Craggy Range Sophia 2020

Te Muna, Martinborough

$90.00 USD

About the wine

REGION: Gimblett Gravels | New Zealand

GRAPES: 77% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Franc

PH: 3.65

ACIDITY: 5.6

ABV: 14%

AGING: Aged 17 months in French oak barriques, 33% new 

Deep, garnet red with aromas of black currant, plum and chanterelle mushrooms The palate is lifted with plum, redcurrant and blackberry interwoven with cinnamon and mocha notes. The tannins offer a savoury counterpoint to the sweetness of fruit and the traditional hallmark of being powder fine in texture.

An excellent companion to juicy beef and lamb dishes.

Varietal
77% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Franc

Destemmed
100%

Fermentation Vessel
Closed top French oak cuves

Fermentation
Inoculated

Barrel Type
French oak barriques

New Barrel %
33%

Maturation
17 months

Fining
Yes

Filtration
Yes – coarse filtration

10 – 15 years from vintage

While the season was wet through the Spring, it was dry and warm through ripening period, yielding an iconic vintage.

What The Critics Say...

A gorgeous, polished and curated red with blackcurrant, blueberry and cherry aromas. together with hints of crushed stone and graphite. Medium to full body, a creamy texture and flavorful finish. A blend of merlot, cabernet sauvignon, and cabernet franc. So impressive to drink now, but this will age beautifully. Drink or hold. Screw cap. JamesSuckling.com

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