Abbey EstateTestament Cabernet - Merlot
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 2 varietals which are the Cabernet-Sauvignon and the Merlot.
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
This wine generally goes well with poultry, beef or veal.
Taste structure of the Testament Cabernet - Merlot from the Abbey Estate
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Testament Cabernet - Merlot of Abbey Estate in the region of North Island is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Food and wine pairings with Testament Cabernet - Merlot
Pairings that work perfectly with Testament Cabernet - Merlot
Original food and wine pairings with Testament Cabernet - Merlot
The Testament Cabernet - Merlot of Abbey Estate matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or veal such as recipes of beef tongue with vegetables, spaghetti with homemade pesto or veal curry.
Details and technical informations about Abbey Estate's Testament Cabernet - Merlot.
Discover the grape variety: Cabernet-Sauvignon
Structured, tannic reds, deeply coloured, with aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, tobacco and graphite, underpinned by firm acidity and fine ageing potential. Cornerstone of the great Médoc estates (Pauillac, Saint-Estèphe, Saint-Julien) and signature of Napa Valley, Coonawarra and Maipo. The world's most planted red variety, a natural cross of Cabernet Franc x Sauvignon Blanc born in Bordeaux.
Informations about the Abbey Estate
The Abbey Estate is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 11 wines for sale in the of Hawke's Bay to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Hawke's Bay
Reference for great New Zealand reds, warm maritime climate (2,200 h of sun). Bordeaux blends on Gimblett Gravels: round, fruity Merlot (plum, ripe cherry), firm Cabernet Sauvignon (blackcurrant, cedar), perfumed Cabernet Franc. Signature northern-Rhône-style Syrah: peppery and floral (violet, blackberry, black olive), fine tannins. Structured, mineral Chardonnay.
The wine region of North Island
New Zealand's North Island, warmer and more varied than the South Island. Bordeaux varieties and Pinot Noir as signatures. Merlot in Hawke's Bay as a supple red with notes of plum, ripe cherry, fresh herbs and a spicy touch, round tannins — blended with Cabernet and peppery Syrah. Fine Pinot Noir in Wairarapa/Martinborough (cherry, undergrowth).
The word of the wine: Nebuchadnezzar
Bottle with a capacity of 15 litres.
