Chardonnay with a crispness, and you’ll be in Pinot Blanc territory. Perfect with seafood.Chardonnay L I S T E D F R O M C R I S P & M I N E R A L T O F U L L-B O D I E D & OA K E D ↓
g ½g ½B B
Laurent Tribut, Chablis, 2016, Chablis, Burgundy, FR - - - 100
Billaud-Simon, Chablis, 2018, Chablis, FR 17.5 9 50 96
Pyramid Valley, North Canterbury Chardonnay, 2018, North Canterbury, NZ 13.5 7 40 74
Dry River, 2018, Martinborough, NZ 21 11 62 112
Le Grappin, Du Grappin, Mâcon-Villages, 2018, Burgundy, FR 16 8 46 86
Morey-Blanc, Saint-Aubin 1er Cru, MB, 2017, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, FR - - - 160
Felton Road, 2018, Bannockburn, Central Otago, NZ 16.5 8.5 47 91
Te Awanga, One-Off, Underground Chardonnay, 2018, Maraekakaho, Hawke's Bay, NZ 12 6 35 64
Stag's Leap, Hands of Time, 2018, Napa Valley, CA, USA 15.5 8 45 86Beaujolais/Gamay & Rosé/Orange
B E AUJOL A IS/G A M AY g ½g ½B B
M&C Lapierre, Raisins Gaulois, 2018, Beaujolais, FR 11.5 6 33 62
ROSÉ g ½g ½B B
Fromm, Rosé, 2019, Renwick, Marlborough, NZ 10 5 29 52
OR A NGE g ½g ½B B
Millton, Libiamo, Field Blend, 2018, Manutuke, Gisborne, NZ 12 6 34 65
De Martino, Viejas Tinajas, Muscat, 2017, Itata Valley, CH 16 8 48 83
NOBLE NOTES
Orange wine is all the craze in wine bars from London to Tokyo, New York to Sydney, but what is it? Quite simply, it is white
wine that has been made by fermenting on the grape skins for extended periods, much like how you would make a red
wine. This results in a wine with a much darker colour, often hints of spicy oxidation, richer flavours and distinctive dry,
grippy tannins usually only found in reds. Savoury and rich, they call out for food!Last Bottles-Red Wine
B
La Grange aux Belles, Primera Vez, Grolleau, 2018, Anjou, Loire, FR 60
Domaine Rolet, Poulsard, Vielles Vignes, 2015, Jura, FR 80
NOBLE NOTES
These bottles represent either rare finds of small quantities or discontinued wines from older vintages, which we have
kept in the cellar. We endeavour to keep this up-to-date, but due to their limited numbers, please accept our apologies
if your selection is no longer available.Pinot Noir L I S T E D F R O M F R U I T-D R I V E N T O S AVO U RY ↓
g ½g ½B B
Peregrine, 2017, Central Otago, NZ 16 8 45 89
Rippon, Rippon Mature Vine, 2016, Wanaka, Central Otago, NZ 22 11 66 110
Deep Down, Pinot Noir, 2019, Marlborough, NZ 14 7 41 77
Salt Lick, 2017, Waipara, North Canterbury, NZ 13 6.5 38 71
Weingut Brand, 2017, Pfalz, DE - - - 105
Escarpment, Pahi, 2012, Pahi Vineyard, Martinborough, NZ 25 12.5 72 134
Benjamin Leroux, Bourgogne Rouge, 2017, Burgundy, FR 18.5 9.5 54 97
Domaine de Montille, Beaune 1er Cru, Les Sizies, 2015, Burgundy, FR - - - 230Cabernet Sauvignon Dominant LISTED FROM ELEGA NT TO BOLD ↓
g ½g ½B B
Hedges, Cabernet/Merlot/Syrah, 2014, Columbia Valley, WA, USA 11 5.5 33 60
Vasse Felix, Premier Cabernet Sauvignon, 2016, Margaret River, WA, AU - - - 87
The Bone Line, Iridium, 2016, Waipara, North Canterbury, NZ 13 6.5 39 72
Smith & Sheth, CRU, Cantera, 2016, Gimblett Gravels, Hawke's Bay, NZ 19 9.5 55 102
Château Gloria, Saint Julien, 2015, Bordeaux, FR - - - 196Merlot & Cabernet Franc Dominant LISTED FROM ELEGA NT TO BOLD ↓
