Tasting Note:ÊÒ100% Waiheke coastal single site ÒThe 8 VineyardÓ. This wine symbolises the combinations of blood spilt over hundreds of years of tribal conflicts. Blend: cabernet sauvignon 36%, merlot 17%, petit verdot 15.5%, cabernet franc 8.5%, tanned 8.5%, syrah 8%, viognier 3.5%, kolor 3%. A marvellous expression of an eloquent and refined vintage. 16 months 100% new French barriques. Unfined and minimally filtered. This wine is dedicated to my beloved uncle Alfred (Freddy) Desbonnets RIP. Cellar 13-15ʼC. Drink: 2020 Ð 2035+Ó Ð WinemakerÕs notes
Alcohol:Ê14.0%
Varietal:ÊCabernet Sauvignon blend
Region:ÊWaiheke Island, New Zealand