Tasting note
Medium bodied with an an abundance of fruit and ripe tannis that give good structure and length on the finish.
Viticulture
Cable Station Vineyard: Awatere Valley's Blind River district, Marlborough. Glacial loess soils naturally devigorating, low rainfall, yielding well-balanced, low-vigour vines with small berry size. Low cropping results in tannin maturity by harvest. Cooling sea influence enhances varietal aromas. Colonies: Abel, 667, and 115.
Vinification
Selective machine harvested fruit, gently crushed to tank, fermented warm for 12-15 days and left for extended maceration on skins before pressing. Aged for 12 months in tank and barrel including 10% new French oak barriques.
Food Match
Pairs well with rich poultry dishes and game meats.