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Wine and Beverage Reviews

All Cam's wine and beverage reviews use the 100-point scale:

Outstanding 95 - 100 PointsA great wine. Cellar worthy. Impeccably made. — **Outstanding 95 - 100 Points**
A great wine
Cellar worthy
Impeccably made

Very Good to ExcellentA wine with concentration, texture, character and quality — **Very Good to Excellent**
A wine with concentration, texture, character and quality

PremiumA wine with special qualities — **Premium**
A wine with special qualities.
Also available, 92 Point *only* Stickers

RecommendedA wine that is well made, immediately drinkable and will not disappoint — **Recommended**
A wine that is well made, immediately drinkable and should not disappoint

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Posts tagged Magna Praemia

Destiny Bay 'Magna Praemia' 2021, Waiheke Island

Youthful, complex, fruity, myriad varietal scents, slightly lifted, dry stone earth, smoky and toasty oak, bitter and milk chocolate, miso, Bovril and violets….

2021, Cabernet, Cabernet Sauvignon Marlot, Bordeaux Style Left BankCameron DouglasMay 5, 2024Destiny Bay, Magna Praemia, Waiheke Island, cabernet sauvignon, Cabernet Blend

Destiny Bay 'Magna Praemia' 2020, Waiheke Island, Auckland

Opaque core with dark purple hues and bright pink rim. The bouquet is incredible, concentrated and focused, led by aromas of dark plums and blackberries, smoky chocolate and sweet toasty wood, violets and olive, sweet tobacco and iron….

2020, Red blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Petit VerdotCameron DouglasApril 12, 2023Destiny Bay, 2020, Waiheke Island, Auckland, Wine of the week, Wine of the Week, Magna Praemia