2022 Esk Valley Artisanal Malbec Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Bottle Dozen
96/100 Andrew Caillard – 94/100 Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate – 96/100 Huon Hooke… all International Critics of note - The Artisanal Bordeaux Red blend is a game changing Kiwi Red bargain!
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$239.88
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| Store | Stock Level |
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| Lunn Ave Cellar Door and Click & Collect |
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Further Information
| Brand | Villa Maria Estate |
|---|---|
| Region | Hawkes Bay |
| Varietal | Cab Sauv Merlot Malbec |
| Size | 750ml |
| Alcohol % | 13.0% |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Country | New Zealand |
Description
Esk Valley Artisanal wines tell the story of the Old-World craft and our New World terroir. And the legendary skills and passion of winemaker Gordon Russell are wrapped up in this exciting 94-96-96-96 /100 stunner, a 2022 Malbec Merlot Cabernet blend. From the deep stony soils of the Gimblett Gravels, the three parcels were separately fermented in open top concrete fermenters with traditional hand plunging. After further maceration on skins, they were pressed to 225l French Barriques (Judicious 30% new) for 20 months. Then the final blend was made before bottling… and what a blend it is. This powerhouse Kiwi Red Bargain will live for 10+- years… but is so in harmony you can open tonight. Whenever you drink it – your expectations will be totally exceeded.
Smells
Heady Bordeaux like aromas of dark plums, black currants, cedar, fresh tobacco leaves, pencil shavings, lifted pepper notes and an exotic array of dark spices.
Tastes
A plush array of black fruits saturates your tastes buds, wrapped in smooth, mouth coating, cheek hugging tannins. The generous palate is balanced by juicy acidity lifting the warm, rich flavours to a long. moreishly fresh finish. Excellent drinking now and through 2025-2035, perfect with all your favourite BBQ meats and aged cheddar.
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