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Villa Maria Cellar Selection Merlot Cabernet 21/22
Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
GOLD MEDAL | NZIWS 2022
GOLD MEDAL | NZIWS 2023
GOLD MEDAL | NWWA 2023
GOLD MEDAL | NWAA 2023
93/100 'Excellent' | Cameron Douglas MS
92/100 | Bob Campbell MW, The Real Review
All class here. Villa Maria's much admired Cellar Selection range is always good value, but recent years have seen the red wines soar to new heights. With a Gold Medal under its belt, this wine is clearly remarkable value - a stunning merlot cabernet blend from the outstanding 2021 vintage. Look for plush, upfront fruit weight before the cabernet component kicks in - adding savoury depth and presence. An absolute steal at our $17.99 case rate. Climb in.
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Case rate (6)
$17.99
Tasting Notes
Cameron Douglas MS writes "Very enticing, fresh, fruitty and varietal bouquet with scents of ripe doris plums and black berries, dark cherries and a light smoky chocolate quality laced with clove and vanilla baking spices. Flavours on the palate reflect what the bouquet suggests with dark berries and spices. Firm tannins and medium+ acid line layer in freshness and mouthfeel. A lovely wine, balanced and well made."
The winery writes "This deeply coloured wine displays perfumed aromas of dark berry fruits, violets and dried herbs with complexing oak spice characters. A smooth and approachable palate follows with sweet fruit, supple tannins and moreish acidity."
Food Pairing
Beef
BBQ
Steak
| Stock Level: | High |
|---|---|
| Vintage: | 21/22 |
| Volume: | 750ml |
| Alcohol: | 13.0 |
| Seal Type: | Screwcap |
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