(2023) Also from the North Island's Hawke’s Bay, and its famous gravel soils, this saw careful barrel maturation, only about 10% new oak, where it rested for 21 months. It's another vibrantly dark purple wine, aromas of plush black fruit, a touch of cedar, and a pleasing touch of more lifted cassis and violet. In the mouth there's a creaminess to the fruit and texture, quite a primary fruit character with plum skin grip and tartness adding to the freshness of the finish. No UK retail listing at time of review.