TE MATA "AWATEA" 2023 (750ml) JEAN-PAUL BALAND showing juicy grapefruit freshness with

showing juicy grapefruit freshness with lively acidity carrying these classical Waihopai Valley characters to a lengthy finish

It does not rely on residual sugar for its completely dry

lively but refreshing

— Christina Pickard

TE MATA "AWATEA" 2023 (750ml) JEAN-PAUL BALAND showing juicy grapefruit freshness withVariety: Cabernet Merlot Cabernet Franc Petit Verdot Tasting notes: With a gleaming crimson core and ruby rim, Awatea Cabernets Merlot 23 is enticingly perfumed with blackberry, bay, violets, and vanilla. The satisfying palate is detailed, poised and texturally rewarding, interplaying plum, black olive and sandalwood notes with salinity, refreshing acidity and bright tannin length. It has a captivating elegance that is classically Te Mata Reviews: 96