g ½g ½B B
Bernard Baudry, Clos Guillot, 2016, Chinon, Loire Valley, FR - - - 87
Esk Valley, Winemaker's Reserve, Merlot/Malbec, 2014, Gimblett Gravels, Hawke's Bay, NZ 16.5 8.5 48 89
Château Nicot, 2016, Entre-Deux-Mers, Bordeaux, FR 9 4.5 27 48
Cypress, Merlot, 2017, Hawke's Bay, NZ 9 4.5 26 48
Bodegas y Viñedos, Catena Malbec, 2017, Mendoza, AR 12 6.5 35 65
Château Lamarzelle Cormey, Cuvèe Lucie, 2015, Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, FR - - - 90
NOBLE NOTES
Cabernet Franc often gets overlooked alongside its more famous bedfellows Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot but it is
widely planted across the world and produces wines full of heady strawberry and cedar aromatics, fine structure and
supple tannins.Grenache & Mourvèdre Dominant LISTED FROM MEDI U M TO F U LL BODIED ↓
g ½g ½B B
Mourchon, Tradition, Séguret, 2016, Côtes du Rhône Villages, Southern Rhône Valley, FR 12 6 35 64
Telmo Rodriguez, Al Mourvèdre, 2017, Alicante, ES 8 4 24 42
Clos St.-Jean, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, 2013, Rhône, FR - - - 134
Kalleske, Clarry's GSM, 2018, Barossa Valley, SA, AU 13 6.5 38 70
Iberian Varieties:
Woods Crampton, Graciano, 2014, Barossa Valley, SA, AU - - - 65
Bodega Aranleón, Sólo Tinto, Bobal/Syrah, 2017, Utiel-Requena, Valencia, ES - - - 77
NOBLE NOTES
Most recognised as contributing to the famous blends of the Southern Rhône and some of Spain’s greatest wines,
Grenache gifts gorgeous bright and crunchy red fruits, spice and juiciness. Mourvèdre on the other hand plays a more
savoury role with wines full of rustic, leathery spice, dried herbs and dark fruits aromatics, fine structure and supple
tannins. They are wines with a serious side but also a flirtatious edge.Syrah & Shiraz Dominant L I S T E D F R O M F R U I T-D R I V E N T O S AVO U RY ↓
g ½g ½B B
Craggy Range, Syrah, 2016, Gimblett Gravels, Hawke's Bay, NZ 14 7 41 77
Langmeil, Valley Floor Shiraz, 2017, Barossa Valley, SA, AU 13.5 7 38 71
Fromm, Syrah (Syrah/Viognier), 2017, Wairau, Marlborough, NZ - - - 93
NOBLE NOTES
Syrah and Shiraz are the same grape variety. Syrah cuttings were taken from the hills of Hermitage in the Northern
Rhône of France to South Australia where it was given a new name. Eventually a new style of wine emerged. Classically,
“cool-climate” Syrah is perfumed with hints of white pepper, whereas Shiraz is rich and sweet with black pepper.Sweet & Fortified LISTED FROM MEDI U M TO F U LL BODIED ↓ SPA RK LING g B Domaine Pothiers, Eclipse, 2018, Côtes Roannaise, Loire Valley, FR 13 71 S WEE T WHITE g B Folium, Sauvignon Blanc, Late Harvest, 2018 , Marlborough, NZ (750ml) 11 53 Château Garonelles de Climens, 2017, Sauternes, Bordeaux, FR (375ml) 14 63 Framingham, Noble Riesling, 2018 , Marlborough, NZ (375mls) 16 73 Vinoptima, Noble, Gewürztraminer, 2007, Ormond, Gisborne, NZ (375ml) - 293 Alvear, Moscatel, NV, Montilla, Córdoba, ES (750ml) 9 70 S WEE T RED & P ORT g B Churchill's Reserve, NV, Douro, PT (750ml) 9.5 88 Churchill's 10 year Tawny, NV, Douro, PT 19 120 SHERR Y g B La Guita, Manzanilla, NV, Jerez, ES 12 -
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