{"title":"Award Winning Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eCelebrate our latest award-winning wines, recognised by leading international wine competitions for their exceptional quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"private-bin-riesling","title":"Riesling","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINTAGE: 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrack open the screw cap and taste our deliciously crisp Private Bin Riesling brimming with bright flavours of lime, mandarin and delicate florals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/0286\/8165\/files\/Villa_Maria_Private_Bin_Riesling_2024.pdf?v=1736716418\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Private Bin Riesling 2024\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDOWNLOAD TASTING NOTE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Villa Maria Wines","offers":[{"title":"Case (6 Bottles)","offer_id":41284567826629,"sku":"VMPRIESM246N","price":101.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/0286\/8165\/files\/PBRiesl_NL.png?v=1761602917"},{"product_id":"private-bin-merlot","title":"Merlot","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINTAGE: 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the smooth velvet texture with rich flavours of plum, blackberry with subtle hints of spice and vanilla from oak maturation. A sweet-fruited and textured palate possessing supple tannins makes this a versatile food wine and suitable for any occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/0286\/8165\/files\/Villa_Maria_Private_Bin_Merlot_2024_2.pdf?v=1750648852\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Private Bin Merlot Tasting Note\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDOWNLOAD TASTING NOTE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Villa Maria Wines","offers":[{"title":"Case (6 Bottles)","offer_id":41284615471301,"sku":"VMPMERLH246N","price":101.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/0286\/8165\/files\/PBMerlot_NL.png?v=1761602799"},{"product_id":"private-bin-rose","title":"Rosé","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINTAGE: 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicious Rosé has lovely hues of pink with copper undertones and displays an explosion of fresh summer berries and crisp citrus supported by subtle baking spice. The palate has generous fruit but finishes crisp and refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/0286\/8165\/files\/Villa_Maria_Private_Bin_Rose_2025.pdf?v=1770755338\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Private Bin Rose Tasting Note\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDOWNLOAD TASTING NOTE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Villa Maria Wines","offers":[{"title":"Case (6 Bottles)","offer_id":41284615536837,"sku":"VMPROSEH256Z","price":101.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/0286\/8165\/files\/PBRose_NL.png?v=1761602720"},{"product_id":"private-bin-sauvignon-blanc","title":"Sauvignon Blanc","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINTAGE: 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVilla Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc is an iconic New Zealand wine. With the crack of the screwcap taste it for yourself as you unleash the essence of Marlborough and vibrant flavours of passionfruit and fresh Kaffir lime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/0286\/8165\/files\/Villa_Maria_Private_Bin_Sauvignon_Blanc_2025.pdf?v=1765746364\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc 2025\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDOWNLOAD TASTING NOTE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Villa Maria Wines","offers":[{"title":"Case (6 Bottles)","offer_id":41284615569605,"sku":"VMPSAUVM256Z","price":101.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/0286\/8165\/files\/PBSB_NL.png?v=1761602660"},{"product_id":"sparkling-cuvee-brut","title":"Sparkling Cuvée Brut","description":"\u003cp\u003ePale straw in colour, this sparkling wine presents with fresh citrus and floral notes on the nose. 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