{"title":"Private Stash","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Private Stash is a collection of premium wine selected for its character, provenance, and ability to make an occasion feel a little more special. 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Whether you are looking to buy premium wine online in New Zealand or simply discover a bottle with a little extra presence, our Private Stash brings together standout wines ready for the right occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"locations-french-red","title":"Locations French Red","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocations French Red\u003c\/strong\u003e is a generous, fruit-forward blend that brings together grapes from the Rhône, Roussillon and Bordeaux. Red raspberry and wild strawberry lead into cranberry, cherry and rhubarb compote, giving the wine a lively balance of ripe fruit and freshness. Grenache and Syrah provide warmth and spice, while assorted Bordeaux varieties add structure and depth. The palate is smooth and full-bodied, with bright acidity, chewy tannins and enough richness to suit hearty food without feeling heavy. Made by Dave Phinney and matured in barrel for 10 months, it is an easy match for slow-cooked beef, grilled lamb or smoky charcuterie.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe non-vintage blend combines Grenache, Syrah and assorted Bordeaux varieties sourced from growers across the Rhône, Roussillon and Bordeaux. Locations selects fruit from established old-vine blocks in several French sub-appellations, aiming to bring the character of these different regions together in one wine. The winery describes red raspberry and wild strawberry aromas followed by cranberry, cherry and rhubarb compote. Bright acidity, a smooth texture and chewy tannins shape the palate. 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Created by Dave Phinney as an unrestricted expression of Italy rather than a single appellation, it is a generous match for beef ragù, grilled lamb, smoky sausages or aged hard cheeses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blend combines Negroamaro and Nero d'Avola from Puglia in southern Italy with Barbera from Piemonte in the north. The winery describes aromas of black cherry, nutmeg, cinnamon and cured meat, complemented by sandalwood, vanilla, balsa and evergreen. The palate opens with a silky texture before moving into velvety fig, blueberry jam and soft oak, followed by a slowly fading finish with a touch of sea salt. The wine was matured in barrel for 10 months before release.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the experts say:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGavin Hubble, 4 Stars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e“This Italian red wine has a wonderful aroma of black cherries, dried spice and a note of tobacco leaf.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hancocks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53182010491247,"sku":"100098","price":209.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/2252\/6319\/files\/LocationsItalianRed.jpg?v=1785013772"},{"product_id":"locations-spanish-red","title":"Locations Spanish Red","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocations Spanish Red\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold, generous Spanish blend created by winemaker Dave Phinney from fruit grown across five of the country's best-known red wine regions. Ripe plum and dark berries lead into earthy notes, warming spice, tobacco and cigar box, with a full, opulent palate and a long, luscious finish. Garnacha brings rich fruit, Tempranillo adds savoury depth, while Monastrell and Cariñena contribute colour, structure and spice. This is a plush, crowd-friendly red made for grilled lamb, slow-cooked beef, smoky chorizo or a generous plate of aged Manchego.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe non-vintage blend combines Garnacha, Tempranillo, Monastrell and Cariñena sourced from Priorat, Jumilla, Toro, Rioja and Ribera del Duero. These regions bring together both Mediterranean and continental growing influences, with old vines and low yields used to build depth and concentration. The winery describes tobacco, cigar box and ripe plum on the nose, followed by dark berries, earth, spice and sweet tobacco across an opulent palate. 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Dark cherry, raspberry and blueberry fruit meet violet, thyme, gentle earth and a flicker of flinty spice, while fine acidity and firm, polished tannins keep everything beautifully focused. The certified organic Clayvin Vineyard is a north-facing, close-planted hillside site in the Southern Valleys, where clay soils naturally encourage concentration and structure. This is a compelling choice for Pinot drinkers who enjoy perfume with backbone, and it has the shape to develop gracefully in the cellar. Pair it with roast duck, herb-crusted lamb or mushroom pappardelle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClayvin Vineyard was planted in 1993 and is organically farmed at high density to restrict vine vigour and produce concentrated fruit. Its clay soils retain moisture while encouraging roots to reach into cooler subsoils, helping build structure and mineral character. 