Vineyard
75% Westhaven, Awatere Valley
25% Raupo, Omaka Valley
Both vineyards share the similarities of being planted in clay rich soils on north facing slopes.
Hand harvest, the wines fermented in open top fermenters with whole bunches ranging from 10% to 30%.
The wine was matured in French oak barrels for 11 months – 30% of which were new.

Eye
Dark and silky ruby.
Nose
Intensely perfumed with dark brooding fruit and layers of spice.
It possesses complex aromatics with soft red and black fruits, savoury earthy notes, perfumed florals, and subtle smoky oak spice.
Palate
Complex yet balanced, with dark plum and fleshy red fruit flavours balanced by a vein of Christmas cake spice, and youthful acidity. Oak derived smoke and cedar notes are beautifully integrated with the fruit derived cinnamon and liquorice. This wine will age gracefully for years to come.