From the Gimblett Gravels sub-region of Hawke’s Bay, and a Double Gold winner at this years NZIWS. Dark purple in the glass, with magenta showing bright at the edges. Fragrant, vivacious and bursting with ripe aromas of bramble, red cherry, black pepper, plum, chorizo, green herbs and violet florals. Medium bodied and with a focussed concentration that leaves lots of room for movement across the palate – with a supple delicacy and flow. An elegant presentation and structure that shows plenty of fine tannin and a balanced acidity over a seam of earthy minerality. Hints of savoury flavours develop at the back of the palate – campari, star anise, mocha and olive. 94pts