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Lychee, mango, rose petal and ripe orange lead into quince, ginger and exotic spice, while a soft, finely textured palate carries its sweetness with freshness and length. Made from vines planted in 1979, among Marlborough's oldest Gewürztraminer plantings, this is an off-dry white with real concentration rather than simple fruitiness. A rewarding match for fragrant Thai curries, glazed pork or gently spiced chicken, and equally convincing when the occasion calls for something aromatic and a little outside the usual Sauvignon Blanc lane.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe certified organic fruit was hand-picked and hand-sorted before being destemmed, gently crushed and given overnight skin contact to build texture and phenolic structure. After gentle pressing, the juice was fermented slowly at cool temperatures in stainless steel to retain its aromatics. 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The palate is fine and supple rather than broad, dry in style, with real fruit purity, good concentration and a lingering mineral finish. It's a more structured, food-friendly take on Pinot Gris than the softer, fruitier styles Marlborough is known for.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e This Pinot Gris comes from the Berry-Smith (Larkham) clone, planted in a section of Te Whare Ra's old block and chosen specifically for its low cropping and small berries. Farmed like Pinot Noir with shoot- and bunch-thinning, the fruit goes into the winery with good purity and concentration. 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The 2021 season produced smaller bunches and excellent concentration, giving the wine plenty of depth while retaining the freshness and definition expected from Marlborough Pinot Noir. It is an appealing match for roast duck, lamb, mushroom dishes or a relaxed dinner, with enough structure to reward further time in the cellar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFresh summer berries, Omega plum and dark cherries are layered with baking spice and a hint of earthy mushroom, supported by silky tannins and a toasty mocha finish. The fruit came from the organically established Andahlane Vineyard on Conders Bend Road, where the soils range from very stony at the northern end to silty at the southern end. Planted in 2012, the vineyard includes Pinot Noir clones 777 and 828. 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It sits in the richer, more textural camp, but keeps its shape through bright acidity and a mineral, citrus-led edge. French oak fermentation brings gentle toast and creaminess rather than overpowering the fruit, making this an appealing choice for drinkers who like Chardonnay with depth, freshness and a little savoury complexity. A smart match for roast chicken, pan-fried fish, creamy seafood dishes or a relaxed dinner where you want something more serious than a simple fruit-driven white.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nose opens with vanilla and apricot, followed by fresh citrus and a touch of crème brûlée. Pink grapefruit, ripe melon and apricot lead the palate, with toasty almond and lemon zest through the finish. 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Dark ruby in the glass, it opens with lively notes of dried thyme and cinnamon spice over dark berry fruit and a savoury, earthy undertone. The palate is silky and smooth-tannined, concentrated and structural without ever feeling heavy, finishing long and even. It's a Pinot Noir with real sense of place - the kind that rewards a decant and a bit of patience, whether that's tonight or several years from now.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCalvert is a small, family-owned single vineyard in Bannockburn, planted in 1999 by Owen Calvert on land he'd held since 1989. The vineyard transitioned to organic management in 2003 and achieved BioGro certification by 2006. 2021 was a strong growing season - the grapes ripened well, giving fruit that produced a concentrated, structural wine. Dark berry fruits and robust earthy flavours carry through to a smooth, lengthy finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCameron Douglas, Master Sommelier, 96\/100 (2021 Vintage)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Fabulous bouquet driven by ripeness, youth and vibrancy. Scents of ripe concentrated black cherry cushioned against a savoury-dried-herb quality giving this wine a sense of place. Other aromas include clove and baking spices of barrel, dried earth and black raspberry compote. Complex and youthful. On the palate a textured, concentrated and luscious wine with textures from polished tannins and backbone of acidity, the concentration of fruits absorb the barrel flavours well and all tannins begin to dissolve slowly on the palate. Excellent length and power. Best drinking from likely 2026 through 2036+ if stored well.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmma Jenkins, Master of Wine, 96\/100 (2021 Vintage)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Dark cherry, milk chocolate, star anise, dried herbs, rosehip and a touch of earth and graphite. There's plenty of fruit but this isn't a fruity wine, rather it's savoury and complex with many layers to explore on the smooth, supple palate. Good fruit concentration and sandy tannins. A harmonious, calm wine, all nicely together but with a sense of place and character.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStephen Wong, Master of Wine, The Real Review, 94\/100 (2021 Vintage)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Perfumed wholebunch, stemmy, aromatic, quite complex. Energetic fruit with floral nuances over juicy, ripe fruit which enters red and finishes black. 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