Frenchmans Hill Estate Pukeke NV, Waiheke Island 

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Made with 70% Syrah from the 2018 vintage - aged two years in French barriques; and 30% 2019 vintage Cabernets, Petit Verdot and Tannat - unoaked. Aromas and flavours of dark berries, rocks, chocolate, toasty oak, a hint of mint, black currant and sweet purple olive. As the wine opens up the aromas lexicon increase. Textures from both fruit and wood tannins, medium+ acidity and flavours of berries, wood, spics and and non-fruit flavours from rocks to spices seep through the palate. Balanced, youthful, well made and drinkable upon purchase and through 2028+.

94 Points

Excellent

RRP $75.00

Red blendCameron Douglas94 Points, Excellent, Waiheke Island