Te Mata Coleraine is a premium red wine produced by Te Mata Estate, a renowned winery in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand. The wine is made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc grapes grown in the estate's vineyards, which benefit from the region's warm climate and free-draining soils. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, gentle handling, and aging in French oak barrels to enhance the wine's complexity and structure. The resulting wine is a rich and elegant Bordeaux-style blend with notes of blackcurrant, plum, and spice, and a long, smooth finish. Te Mata Coleraine is a true expression of the Hawke's Bay terroir and a must-try for any wine enthusiast.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This New Zealand red blend is an intense and concentrated expression of classic Bordeaux varieties.The nose showcases blackcurrant, cedar, cigar box and subtle floral aromas. The palate is full-bodied and powerful, with layers of cassis, blackberry, dark chocolate and mocha, framed by firm tannins and a long, lingering finish.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2055
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Cabernet Franc
ORIGINS
Winery: Te Mata
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.