Te Mata Estate Vineyards Gamay Noir 2018

Country of Origin: New Zealand
Region: Hawke's Bay
Type: Red Wine
Grape Variety: Gamay Noir
Vintage: 2018
Size: 750ml
Alcohol Volume / ABV: 13.5%
Body: Medium
Sweetness: Dry

Why We Love This Wine

Established in 1896, Te Mata Estate is one of the few New Zealand Wineries with roots in the 19th century remaining family owned, retaining pride in their heritage, & staying true to their commitment to the future. They produce 11 wines from classic vineyard areas in Hawke's Bay blessed with a generous climate & a quality reputation. With their complexity, structure, & balance, these wines reward careful cellaring through continued evolution in the bottle. Te Mata Estate has been at the forefront of the modern rejuvenation of the New Zealand wine scene over the last 40 years being large enough to be well resourced but small enough to concentrate on detail. Deep brilliant crimson with a cherry edge, this wine sparkles with lifted candy apple, strawberry, & star anise on the nose. Soft & luscious, its palate overflows with crushed red summer fruit, wild raspberry, and cherry. Hints of rosewater & aniseed come to the fore in this wine's sumptuous finish.

Winemaker / Tasting Notes

Made in the traditional French Beaujolais style, this fresh & supple red leads with floral & berry aromas before opening up with ripe plum flavors & vestiges of spice on the palate further accented by soft & gentle tannins.