Where great wines meet straight-talking reviews, poured with experience & honesty.
What is
the Wine Writer?
The Wine Writer provides written reviews on wines submitted by the maker or importer, or tasted at cellar doors and wine industry events.
All wines are tasted by Sammy Wilkinson DipWSET unless otherwise stated.
All wines submitted are tasted in the Jancis Robinson ‘One Glass for Every Wine’ glass and are scored using a 100-point and star rating system.
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DisclosureSammy Wilkinson is affiliated with Booster Wine Group, which includes brands Sileni, Awatere River, Waimea & Bannock Brae.
Sammy Wilkinson will not review these wines for The Wine Writer. Any historic reviews provided for Booster Wine Group’s brands were provided independently by reviewers Angie Atkinson DipWSET or Michael Darby DipWSET.Latest Wine Words
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Wineries wanting to chat reviews, industry folk with news to share, or wine drinkers after a bit of guidance — whether it’s the state of the industry or simply what bottle to grab for the weekend - I’m all ears. Drop me a line and let me know how I can help.
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