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John Forrest Collection Gimblett Gravels Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
£25.99
- The JFC Collection wines are unequivocally linked to the soils they come from.
- Released when ready but built to last.
- Please decant before serving and allow 30 minutes or so to fully open up this multifaceted Cabernet.
- This wine is certified by Sustainable Winegrowing NZ and is made following sustainable practices in the vineyard and winery (focusing on climate change, water, waste, plant protection, soil and people).
- ABV: 14.0%
- Vintage: 2016
- Size: 75cl
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Grape Type:
Cabernet Sauvignon -
Hawke's Bay
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Wine Category:
Red -
Wine Style:
Full Bodied Reds -
At Its Best:
Now - End 2029 -
Winemaker:
Dr John Forrest
Other classifications
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Sustainable
Wine
Find out more about John Forrest Collection Gimblett Gravels Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
Find out more about John Forrest Collection Gimblett Gravels Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
The Wine The Wine
New Zealand
Region:Hawke's Bay
The John Forrest collection of wines are his top-end offering only released when John feels they are ready to drink, but they are built to last so don't think they need to be consumed in a rush! The Gimblett Gravels are possibly the only place in New Zealand where the weather is warm and dry enough for this grape to reach full ripeness. This is concentrated Kiwi Cab Sauv, full of cassis, liquorice alongside wonderful complexities of dried herbs. One of those must try wines from an iconic estate.
The Winemaker The Winemaker
Dr. John Forrest
Making wine is a very personal endeavour, yet one winemakers love to share. For me, winemaking combines my exuberant personality and scientist's love of experimentation with a continuous quest to capture the best the land, the vines and the vintage have to offer. The result is a collection of wines with great integrity and purity of flavour, which clearly reflect their sense of place. I am proud to share these wines with you.
Bob Cambell, Master of Wine, 94/100 - "Dense and strongly varietal wine with classic blackberry, cedar and mint characters. Firm ripe tannins give the wine backbone and longevity yet still allow access to appealing fruit flavours. This is a serious Cabernet Sauvignon that must rate as one of the country's best."
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