A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, and Cabernet Franc, inspired by the red wines of spain.

Very dense, almost opaque black cherry colour. Hedonistic aromas of blackcurrant, cigar box, vanilla, cedar and violets provide an overwhelming but composed impact on the nose. The palate is similarly generous with abundant flavours of blueberry, dark plum and blackcurrant alongside a creamy vanilla and warm pastry like texture, delicious fine pencil lead and toast, finishing with the distinctive iodine and stony texture of fine Gimblett Gravels red wine.

~ 93 Points ~
An earthy red with aromas of blackberry, chocolate, cedar and clay. It's full-bodied with velvety tannins and fresh acidity. Fleshy and balanced with a long, chewy finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, tempranillo and cabernet franc.
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Tasting Note

Dark, ripe Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo and Cabernet Franc, traditionally fermented, barrique aged in fine French and American oak for 18 months.

Dense almost opaque black cherry colour. A complex hedonistic nose of warm stones, black orchard fruit, cassis, cocoa, tobacco, vanilla and cedar. The palate is rich, dense and generous without being sweet or overt, with the flavours reflecting the nose alongside a distinctive fine gravelly texture and twist of steel.

Incredible cellaring potential although will always be delicious.

Tasting Note

Mature vines from the stony soils around Marlborough's Renwick township blended with select parcels from a heritage vineyard in Dillons Point and a hillside vineyard in the Southern Valleys.

Vivid aromas of blackcurrant leaf, lime and meadow flowers. A complex, energetic palate of citrus, white peach and elderflower with lovely weight finishing with a distinctive briney mineral character.

Whānau Wine Club price: $24

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