Kim Crawford Wines
Kim Crawford Wines Accolades  

Accolades

Below is a summary of accolades by major competition.
For accolades per varietal, please refer to 'OUR WINES'.

Kim Crawford Regional Reserves Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc

8 years of awards

Wine spectator

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

 

International Wine Challenge (London)

2010

SILVER - Small Parcel Spitfire
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008

SILVER - Kim Crawford Regional Reserves
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009

2008

GOLD - Small Parcel Rise-and-Shine Creek
Central Otago Pinot Noir 2007


Decanter Wine Awards (London)

2010:

GOLD - Kim Crawford Regional Reserves
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009

2008:

SILVER - Small Parcel Spit Fire
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2007

SILVER - Small Parcel Rise-and-Shine Creek
Central Otago Pinot Noir 2006

Royal New Zealand Easter Show

2009:

SILVER - Small Parcel Flowers
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008

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

 

Air New Zealand Wine Awards

2008

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

 

New Zealand International Wine Show

2009

SILVER -Small Parcel Spit Fire
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008

2008

SILVER - Kim Crawford Regional Reserves
Unoaked Chardonnay 2007

SILVER - Small Parcel Kim's Favourite Pinot Noir 2007

 

Romeo Bragato Wine Awards

2010

Champion Classical Red Wine Trophy - Small Parcels Corner 50 Merlot 2008

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

 

Winestate Awards 2010

4 1/2 stars and Champion Merlot of the Year - Small Parcels Corner 50 Merlot 2008

 

Coupe des Nation Québec 2008

Kim Crawford Pinot Noir 2007 

Mundusvini International Wine Award

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.

 

The Journal's Best Wines in Cayman 2010

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.

 

     

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