Below is a summary of accolades by major competition.
For accolades per varietal, please refer to 'OUR WINES'.
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2010: 89 points
"Fragrant and tropical, displaying pineapple, grapefruit, dragon fruit and melon flavours. There’s a juicy acidity, with great persistence on the finish. Drink now” – December 31, 2010 MW
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009: 89 points
"Elegant and vibrant, this mouthwatering wine offers lime and tequila flavors that are reminiscent of a margarita, but remains light, refined and distinctive." - March 31, 2010 Harvey Steiman
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008: 91 points
"Fragrant and complex, with a refreshing burst of lime, guava, grapefruit and grass flavours. Wet stone, passion fruit and oyster shell accents add interest, with bright acidity highlighting the vivid finish. Another outstanding Sauvignon from a perennial success. Drink now." - Daniel Sogg
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2007: 91 points
"Concentrated and very intense, weaving together a harmonious medley of crushed stone, grapefruit and nut fl avors. Savory herbs, grass and lime notes highlight the bright, vibrant fi nish. Drink now." - Daniel Sogg
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2005: 90 points
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2004: 91 points
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2003: 90 points
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2002: 90 points
SILVER - Small Parcel Spitfire
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008
SILVER - Kim Crawford Regional Reserves
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009
GOLD - Small Parcel Rise-and-Shine Creek
Central Otago Pinot Noir 2007
GOLD - Kim Crawford Regional Reserves
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009
SILVER - Small Parcel Spit Fire
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2007
SILVER - Small Parcel Rise-and-Shine Creek
Central Otago Pinot Noir 2006
SILVER - Small Parcel Flowers
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008
GOLD - Small Parcel Tietjen Gisborne Chardonnay 2007
GOLD - Small Parcel Spit Fire
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2006
SILVER - Small Parcel Dolly Gisborne Chardonnay 2006
SILVER - Small Parcel Doc's Block
Hawke's Bay Chardonnay 2007
SILVER - Small Parcel Spit Fire
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2007
SILVER - Small Parcel State Highway 63
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2006
SILVER - Small Parcel Reka Riesling 2007
SILVER - Kim Crawford Regional Reserves
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008
SILVER - Kim Crawford Regional Reserves
Marlborough Dry Riesling 2006
SILVER - Small Parcel Kim's Favourite Pinot Noir 2007
SILVER - Small Parcel Doc's Bloc Chardonnay 2007
SILVER -Small Parcel Spit Fire
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008
SILVER - Kim Crawford Regional Reserves
Unoaked Chardonnay 2007
SILVER - Small Parcel Kim's Favourite Pinot Noir 2007
Champion Classical Red Wine Trophy - Small Parcels Corner 50 Merlot 2008
GOLD - Small Parcel Marlborough
Sauvignon Blanc 2007 - James Richmond
SILVER - Small Parcel Patutahi Gisborne
Gewurztraminer 2006 - Richard & Kirstin Searle
SILVER - Bell Vineyard Arneis 2007
- Doug & Delwyn Bell
SILVER - Briant Vineyard Gisborne
Viognier 2007 - Peter & Robyn Briant
SILVER - Tietjen Vineyard Gisborne
Viognier 2007 - Paul & Jenny Tietje
4 1/2 stars and Champion Merlot of the Year - Small Parcels Corner 50 Merlot 2008
Kim Crawford Pinot Noir 2007
GOLD - Kim Crawford Regional Reserves
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009
The MUNDUSvini International Wine Award is a competition held in Germany for wines from all the wine-growing regions in the world.
The International Wine Award was first held in 2001. Even at its debut, it registered 2235 entries from all the major wine-growing regions in the world. And record participation shows just how important the competition has become in Germany.Today MUNDUSvini is the largest officially recognised wine competition in the world.
101 points and Best White Wine - Kim Crawford Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc captured the judges’ palate and first place for white wine in The Journal’s Best Wines in Cayman tasting. Brimming with flavor and a bouquet of citrus and tropical fruits, this New Zealand wine received 101 points as best white wine.
