• French oak
• Black plum
• Nutmeg
• Fleshy & smooth

Opulent and warm aromas with cassis, black plum and nutmeg. Plush, dense and concentrated. Ripe black and red fruits - blackberry, plum and a big hit of cocoa on the finish. Fleshy smooth and generous.

A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon & Malbec grown in Hawke's Bay.

Grapes were machine harvested and destemmed before being crushed. Fermentation was in a stainelss steel tank on skins with careful cap management to avoid over extraction. A period was spent in tank post ferment to aid integration of tannins. Wine underwent malolactic fermentation and was then matured in French oak for 16 months.

Food Pairing: An ideal partner for an antipasto platter featuring a range of salami and smoked meats, or any meaty casserole, like lamb shanks.