• French oak
• Blackberry & plum
• Nutmeg & cocoa
• Velvety tannins

Blackberry and plum with nutmeg, cocoa and cedarForest berries lead the palate in a layered assault of fruit supported by notes of vanilla, dried herbs and spice. Dense mouth filling and elegant. Fine velvety tannins and a lingering finish.

Our flagship Irongate Vineyard is situated in an old shingle bed of the Ngaruroro River in the Gimblett Gravels appellation of Hawke’s Bay. First produced in 1987, this single vineyard wine has evolved to represent the very best of our craft. Crop-levels are heavily restricted to deliver excellent flavour concentration in the grapes, with the final blend delivering a rich, round and complex wine.

Food Pairing: This wine is a brilliant match for red meats, game and pasta dishes. A perfect partner for casseroled lamb shanks or with scotch fillet.