The 2011 vintage (4*) is a brambly, deeply coloured Hawke’s Bay red, blended from Malbec (75 per cent) and Merlot (25 per cent), grown in the Gimblett Gravels and at Te Awanga. An upfront style, it has rich blackcurrant, plum, spice and nut flavours, vibrant and finely textured, with excellent drinkability.
Details
Type: Red Wines
Variety: Branded and Other Red Wines
Vintage: 2011
Overall Rating for All Vintages Tasted: ★★★★ – 4 Stars
Price: $34 NZD
Sweetness: DRY
Value for Money: –V
Buyer’s Guide Edition: 2015
The overall rating for quality is Tentative, as Michael has only reviewed a small number of vintages of this particular wine.