New Zealand / Bordeaux blend
Hawke's Bay 1996 Bordeaux blend
Source-supported draft: Hawke's Bay Bordeaux blend 1996 is Excellent, led by ageworthy Te Mata Coleraine and strong mature Cabernet-Merlot performance. Buy benchmark labels with confidence, but avoid weak-condition bottles.
Score92
ConfidenceHigh
MaturityMature
Window2002-2020
Vivintage verdict
Excellent
Source-supported draft: Hawke's Bay Bordeaux blend 1996 is Excellent, led by ageworthy Te Mata Coleraine and strong mature Cabernet-Merlot performance. Buy benchmark labels with confidence, but avoid weak-condition bottles.
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