Mokoroa by Puriri Hills 2019
$39.90 inc. GST
Accolades:
92/100 – James Suckling
93/100 – Bob Campbell MW (2018 vintage)
“A fresh and succulent red with delicate and fine tannins and plenty of currants and oranges. Medium body. Crisp finish. Salty undertone. Iron, too. Drink now.” – James Suckling
Tasting Note: 84% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec, 1% Cabernet Sauvignon. Medium red fruits and some earth, spice and leather undertones on the nose call to mind classic Bordeaux. The palate is medium-bodied and pleasantly weighty without being overpowering. Fresh and accessible, but also showing complex structure that speaks to the very talented winemaker behind this release, and the precisely-judged blend of five distinct varietals.
Winemaking Notes: In the winery, bunches were 100% destemmed and 80% crushed into oak cuves or stainless steel open-top fermenters. Ferments were cold soaked for 4-5 days to allow wild yeast development, then inoculated with oenological yeasts. Total time on skins ranged from 1-3 weeks depending on the varietal, fruit condition and the character desired. Free run wines were put to barrel and marc was lightly basket pressed. All wine was barrel-aged in French oak for ca. 21 months before final blending. The wine was sterile-filtered and bottled under screw cap on the estate.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Variety: Bordeaux blend
Region: Clevedon, New Zealand
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