Craggy Range
Craggy Range Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Te Kahu
Red wine
4.3
Expert Rating
3.8
Most Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Craggy Range Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Te Kahu is a premium red wine produced by Craggy Range, a renowned winery in New Zealand. The wine is made from grapes grown in the Hawke's Bay appellation, known for its unique soil composition and ideal growing conditions for Bordeaux varietals. The vineyard features stony soils that provide excellent drainage and heat retention, resulting in grapes with concentrated flavors and aromas. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant blend, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of oak. It is a perfect representation of the Gimblett Gravels terroir and a must-try for any wine enthusiast.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Craggy Range Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Te Kahu is a rich, powerful red with aromas of ripe black cherry, mocha, and earthy spices.On the palate, blackberry and dark chocolate flavors are enlivened by firm tannins, leading to a persistent finish. An excellent and complex expression of the terroir.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (5)
Merlot
Cabernet Sauvignon
ORIGINS
Winery: Craggy Range
Region: Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay is a wine region located on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. It is the second largest wine region in New Zealand, known for producing high-quality red wines, particularly Bordeaux-style blends and Syrah. The region has a long history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the mid-19th century by French missionaries. Today, Hawke's Bay is home to over 70 wineries and is a popular destination for wine tourism.CUSTOMER RATING
3.8
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