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The Gimblett Gimblett Gravels

Trinity Hill

New Zealand

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Cabernet Franc · Cabernet Sauvignon · Merlot · Malbec
Country
New Zealand
Appellation
Gimblett Gravels
Body
medium
Acidity
medium
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

carnes vermelhas assadas · cordeiro · coq au vin · queijos curados · churrasco · ensopados

Rated vintages

  • 201492 pts

    At almost half Cabernet Franc (49%), this is slightly leafier than what most producers are pulling out of the Gimblett Gravels. The balance is Cabernet Sauvignon (39%), with small amounts of Merlot (9%) and Malbec (3%). The tobacco, chocolate and cassis notes are carried by medi…

  • 201390 pts

    This blend of four Bordeaux varieties (40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 29% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot) is reasonably full in the mouth, with subdued aromas of blackberry and cola. Dark berry, earth and mocha flavors finish long and velvety. Drink now–2025.

  • 201091 pts

    This wine's bold cassis fruit is accented by charred capsicum and vaguely herbal notes, giving it ample complexity at this young age. It's full bodied, yet creamy and supple in texture, with soft tannins on the long, mouthwatering finish.