Taveuni Palms Wine List
Chardonnay
Craggy Range, Gimlett Gravels, Chardonnay, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand 2021
This wine is made using traditional winemaking techniques including fermentation and maturation in French oak barriques for nine months. The result is a finely flavoured, softly textured and complex wine that finishes with a lovely dry hint of lemony acidity.
FJ$98.00
Akarua Chardonnay, Central Otago, New Zealand, 2021
This wine thrives in the desert mountain location, and embodies a moment of beauty captured in a wild, unforgiving place. This is a complex, textural and honeyed wine.
FJ$115.00
Oyster Bay Chardonnay, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2021
Oyster Bay captures the special character of New Zealand’s cool climate viticulture… elegant, assertive wines with glorious fruit flavours.
FJ$70.00
Yalumba, The Y Series Chardonnay, Australia, 2022
A refreshing, lip-smacking, Chardonnay. Nature does the work for us, with minimal winemaker intervention and no oak influence, pure and fresh, 100% wild yeast fermentation.
FJ$75.00
Ghost Town Mt Difficulty, Central Otago, New Zealand, 2019
Generous aromas of peach, stone fruit and grapefruit lead to a creamy, textural palate showcasing integrated nougat oak, subtle spice and hints of flint. A fine precise acidity flows through the wine to a persistent finish.
FJ$93.00
Sauvignon Blanc
Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc, Martinborough, New Zealand, 2022
Craggy Range is an iconic family-owned winery producing expressive wines reflecting the place and its people. This Sauvignon Blanc comes from a selection of vines growing in the old stony soils of Marlborough. Flavours of limes, peaches and apples sit alongside the characteristic herbaceous components and a lovely texture on the palate.
FJ$89.00
Ata Rangi Sauvignon Blanc, Martinborough, New Zealand, 2019
Portions of both tank and barrel ferments, including an on-skins component, have been carefully woven together to create a complex, textural, distinct expression of sauvignon blanc.
FJ$77.00
Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2022
Oyster Bay captures the special character of New Zealand’s cool climate viticulture… elegant assertive wines with glorious fruit flavours.
FJ$65.00
Soho Stella Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand 2022
Delicious zesty fruit meets gorgeous minerality. A generously concentrated palate with white fleshy stone fruits, flesh lime and tropical lusciousness. Fantastic balance with a home run of juicy acidity and a lasting textural finish.
FJ$60.00
Pinot Gris
Mt Difficulty Pinot Gris, Central Otago, New Zealand 2021
The Mt Difficulty vineyards are nestled along the banks of the Kawarau river in Bannockburn. This perspective provides sheltered heat over the summer and ensures a long ripening period through to late April. Considered winemaking in this Pinot Gris has lead to a full textured palate which displays classic characters of citrus and nectarine.
FJ$69.00
Akarua Pinot Gris, Central Otago, New Zealand 2021
Single block pinot gris from Cairnmuir Road in Bannockburn. Pretty lifted perfume of honeydew melon, cantaloupe and fresh nutmeg. Some textbook pinot gris oiliness contributes to a complex textural note of hazelnut meal. A finish of finely drawn acidity balances the palate
FJ$115.00
Villa Maria Pinot Gris, East Coast, New Zealand 2021
Grown in ancient river valleys between vast oceans and towering mountains, then bottled in the crater of a volcano this wine is refreshing with flavours of crisp pear and a sprinkling of spice.
FJ$75.00
Soho Jagger Pinot Gris, Marlborough, New Zealand 2021
A smooth rhapsody of subtle sweetness, baked apples, silky ripe pear and flaunted spice. The palate is rich, racy and shows optimal concentration. Expressive aromatic character and a distinctive vibe… Jagger is designed to move your body and deepen your soul.
FJ$73.00
Ata Rangi Pinot Gris, Martinborough, New Zealand 2018
Proudly New Zealand family-owned Ata Rangi was planted in 1980 on the gravels at the edge of the tiny, artisan wine village of Martinborough. Produced from vines now up to 23 years of age, this weighty and concentrated pinot gris finishes long and minerally. It’s both a delicious aperitif and our go-to wine for spicy or highly-flavoured cruisine.
FJ$88.00
Cabernet Sauvignon
Esk Valley, Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, 2020
At Esk Valley, we craft our unique wines using traditional methods and local knowledge to bring our the best of every vintage. This Merlot based blend was crafted from grapes grown in the stony soils of the Gimblett Gravels. It was fermented in open-topped fermenters and aged for 12 months in French Oak barriques. A full-bodied wine displaying blackcurrant, plums and spice.
FJ$80.00
Merlot
Oyster Bay Merlot, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand 2020
Oyster Bay captures the special character of New Zealand’s cool climate viticulture… elegant, assertive wines with glorious fruit flowers.
FJ$67.00
Shiraz
Barossa Valley Estate Shiraz, Barossa Valley, Australia, 2021
Grown in the very birthplace of the world’s greatest Shiraz – the Barossa Valley, this vintage captures a striking presence with it vibrant characteristics of red plum, black pepper and spice. Rich and ripe with dense fruit tannins and a velvety texture, it leaves an indelible impression.
