A superb introduction to the wines of Bernhard Ott, named after a special barrel (fass) that was hand selected every year by a customer for its quality. Grapes harvested around Spiegel and Rosenberg in lower Wagram produce an intensely aromatic wine revealing aromas of citrus, nectarine and basil. The overall experience is long, saline and moreish. "The 2024 Grüner Veltliner...

This shows notes of white nectarines and sliced pears with white flowers and stones, following through to a medium body with a tangy, slightly phenolic palate. Vivid and juicy. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. James Suckling

"Gooseberry and white chocolate on the nose, pure, precise and clean with lemon and nectarine nuances. So unctuous and juicy, really mouthfilling, generous and so welcome. Lovely elements of tart oranges, juicy crunchy apples, clean peach with a chalky element but soft - there's so much to like here really balancing the Sauvignon Blanc tang with Semillon richness. Focussed and...

Notes of rose and violet emerge tantalisingly on the nose, giving way to wild fruit, dried fig, preserves, and vanilla. The palate is filled with the same aromatics, releasing delicate notes of fruit and spice. The rich, balanced flavours of this wine’s components give it its distinctive style. The elegant finish is persistent and generous.

"The 2023 Bianco Drago is decidedly savory in style, with a bouquet of wild herbs, musky citrus and wet stones. It is round in feel with a reverberation of salty minerals and tart orchard fruits offset by sweet inner florals and spice. Vibrant acidity enlivens the finish as the 2023 finishes nicely crisp. This Bianco Drago is a varietal Garganega...

"This a textbook, elegant style of Marlborough Pinot, with pretty aromatics of cranberry, tobacco leaf, baking spice, red plum and cherry. The palate has layered fruit, nice flow, a touch of oak, moderate tannins and good carry. Fruit is drawn from across the region, including the Southern Valleys, Awatere and the tiny southern subregion of Kekerengu Coast. Winemaker Simon Waghorn...