Quality and individuality are on the rise, but is the message reaching fine wine lovers? Our expert’s selection of 40 top examples shows why these New Zealand reds deserve to be taken more seriously

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The ideal choice for any celebratory meal, these largely Pinot Noir-based cuvées are made in a great range of styles. Plenty of inspiration here, among these high-scoring wines

Single-vineyard wines from a grape whose time has clearly arrived. The large proportion of high scores here revealed great quality across an impressive breadth of styles

A classic component of Christmas dinner, sweet wines can be rather confusing, with so many styles available. You’re sure to find the perfect drop among these 20 examples