FJ$70.00
Yalumba Shiraz, The Y Series, Victoria, Australia, 2020
Berry fruit and black pepper aromas tease the senses before boysenberry and rhubarb flavours deliver a satisfying spicy finish. This popular red is all about good times.
FJ$55.00
Yalumba Barossa Shiraz, Barossa, South Australia 2021
A moreish Barossa Shiraz that is approachable, full-bodied and fleshy. Deep and brooding with aromas of dark fruits, red spices, anise and ripe cherries, the palate flows with an even texture towards a soft finish.
FJ$79.00
Pinot Noir
Rua Pinot Noir, Central Otago, New Zealand, 2021
Sumptuous and plushly fruited, it is a heavenly wine for every day, with structure and layers of complexity to impress when required. Proudly family-owned and 100% estate-grown.
FJ$83.00
Mt Difficulty Pinot Noir, Central Otago, New Zealand 2019
The Mt Difficulty vineyards are nestled along the banks of the Kawarau River in Bannockburn. This perspective provides sheltered heat over the summer and ensures a long ripening period through to late April. This is a superbly balanced wine displaying concentrated berry fruits and spice.
FJ$89.00
Akarua Pinot Noir, Central Otago, New Zealand, 2018
Akarua Pinot Noir is selected from blocks in the Bannockburn vineyards where the Pinot Noir shows vine age complexity and concentrated fruit florals. The 2018 vintage has violets, brambles and an intense flavour.
FJ$129.00
Roaring Meg Pinot Noir, Central Otago, New Zealand, 2020
Roaring Meg Pinot Noir has been carefully made using selected grapes from our premium Central Otago vineyards. Traditional winemaking techniques, including 9 months French oak maturation, further enhance the fine berry flavours and hints of dry herb.
FJ$93.00
Rose
Esk Valley Rose, Hawkes Bay, 2018
This dry-style Rose is produced from the Merlot grapes grown in cooler sub regions of Hawkes Bay. A very brief period of skin contact followed by a cool fermentation has produced a crisp and vibrant wine with peach and berry fruit aromas and flavours. Serve chilled and enjoy as an aperitif or as an accompaniment to chicken or seafood dishes.
FJ$74.00
Roaring Meg Pinot Noir Rose, Central Otago, New Zealand, 2021
This wine has been carefully made using selected grapes from their premium Central Otago vineyards. Traditional winemaking techniques bring bright strawberry and watermelon notes to the fore. Exuding fresh and juicy berry flavours with an elegant finish, share chilled for maximum enjoyment.
FJ$77.00
Soho Westwood Rose, Waiheke Island, New Zealand 2021
Award-winning winemaker James Rowan has created the cutting-edge Westwood Rose. This Waiheke wine personifies legendary style icons of punk. Assertive acidity, juicy raspberries and a sweetness that can only be described as suggestive. Mouth candy with mojo… this flaming Dame recruits the coolest of admirers.
FJ$82.00
Luis Felipe Edwards Rose, Chile 2022
This crisp Rose pleases with soft notes of bright red fruit and fresh berries. Enjoy on its own or pair with a variety of dishes and salads, such as grilled seafood and spicy Asian-inspired fare. Serve chilled.
FJ$55.00
Villa Maria Rose, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand 2021
This wine is approachable and food-friendly with aromas of ripe berry fruits. Enjoy this refreshing, delightfully dry Rose chilled as an aperitif.
FJ$69.00
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Lyre’s Classico Grande Sparkling Wine
Classico doesn’t just mimic an Italian Sparkling, it stands alone as a premium non-alcoholic celebration in a bottle.
FJ$55.00
Champagne and Sparkling Wine
Nautilus Curvee Brut, Marlborough, New Zealand
A beautiful sparkling wine that is rich in intensity and refinement. A blend of Pinot Noir (75%) and Chardonnay (25%), this sparkling wine is blended with reserve stocks held in oak barrels and disgorged after a minimum of three years of aging on its yeast lees. Lean and crisp, piercing and long, it’s a beautifully tight, vivacious and refined wine with typical Marlborough fruit characters enriched with intense, bready aromas and flavours.
FJ$95.00
Taittinger Champagne, France
The signature curvee, Taittinger Brut Reserve, is assembled from more than 35 crus and incorporates 40% Chardonnay – this high proportion is seldom offered in a non-vintage Champagne. Distinguished by a delicate nose marked by subtle brioche notes, it has a palate of considerable depth and balance with hints of honey and fresh fruit.
FJ$235.00
Taittinger Prestige Rose, France
A vibrant pink colour. The bubbles are fine, and the foam is persistent. The full nose, wonderfully expressive, is fresh and young. On the palate, this wine strikes a fine balance and is both velvety and full-bodied. The flavours are reminiscent of fresh, crisp fruits. The palate can be summed up in three words, lively, fruity and fresh, as only a fine rose blend should be.
FJ$235.00
Bollinger Special Cuvee
Produced with over 85% of Grand and Premier Crus from the Champagne Region.
The large proportion of reserve wines used to make the blend ensures a constancy of style that will pass the test of time.
FJ$265.00
Veuve Clicquot Champagne, France
Yellow Label is the signature of Veuve Clicquot’s quality and style, recreated every year thanks to their priceless collection of reserve wines. Its brilliant yellow label reflects the champagne’s bright personality and impeccable winemaking credentials.
FJ$265