and the stony soil’s warming influence make it the warmest site in Hawke’s Bay
Cooler temperatures and stable weather throughout the growing season allowed for slow maturation of flavours without any heat events spiking sugar accumulation in the berries
from whole-bunch pressing to cool fermentation and weekly lees stirring
The first Champagne to be certified Premier Cru
it’s pure and finely textured with juicy orchard fruit balanced by chalky minerality and a sleek
2020 Antiguas Reservas Cabernet Sauvignon, Cousino Macul RiojaAlta and the stony soil’s warmingMaipo Marvel Elegant, poised and beautifully classical, the 2020 Antiguas Reservas Cabernet Sauvignon shows just how graceful Chilean Cabernet can be when ripeness is matched by restraint. Ripe cherry and fresh strawberry lead the way, followed by black pepper, a gentle menthol lift and a savoury spice note that gives the wine immediate shape and freshness. The palate is structured but refined, with juicy red fruit, firm yet ripe tannins and a lovely