Specially selected from our estate-owned Irongate vineyard in the Gimblett Gravels region, we combine soft Merlot with robust Cabernet Sauvignon resulting in a full flavoured dry red with easy drinking appeal.

Winemaker Notes

Grapes: Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon

Region: Hawke’s Bay – Gimblett Gravels

Recommended Food:

An ideal partner for an antipesto platter featuring a range of salamis and smoked meats, or any meaty casserole, like lamb shanks.

Recommended Cellaring:

2-4 years

Production Notes:

The grapes were fermented in stainless steel tank with frequent pump-overs and plungings to ensure good colour and tannin extraction. The blend was assembled and spent a further six months in oak prior to bottling.

Technical Notes:

Alcohol: 12.0%

TA: 5.4g/l

pH: 3.67

Residual Sugar: Dry

Tasting Notes:

Aromas of black and red currants. Light-medium bodied. Flavours of redcurrants and blackcurrant combined with herb and oak spice. Good balance.