Matakana EstateElingamite Limited Edition Merlot - Cabernet Frnac
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 2 varietals which are the Cabernet franc 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 Elingamite Limited Edition Merlot - Cabernet Frnac from the Matakana Estate
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Elingamite Limited Edition Merlot - Cabernet Frnac of Matakana Estate in the region of North Island is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Food and wine pairings with Elingamite Limited Edition Merlot - Cabernet Frnac
Pairings that work perfectly with Elingamite Limited Edition Merlot - Cabernet Frnac
Original food and wine pairings with Elingamite Limited Edition Merlot - Cabernet Frnac
The Elingamite Limited Edition Merlot - Cabernet Frnac of Matakana Estate matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or veal such as recipes of stuffed zucchini, farfalle with gorgonzola or sauté of veal with mushrooms.
Details and technical informations about Matakana Estate's Elingamite Limited Edition Merlot - Cabernet Frnac.
Discover the grape variety: Cabernet franc
Supple, fragrant reds with fine tannins and vibrant freshness, showing raspberry, violet, green pepper, pencil lead and gentle spice aromas. Star of the Loire as a single variety (Chinon, Bourgueil, Saumur-Champigny) and of the right bank of Bordeaux in blends (Cheval Blanc at 60%). Also in semi-dry Anjou rosés. A historic Bordeaux variety, parent of Cabernet-Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenère.
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Informations about the Matakana Estate
The Matakana Estate is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 18 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: Varietal
Said of wine aromas that are reminiscent of fresh grapes. The most demonstrative example is certainly that of wines made from the Muscat grape variety.
