Villa Maria Ngakirikiri Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Gimblett Gravels, Hawke's Bay

A dark core of purple and red with ruby highlights lead to a bouquet of power and intensity, scents of fresh and roasted dark berries, Doris plum skin, then abstract ideas of boot polish and tobacco, a whisper of cigar box and cocoa then traditional toasty barrel spices and warm stony soil ideas. Full-bodied and equally powerful on the palate, textures from tannins and alcohol then toasty barrel touch first. Fruits flavours of blackberry and plum, tobacco and chocolate solidify their place. Firm tannins and acidity set a strong foundation for ageing and framing the fruit. The oak will need time to integrate and soften. A delicious wine that will age well. Best drinking from 2029 through 2045+.

95 Points

Outstanding

RRP form $170.00