Kiwi claret. Can compare to a modern style classified growth Bordeaux or a Super Tuscan. 2006 and could last another decade. Nice depth and length of flavour with good acidity. Purchased at the winery in Hawkes Bay. — 8 years ago
Thanksgiving ! — 8 years ago
2014: Now we are in the presence of royalty so mind your P's and Qs. Te Mata 'reputedly' make the best NZ red in Coleraine and this is the little brother's er little brother. It is beetroot red showing it is as fresh as a daisy. But the taste is already exceptional for the year and the price at $22. No cab sav grassy rebellion and no merlot tart it is refined, low acid low sweetness. Like the All Blacks No. 10 we obviously have depth in numbers and age. It is a delight to drink and will surely improve. I like it — 9 years ago
Black pepper aromas. Lots of acidity, mild tannins in the finish. Went nicely with pasta & meatballs. Could use a few more years of bottle age. — 9 years ago
Yes please! Very easy to drink and very good! — 8 years ago
Best NZ savvie I've had in a long time. Hello old friend! — 8 years ago
Beautiful and crisp. Fluffy, frosted cupcake not not overly sweet. — 8 years ago
Incredible. Bready, buttery brioche deliciousness with a teensy bit of age funk. 2008 vintage — 9 years ago
Black cherry, raspberry notes. Fair amount of acidity. Paired well with baked salmon. — 9 years ago
Great aromatics. — 10 years ago
Pretty pretty pretty, even 3 years after vintage. Lemon zest, honeysuckle, sweet cream, mango with a fabulous zesty acidity that's making me reach for more. Love! — 8 years ago
Young tasting - fresh. Very fruity. — 8 years ago
Cool blue and red fruit, some earthy, peppery and meaty character. Acid driven with a little funk. Pleasant surprise! — 9 years ago
Prudence had this 9 years ago
Wow worth the wait! Licorice and dark berries. Smoky to finish. Delicious! — 10 years ago
aaron matchtt
Definitely buy again — 8 years ago