2023 Te Mata Cape Crest Sauvignon / Semillon
Grape
97% Sauvignon Blanc, 2% Semillon and 1% Sauvignon Gris
Its Origins
Hawke’s Bay is a very special place for making wine. Its range of slopes, plains and climatic differences, coupled with low humidity and ample ultra-violet light, give winemakers a comprehensive toolkit to showcase their skills. Soils are young and derived from the gravels, silt and sands left behind as the three main rivers of Hawke’s Bay changed course over thousands of years. Te Mata Estate was established here in 1896 specialising in high-quality wines of classical style. The estate was purchased by the Buck and Morris families in the mid 70's, who were influenced by the great wines of France, with Peter Cowley coming on as winemaker in 1984. Peter and viticulturist Larry Morgan have moved the estate into high-quality, self-reflective, low yield winemaking with a focus on sustainable farming. Although Te Mata are mainly known now for the Coleraine, the Bullnose Syrah was called the New World's best red by Steven Spurrier.
What The Critics Say
96/100 Wine Orbit, Sam Kim
"Brilliantly expressed... finely focused palate is both pristine and complex... finishing impressively long with fabulous vibrancy and harmony."
95/100 Parker's Wine Advocate, Erin Larkin
"Aromatically, the wine leads with pressed linen and Golden Delicious apples, white pepper, shaved fennel and a profusion of preserved citrus rind. Texturally, the wine has grip and shape, and while the acidity is brisk in the mouth, it is enveloped with ripe fruit and is tense. The four clones of Sauvignon Blanc (MS, 316, 317 and 905) bring genetic diversity and fruit profile, which elevates the wine into the echelon of the great. This is a 360-degree drinking experience here, driven by phenolic drive, acid and an abundance of fruit. Excellent. Barrel ferment and lees work emphasizes all of the above. The 905 clone plays a role in the texture of the wine here. This is one of the best Cape Crest releases—and from a challenging season too. The wine goes a long way toward proving the theory that great producers prevail no matter the season, and a large part of that is the extensive work conducted in the vineyard. The years of research and development into vine and soil health, cover crops and canopy management has come home to roost in this season. 13% alcohol, sealed under screw cap." Drink 2024 - 2043
94+/100 Gary Walsh, Winefront
"From one of the premier producers in hawkes bay the bouquet says it all with a seductive, precise and fresh fruit core, grapefruit, hay orange and apple. With a mx of new and seasoned oak along with lees stirring adds texture and complexity. A small % of Semillon in the blend adds breadth and a fine silk texture. Am impressive wine in perfect balance. Best drinking from today and through 2026."
| Variety | Sauvignon Blanc |
|---|---|
| Region | Hawkes Bay |
| Closure | Cap |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Alcohol | 13.00% |
| Maturity | 2024 - 2043 |
This Wine Goes Well With
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