Rich, inky purple colour. Aromas of black cherry and liquorice supported by rich vanillin & mocha notes from the American Oak. The palate highlights the intensity of the varietal characters, showing plum and spice, with cocoa, smokey bacon and coffee bean notes below. Dense fruit tannins fill out the palate and lead to a long, complex finish. This is a wine which will comfortably cellar for years to come.

AWARDS:

• 97 Points - Sam Kim
• 93 Points -James Suckling
• 94-96 Points - Robert Parker
• Gold - NZ Wine Show 2018