{"title":"What's Been in Your Glass","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eIn our first few weeks, we’ve poured some incredible wines — and a few clear favourites have emerged. This page brings together the most-loved wines by the glass so far: the ones our guests keep coming back for. From crisp whites to layered reds, each one has earned its place on the list by sheer popularity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eWhether you’re revisiting a favourite or discovering what others are enjoying, these are the bottles that have helped shape our opening season — one glass at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"domaine-de-la-bretauche-nv-750ml","title":"Domaine de la Bretauche NV (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePale straw with a fine, lively mousse, Domaine de la Bretauche’s Méthode Traditionnelle opens with fresh, inviting aromas of green apple, lemon zest, and white flowers, underscored by hints of biscuit and almond. The palate is crisp and vibrant, offering flavours of citrus, pear, and toasted brioche over a clean mineral core. Secondary fermentation in bottle lends a creamy mousse and subtle autolytic complexity, while brisk acidity provides clarity and lift. The finish is dry, refreshing, and gently saline, with lingering notes of orchard fruit and pastry. A charming and well-made sparkling wine—approachable yet refined, delivering classic méthode traditionnelle character with southern French charm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de la Bretauche","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50523131281708,"sku":"40191","price":26.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/5280\/2348\/files\/Domaine_de_la_Bretauche_NV_2.png?v=1755587615"},{"product_id":"domaine-jean-dauvissat-chablis-2022-750ml","title":"Domaine Jean Dauvissat Chablis 2023 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePale straw with silver-green reflections, Domaine Jean Dauvissat Chablis 2023 (100% Chardonnay) opens with a clean, mineral-laced bouquet—lime blossom, green apple, crushed oyster shell, and a touch of white peach. Sourced from sustainably farmed vineyards on Kimmeridgian limestone, the wine is vinified and aged in stainless steel tanks, with extended lees contact but no oak, preserving its purity and tension. The palate is precise and vibrant, offering citrus zest, crisp pear, and a chalky mineral drive, supported by brisk acidity and a sleek, mouthwatering texture. The finish is long, saline, and impeccably clean. A beautifully defined Chablis—linear, energetic, and deeply expressive of terroir with quiet confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Jean Dauvissat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50523307737388,"sku":"40116","price":69.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/5280\/2348\/files\/dauvis.png?v=1743315423"},{"product_id":"tenuta-garetto-nizza-2021-750ml","title":"Tenuta Garetto Nizza  2021 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeep ruby with violet highlights, the 2021 Nizza from Tenuta Garetto opens with an intense and perfumed bouquet of black cherry, ripe plum, dried rose, and sweet spice, laced with hints of tobacco leaf, cocoa, and crushed herbs. Produced exclusively from Barbera grown in the heart of the Nizza DOCG, the fruit is sourced from estate vineyards on sandy-clay soils with southern exposures, contributing both richness and lift. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel with extended maceration, followed by 18 months of ageing in a mix of large oak casks and barriques, enhancing depth and complexity while preserving varietal purity. The palate is broad and concentrated, yet finely balanced, with juicy dark fruit and spiced balsamic notes framed by fresh acidity and velvety tannins. The finish is long and savoury, echoing with dark berry, forest undergrowth, and a touch of smoky mineral tension.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gianni Gagliardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50523310784812,"sku":"60006","price":69.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/5280\/2348\/files\/nizza.png?v=1743315592"},{"product_id":"haut-roc-blancquant-by-belair-monange-saint-emilion-2016-750ml","title":"Haut-Roc Blanquant By Belair Monange Saint-Émilion 2016 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack cherry, plum and dried herbs lead into a savoury, mineral-driven palate. A brilliant wine from Belair-Monange shows serious Saint-Émilion pedigree with polished tannins and long, graceful length. 2016 was an outstanding vintage—this wine is drinking beautifully now with a decant, or hold for added complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Belair Monange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50523312161068,"sku":"40156","price":89.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/5280\/2348\/files\/hautroc.png?v=1743315453"},{"product_id":"love-by-leoube-provence-rose-2023-750ml","title":"Love By Leoube Provence Rose 2024 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming and effortlessly drinkable organic rosé from Léoube’s respected winemaker, Romain Ott. This 50\/50 blend of Grenache and Cinsault is pressed gently to preserve its pretty pale color and delicate aromatics. Notes of white fruit, peach, and white flowers lift from the glass, leading into a crisp, vibrant palate. Elegant, light and finely balanced, with refreshing acidity and a soft, persistent finish, it’s the perfect choice for summer gatherings or alfresco dining.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Leoube","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50545244963116,"sku":"40051","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/5280\/2348\/files\/LovebyLeoubeProvenceRose.png?v=1743315373"},{"product_id":"jean-chartron-st-aubin-1c-murgers-des-dents-de-chien-2022","title":"Jean Chartron Saint Aubin 1er Cru \"Murgers des Dents de Chien\" 2022","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"248\"\u003eOpens with bright lemon, white peach, and crisp green apple, with a touch of grapefruit adding extra lift. The fruit is vibrant and focused, giving it an immediate sense of energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"548\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOn the palate, it’s precise and mineral-driven, with a fine line of acidity and subtle notes of almond and light oak. There’s a chalky texture that’s typical of this vineyard, leading to a long, clean finish. A more lifted, expressive style of white Burgundy that still carries depth and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Jean Chartron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52780063686956,"sku":"42025","price":130.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/5280\/2348\/files\/Murgers_des_Dents_de_Chien_2.png?v=1774248410"},{"product_id":"jean-chartron-bourgogne-chardonnay-vieilles-vignes-2023-750ml","title":"Jean Chartron Bourgogne Chardonnay Vieilles Vignes 2023 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"235\"\u003eIt shows fresh apple, lemon, and white peach on the nose, with a hint of citrus zest adding lift and brightness. The fruit is open and expressive, making it immediately approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"519\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOn the palate, it’s rounded yet still fresh, with gentle notes of almond and a light touch of oak supporting the fruit. There’s a soft texture from the old vines, balanced by clean acidity. The finish is smooth and easy, with a touch of freshness that keeps it lively and drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Jean Chartron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52780063850796,"sku":"42020","price":52.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/5280\/2348\/files\/Jean_Chartron_Bourgogne_Chardonnay_Vieilles_Vignes_2022_97cd4bac-d4e1-47fb-b3a4-69eac78fb407.png?v=1774248019"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/5280\/2348\/collections\/Shelves_3.png?v=1749435329","url":"https:\/\/normanbyfinewines.co.nz\/collections\/whats-been-in-your-glass.oembed","provider":"Normanby Fine Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}