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Vintage: 2018
Colour: Garnet
Colour Intensity: Deep
Grape(s) Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot
Origin: New Zealand - Hawke's Bay - Gimblett Gravels
Abv: 13.5%
Vol.: 750ml
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Aroma: Pencil shavings, dried herbs and cassis.
Palate: This is a fairly big, burly blend, with plenty of velvety tannins.
Conclusion: It’s a very appealing wine with a softness to it, but there’s also a twist of bitterness on the finish.
Recommended Serving Temperature: 15-18°c
Recommended Breathing Time: 15 - 30 mins
Editor Choice: Several important critics have rated this Gimblett Gravels wine highly: The Wine Front gave the 2014 vintage a score of 93. Ranked among the top 10 wines from this region with respect to number of prizes won: the 2010 vintage was awarded Pure Gold from the New Zealand Wine of the Year, and the 2016 vintage was awarded Silver from the International Wine Challenge. This is the tenth most sought-after wine from the region (in terms of user searches). This wine has been becoming increasingly popular over the past year.
Maturity Values: mature
Food pairing: Beef Stew, Steak, Parmesan and Gorgonzola.
Critical: PR 90