New Zealand / Bordeaux blend

Hawke's Bay 2018 Bordeaux blend

Source-supported draft: Hawke's Bay 2018 is Outstanding for Bordeaux blends and Syrah, especially from Gimblett Gravels. The wines show ripe fruit, concentration, freshness and balance, but 2019 remains the clearer benchmark, so keep 201...

94 - Outstanding
Score94
ConfidenceHigh
MaturityEntering peak
Window2024-2044

Vivintage verdict

Outstanding

Source-supported draft: Hawke's Bay 2018 is Outstanding for Bordeaux blends and Syrah, especially from Gimblett Gravels. The wines show ripe fruit, concentration, freshness and balance, but 2019 remains the clearer benchmark, so keep 201...

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