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  Our Trading hours:
Monday to Friday - 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Saturday - 9:00 a.m.to 6:00 p.m.
Normally closed on Sundays

At First Glass we specialise in wines to suit everyone, with a wide range of products in all price categories. 
We stock wines of all varieties from around the world and we can provide advice and recommendations to your budget and requirements. 
In addition to fine wine, we have beer, main brand spirits, olive oils and wine accessories in our  Online Shop and plenty of gift ideas in store.

Our services include free delivery to any addresses on Auckland's North Shore, free glass hire with purchases, free gift wrapping, national deliveries by courier, assistance with functions and party planning and we also open business or corporate accounts. Unfortunately we do not currently send wine to destinations outside of New Zealand. 

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On this pageSuper Specials                                                             Also:   First Glass Wine Options 2009   
                       Recent Fine Wine Wednesday Highlights                                                   
                       Having a Party                                                                     

***** Our Biggest Prize Draw Ever *****

Win a trip for 4 people to the great Vineyards of South Australia hosted by Kingsley Wood

Seppeltsfield      Penfolds     Elderton      Wirra Wirra     d’Arenberg      Jim Barry     St Hallett


The prize consists of

  • Return economy class airline tickets to Adelaide for 4 persons, ex Auckland
  • 5 nights twin share accommodation - Accommodation will be a mix of motel hotel and vineyard cottages.
  • Pre arranged VIP winery visits hosted by Kingsley.
  • Transport through the wine regions (Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale and or Clare Valley).

    How to enter                 

  • Every bottle of wine purchased from the tasting list on a Wednesday night up until the end of trading June 26, gives you one entry into the prize draw. Twelve bottles gives you 12 entries etc.
  • Any wine featured in a Wednesday tasting during the period of the competition is a qualifying product. The prize consists of


Richmond Grove     Hardy’s     Shingleback     Serafino     Scarpantoni      Tatachilla     Taylors

Conditions of Entry

  • The prize can be taken at any time within 12 months of the draw except in August, September or December.
  • Any additions or variations to the designated prize will be at the winner’s expense.
  • The prize draw will be made on stage at the First Glass Wine Options Final, Crowne Plaza Hotel Sunday 27th June. The winner does not need to be present at the draw.
  • There is only one prize draw. The winner can choose their travelling companions – everyone must be 18 years or over (and enjoy tasting very fine wines).
  • The prize is not transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or other products and flights are ex Auckland. Travel to Auckland Airport is at the winner's expense.

** Outstanding Superbuy **

Omaka Springs Falveys Chardonnay 2007

The "reserve" label from Omaka Springs. Made from Marlborough fruit this is rich and toasty with creamy, nutty flavours and a delicious citrus tang on the long finish.  Excellent with or without food and can be well chilled.  

Our Special Price: $15.99
Price available through  February 2010 while stocks last.

** Pinot Star **

Vidal Marlborough Pinot Noir 2007

Full of delicious cherry and smoky oak flavours, this very impressive Pinot Noir is your answer to finding affordable Pinot Noirs. With two gold medals (NZIWS 2008 &  NZIWS 2009) and five stars in Cuisine, this is outstanding value. 

Our Special Price: $19.99
Price available through February 2010 while stocks last

.** Sumptuous Shiraz **

Browns of Padthaway T-Trellis Shiraz 2007

Even better than the popular 2006, this deep dark wine has aromas that  brim with vanilla, chocolate, cherries with hints of mint and generous, ripe juicy flavours layered with creamy oak and spice. A star at one of our recent tastings.

Our Special Price: $14.99
Price available through February 2010 while stocks last.

** Value-Packed Chardonnay **

Richmond Grove Barossa Chardonnay 2005

This label is disappearing from New Zealand and we have secured the last stocks.  It's bright in colour with a toasty bouquet and creamy, buttery flavours. Perfect for drinking now and ideal for the summer.

Our Special Price: $12.99, $11.99 p.b. on 6-pack buys or or $10.99 p.b. on purchase of a dozen.
Price available through  February 2010 while stocks last.

** Recent Fine Wine Wednesday Tasting Highlights **
(tasting notes by Sue Courtney)

** 3rd February 2010: New Arrivals
Waipara Hills Riesling 2008 - Waipara
The pale lemon coloured wine is a deliciously fresh juicy, light-bodied, thirst quenching style. When chilled it has delicate floral scents and tastes off-dry with flavours of tangelo, lime, fresh fruit salad and pear undercut by crisp acidity that adds a decisive and piquant tang.

Our Price: $15.99 special.

Luzon Organic Monastrell 2008 - Jumilla, Spain
Dark translucent red. Pure fruit, cassis-like aromas with no indication of oak, it tastes spicy, peppery and a little savoury with red jelly baby lollies and blackberry jam with spice adding lift and brightness to the earthy savoury finish. Texture is smooth but interestingly chunky at the same time. Certified organic.

Our Price: $18.99 special.

** 26th January 2010: Focus on Spain
Granrojo Rojo Garnacha 2008 - Valdepenas, Spain
Blackberry red with crimson edges, this perfume is of bright, fresh, red berry fruit with a savoury tarry nuance coming through. It's more cherry / redcurrant jelly in the palate with a nicely balanced savoury backbone, little - if any - oak influence and a touch of anise-like spice on the finish. Smooth, rounded, medium-bodied, easy to drink.

Our Price: $11.99 special.

Coto De Hayas Garnacha Syrah 2008 - Campo de Borja, Spain
Black cherry red, deeply translucent. Sweet cherry jam aroma with a deep richness to the scent and flavours that are spicy and savoury with boiled lolly strawberry/cherry flavours, a little pepper and a soft creamy backbone supporting the fine tannins. Tremendous value.

Our Price: $13.99 special.

Click here to check out all the  tasting notes.
Click here to check out the Fine Wine Wednesday tasting schedule
. Our Wednesday tastings are consistently the best value in New Zealand.

Having a  Party?
We have thousands of hire glasses available.  We do not charge for use of glasses but they are only available to those who purchase the wine for their function from us.

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First Glass has many of the New Zealand International Wine Show, Royal Easter Wine Show, Liquorland Top 100 and Air New Zealand Gold Medal and Trophy winners, some at super prices. 

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Last  modified: February 05, 2010
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