2020 Paritua Hawkes Bay Red Blend
Grape
44% merlot, 40% cabernet sauvignon, 16% cabernet franc
Its Origins
Paritua Vineyards is located on Maraekakaho Road in the heart of the Hawkes Bay 'Triangle’ District, one of New Zealand's most diverse regions for the production of both premium red and white grapes. The vineyard Paritua as a tribute to the Paritua Stream, which meanders gently through the land. It is a name that also acknowledges the connection with the land and the people of New Zealand. Inspiration for the name 'Stone Paddock' came from the free-draining, stony soils that make up Paritua Vineyards. The stones featured on the Stone Paddock label were gathered from the Syrah and Cabernet blocks. In July 2008, talented winemaker Jason Stent joined the Paritua team, working over 120 acres of vineyards.
What The Critics Say
94/100 Cameron Douglas MS
"Dark core of purple and ruby hues with a fuchsia rim and some colour stained tears lead to a bouquet of concentration and power with blackberry and dark plum, barrel spices of clove and vanilla, iron-or soil and hard stone soil scents, violet and synergies of complexity from all that bouquet shows. A youthful and textured wine touches the palate first with a mixed berry flavour, firm tannins and acid line. As the wine begins to open out in glass the supple side begins to show with violets and plums then baking spices and toasty barrel highlights. Taut and youthful still so cellar time needed for this wine. Best drinking from 2026 through 2036+."
93/100 Bob Campbell MW
"A blend of 44% merlot, 40% cabernet sauvignon, 16% cabernet franc. Ripe, fine-grained red with cacao powder, dark berry/cassis/blackberry and spicy oak. A core of sweet fruit balances fine, grippy tannins leaving a pleasantly dry finish. 31 AUG 2023." Drink 2023 - 2035
| Variety | Cabernet Merlot Blend |
|---|---|
| Region | Hawkes Bay |
| Closure | Cap |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Alcohol | 14.50% |
| Maturity | 2023 - 2036+ |
This Wine Goes Well With
Taste
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