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Hawke’s Bay Craggy Range was born in 1997, when Terry Peabody and Steve Smith MW set about buying vineyards in New Zealand and planting them with strategically chosen vines to fully express the unique characteristics of each vineyard’s terroir. Receiving international acclaim, this simple philosophy drives the entire system of farming and winemaking at Craggy Range. Above all, it’s a family run business, where Terry’s son TJ and daughter Mary-Jeanne sell wines worldwide and Terry’s wife Mary oversees the adjoining fine-dining ‘Terroir’ restaurant. Youngest son David meanwhile works as company director. There are three winemakers at Craggy Range, each sharing responsibility over wines for which they have a collective passion.
Tasting Note: Aromas of ripe plum and fruit cake characters neatly meshed with sandalwood and spicy cinnamon overtones. The overall aromatic impression is one of brooding complexity. Fine, mouth filling tannins provide the texture and structure to support ample fruit flesh. Natural acidity completes this seamlessly integrated wine with uncommon length and power.
Food Pairing: Charcuterie, Lamb, Stew
- Country: New Zealand
- Region: Gimblett Gravels, Hawkes Bay
- Grape variety: Merlot, Malbec
- Vintage: 2004
- Alcohol: 14%
- Bottle size: 75cl
- Closure: Cork