This jammy journey of mouth FOMO keeps on going! Rich, soft banana pairs oh so well with the earthy, floral sweetness of ripe blueberries with the fruity threesome completed by luscious tropical coconut. A thick, pink to purple pour makes you blink a few times before delivering the aroma of Hawaiian beaches. Flavour-wise, this brew is indexed in your tongue library under T for tropical. A delicious smooth sweet and tangy punch and vanillary earthiness finished by a balanced, luscious mouthfeel and clean sour base to finish out the beer.

Crisp and clean like a snowball to the face is how we describe our pilsner. Different to classic European pilsners but with the heritage of all imported malts to create that signature flavour and mouthfeel. Called an NZ pilsner as it is hopped with all NZ varieties that scream to be shown, the riwaka and nelson sauvin show a medly of grape and passionfruit with a lime zing. Light to medium bodied with the creamy mouthfeel of well brewed german malts and a crisp refreshing bitterness to quench the thirst. Winner of a gold medal at 2021 brewers guild awards.

BLOOD ORANGE ECLIPSE, IPA 5.5%

Amarillo, Citra and Cryo Simcoe hops have fallen into delicious alignment with our in-house blood orange extract to create a juicy IPA bursting with citrus notes.

From Amoise...

This Pinot Noir (*label information below) was my first pick from the Two Terraces vineyard in the Mangatahi Terraces, Hawke’s Bay.  Ian and Linda Quinn are conscientious and detail oriented growers with the quality of their grapes being exceptional.

After a carbonic maceration, where there is no crushing of the grapes and fermentation occurs within the berries, the wine was pressed to tank and was a beautiful garnet colour. The following day I opened the valve of the tank and much to my surprise a pink hibiscus coloured wine came flowing out! Totally unexpected, and at first I was panicked, but as I tasted the wine I enjoyed the complexity of flavours: red currants, strawberries and pomegranate with a textural finish.

This wine is perfect for summer, I definitely recommend to drink cold or lightly chilled. Also a great food wine! Spicy foods, charcuterie, fish, grilled veggies and cheese. At 11.5% it is your ultimate picnic wine.

No additions at any stage, including sulphur. The wine is unfiltered and unfined. The grapes are certified organic and my rows have been farmed biodynamically since 2020.

After this wine was labelled, we became aware that the grapes used in making this wine, that we believed to be Gamay, were actually Pinot noir. This was identified following DNA testing of the grapevines. While we labelled this wine in good faith, this news means that the label is incorrect, and this wine is actually a Pinot noir. This wine is sold on the basis that the labelled grape variety is incorrect (the label is correct in all other aspects). Due to this unique situation, we are selling our stock that has already been labelled, while making sure that customers are made aware of this issue. If you have any questions about this issue, please contact amy@amoisewines.co.nz.

Tasting notes:

Brilliant garnet red color. The nose reveals nice aromas of ripe fruits (strawberry, blackberry) with delicate coffee notes. Harmonious and elegant on the palate, offering a round structure, full of red and black berries.

Food matches:

Red meat, poultry, pasta and cheese.

Winemaking: Optimum ripeness of the grapes - de-stalking and crushing of the grapes – a part of the harvest benefits from a “flash détente” process to enhance an optimum level of color and fruity aromas – the other part follows a traditional alcoholic fermentation in vats with 2 rack and return per day.

Soil: Coming from different regions of the Languedoc (The Aude, the Herault and the Gard) where each offers a different type of soil (schist, marls, chalk and clay).
Climate: The hot and windy Mediterranean climate, along with the interesting diversity in the soils of these 3 areas, result in powerful and fruity wines.
Aging: Long maceration (3 weeks) with micro oxygenation before malolactic fermentation in vats to develop the color and to supple the tannins.

Tasting notes:

Straw gold yellow. Fine and elegant nose mixing white fruit aromas (pear, quince) with vanilla notes. Fruit driven on the palate, the attack is fresh, followed by a round and supple texture. Flattering oaky notes appear on the aftertaste.

Food matches:

White meat, poultry, salads and pasta.

Winemaking: Night and morning harvest. Gentle crushing of the grapes – short maceration on the skin (between 6 and 12 hours) in order to get aromatic complexity – light pressing – pre-fermenting oxygenation of one part of the Chardonnay to keep freshness – controlled Alcoholic fermentation in vats (18-20°C / 65-68°F)

Soil: A wide variety of soils such as sand, clay, chalk, schist, gravel and pebbles.
Climate: Selection of vines located in the coolest areas of the Languedoc region near Limoux (wide temperature range between cool nights and warm days) and in the Gard region where the weather is warmer. The wine combines the strength and the freshness of the Limo
Aging: Maturation with stirring of the lees.

Embrace the sun-kissed shores of California where refreshment meets bold flavour. Vibrant Citra hops are perfectly balanced by a smooth and crisp malt backbone. Whether you’re lounging at the beach or soaking up the sunset, this is your go-to companion.

5.5%, 1.9 Standard Drinks

These days it feels like every birthday is a milestone worth celebrating so we’re letting the dogs out for this one!

8.5%, 3.0 Standard Drinks

Wakame arrived in New Zealand coastal waters on the hills of ships and thrived on our pristine rocky coastline. We of course now know it as a delicious culinary ingredient with many positive health benefits. Imagination is stoked to be able to gather wild wakame for this gin from the coast of Wellington and Wairarapa.

The initial aroma is juniper forward, fresh and sweet. When tasted you get the refreshingness of the citrus before fading to reveal the juniper in the background. A noticeable sweetness appears giving way to a sweet salt finish. A classic dry gin with a contemporary twist, transporting you to New Zealand's fresh and invigorating coastal waters. 

Each label tells the story of the ingredients, the place or the people behind what's in the bottle.  

The Earl's Drop cider co-fermented with medlars

Medlars are an old English pome fruit added in the past to cider. Medlars add a mild quince like flavour. 

Gordon’s Sicilian Lemon Distilled Gin offers a zesty twist on an original recipe from Alexander Gordon. Made with the highest quality ingredients and using 100% natural flavours, the recipe has been perfectly crafted to balance the juniper notes and refreshing taste of Gordon’s with the finest Sicilian lemons.

Inspired by a 1929 Gordon's recipe. Made with the highest quality ingredients and using only natural flavours, it's perfectly crafted to balance the juniper notes and refreshing taste of Gordon's with a juicy & fresh Mediterranean orange taste. A juicy & fresh tasting gin. Using only natural flavours, it's perfectly crafted to balance the juniper notes and refreshing taste of Gordon's with a juicy & fresh Mediterranean orange taste.

Bookers Bourbon Batch 2023-04 ?Storyteller Batch? is a meticulously crafted expression that pays homage to the rich storytelling tradition embodied by the brand and its founders. This batch is a composition of barrels selected from four different production dates and aged across four distinct warehouses, each contributing uniquely to the bourbon's final profile. The careful selection and placement of barrels underscore the complexity and depth of this exceptional bourbon.

Master Distiller Notes: The 'Storyteller Batch' is characterized by its rich amber color with a golden shine, an inviting visual that promises a premium bourbon experience. The scent of brown sugar fills the room upon pouring, a precursor to the delightful and well-balanced flavors that await. With notes of vanilla and wood, this bourbon provides a taste that is both deep and complex, perfect for sipping on a cool day, with a warm finish that heralds the arrival of fall.

Mild in taste, brewed according to the German purity law with the best ingredients. Golden yellow in color with a fine-pored, white head.