VINTAGE
2020
COUNTRY
New Zealand
TABLE #
213
REGION
Hawkes Bay
92
Spicy, showing details of nutmeg and cumin that complement the chocolate-covered cherry, spiced plum and tobacco flavors, with a fresh juiciness and plush tannins. Long, mocha-laced finish. Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2032.10 cases imported.
Produced entirely from Craggy Range’s Gimblett Gravels Vineyard, nestled on the right bank of the Ngaruroro River, Sophia is a blend of the very best Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and parcels of the vineyard. The grapes are hand harvested and destemmed before
fermenting in closed-top oak vessels. The wine then matures in French barriques.”
Aged 17 months in French oak barriques, 33% new
Roast beef and steak as well as lamb dishes.
