Wine Review by Sam Kim

Albarino Brothers 

Albarino 2024, Gisborne 

93 / 100

5 STARs

It's delightfully fruited and elegantly fragrant on the nose, showing apricot, lemon peel, olive and oatmeal nuances, leading to a finely textured palate that's bright and juicy. Beautifully framed by crisp acidity, making it lively and tasty. At its best: now to 2027. $27.99. Oct 2024. 

Albarino Brothers 

Bell Vineyard Albarino 2024, Gisborne 

94 / 100

5 STARS

It's finely scented on the nose, showing apricot, lemongrass, lime peel, and white pepper aromas, leading to a brightly expressed palate offering excellent weight and persistency. Splendidly styled with fruit purity and elegant complexity, finishing long and mouth-watering. At its best: now to 2028. $34.99. www.albarinobrothers.co.nz. March 2025. 

Albarino Brothers 

Wild Ferment Albarino 2024, Hawke's Bay 

95 / 100

5 STARS

Stylish and complex, the inviting bouquet shows apricot, rockmelon, vanilla, hazelnut, and savoury pastry aromas. The concentrated palate delivers outstanding weight and richly textured mouthfeel, wonderfully framed by beautifully infused acidity, making it seductive and hugely appealing. At its best: now to 2032. $39.99. www.albarinobrothers.co.nz. March 2025.