Right in the heart of the magical Waihopai Valley, a million miles from anywhere, lies The Ned, one of Marlborough's most famous peaks. The Ned Pinot Noir - Delicious aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry liquorice and dried oregano with a fragrant all spice lift. The fleshy, sweet-fruited palate boasts opulent tannins, notes of smoky French oak and a long juicy finish.

Deeply coloured with brooding aromas of ripe plum and red fruits, Thornbury Merlot is soft and silky smooth. Sourced from a pedigree of vineyards located in Gimblett Gravels, Hawkes Bay which provide full-bodied, rich style wines.

Black fruit and dark plum aromas seamlessly blend with subtle spicy notes in this smooth and silky Hawke's Bay Merlot. On the palate flavours of blackberry, cassis and hints of cocoa are balanced with fine tannins leading to a dry and richly textured finish.

The wine has a dense purple colour. It has aromas of sweet berry fruits that are entwined with dark chocolate. On the palate it has intense flavours of blackcurrant and plum with soft, smooth tannins with subtle oak characteristics.

Medium bodied in style, soft, round, and smooth fleshy palate. It has sweet fruit flavours of plum, berries, and milk chocolate on the finish.

Full of strong aromas of blackberry, and subtle chocolate. The well-integrated mocha oak influence and smooth tannins carry to a long concentrated palate. If you love full bodied Shiraz you're going to love this Petite Sirah.

A rich full bodied style that is bursting with dark berry fruits, spices, and black pepper. It has subtle tannins and a long, smooth finish.

Redcurrant spicy pepper and dried herb aromatics with a fresh vibrant palate showing a rich ripe fruit profile and a soft elegant finish.

Bramble, spice and wild herb aromatics sit gently on the nose, then lead to an elegant finely driven mouthfeel, showing poise, freshness and a lingering persistent finish.

Velluto Rosso Cask Wine Red. A sweet, soft red wine, made from a blend of red grape varieties. Best served at room temperature, either on its own or with food.

With its beautiful deep purple colour, the nose mingles, as soon as the bottle is opened, with notes of fruit such as tomato, and spices enhanced by a touch of balsamic. The flavours of the typical Catalan garrigues, liquorice and kirsch cherries then mingle on the palate. The palate is voluptuous and light at the same time. An airy and delicate side that one cannot get enough of. As an accompaniment or as an aperitif, Vieille Mule is sure to please.

George Fistonich started Villa Maria as a one-man band in 1961. An icon of the NZ wine industry, this family owned company became a global brand in just 50 years. Villa Maria's Cellar Selection is an intensely flavoured, elegant and food-friendly wine range.