The 2011 vintage (3.5*), estate-grown north of Auckland, was blended mostly from Syrah (36 per cent) and Malbec (30 per cent), with smaller portions of Cabernet Franc, Carménère and Cabernet Sauvignon, and barrel-aged for over a year. Full-coloured, it is mouthfilling and fleshy, with good depth of berry, herb and spice flavours, showing considerable complexity, and fine-grained tannins. It’s drinking well now.
Details
Type: Red Wines
Variety: Branded and Other Red Wines
Vintage: 2011
Overall Rating for All Vintages Tasted: ★★★✰ – 3.5 Stars
Price: $25 NZD
Sweetness: DRY
Value for Money: –V
Buyer’s Guide Edition: 2016