Black Cottage Merlot Hawke’s Bay 2021

Gimblett Gravels

From a fantastic vintage, it is remarkable this little beauty is still about, especially at this price.

5 stars 93 Pts Excellent Cam Douglas MS
"Vibrant hues of magenta and pink lead to a bouquet of fresh black currant flesh and plums, there’s a definitive floral scent of violets then clay and a nut quality from oak. Dry and delicious on the palate with flavours of fresh plums and black currant fruits. A mix of baking spices and nut add some complexity and depth. Taut and youthful with plenty of acidity and abundance of tannins. Well made with a readiness for drinking form 2024 through 2029. Fantastic value!"