Aromas of leather, plum and spice with vanilla and berry fruits and a hint of cigar-box. The palate is well fruited - sweet black plum, a bit of fruit cake and brambly red notes also. Softly textured with good length and a spicy finish. Specially selected from our estate owned vineyards throughout the Hawke’s Bay region, we combine soft Merlot with robust Cabernet Sauvignon resulting in a full flavoured dry red with easy drinking appeal.

The grapes for this Merlot Cabernet were fermented in stainless steel tank with frequent pump-overs and plungings to ensure good colour and tannin extraction. The blend was assembled and the wine spent a further six months with oak prior to bottling. Recommended cellaring is between 2-7 years.

Food Pairing: This Merlot Cabernet is an ideal partner for an antipasto platter featuring a range of salamis and smoked meats; or any meaty casserole, such as lamb shanks.