I bought this at the winery at a tasting prior to lunch in 2019. Never seen this wine before or since - somewhat of a unicorn. An excellent yet unlikely blend of Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Shiraz - unsure of the percentages but it works a treat. Aromas of black fruits, plum, pomegranate and dried tobacco. An experimental wine which is not produced annually. Grown on the Gimblett Gravels of Hawkes Bay. Finishes with chocolatey tannins.
I bought this at the winery at a tasting prior to lunch in 2019. Never seen this wine before or since - somewhat of a unicorn. An excellent yet unlikely blend of Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Shiraz - unsure of the percentages but it works a treat. Aromas of black fruits, plum, pomegranate and dried tobacco. An experimental wine which is not produced annually. Grown on the Gimblett Gravels of Hawkes Bay. Finishes with chocolatey tannins.
Jun 7th, 2025
This their Block 127 blend of Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Syrah. Hopefully, Delectable corrects. This is the only vintage they felt it was good enough to make it. Rich, ripe, blackberries, black cherries, blueberries, black raspberries, black raspberry cola, medium powdery tannins, black licorice, underbrush, leather, fresh & dry dark florals with excellent round acidity and round ripe finish. Delicious! Photo of their tasting bar. Nicest property we visited on the North Island. Thanks to Mike Bancks for setting up a great visit.
This their Block 127 blend of Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Syrah. Hopefully, Delectable corrects. This is the only vintage they felt it was good enough to make it. Rich, ripe, blackberries, black cherries, blueberries, black raspberries, black raspberry cola, medium powdery tannins, black licorice, underbrush, leather, fresh & dry dark florals with excellent round acidity and round ripe finish. Delicious! Photo of their tasting bar. Nicest property we visited on the North Island. Thanks to Mike Bancks for setting up a great visit.
Apr 28th, 2017
Gimblett Gravels, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand
