Winery RansomDark Summit
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 5 varietals which are the Cabernet franc, the Cabernet-Sauvignon, the Carmenère, the Malbec and the Merlot.
This wine generally goes well with pork, poultry or beef.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Dark Summit of Winery Ransom in the region of North Island often reveals types of flavors of earth, oak or black fruit.
Food and wine pairings with Dark Summit
Pairings that work perfectly with Dark Summit
Original food and wine pairings with Dark Summit
The Dark Summit of Winery Ransom matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or pork such as recipes of beef and spice stuffed peppers, lamb roast with lavender or homemade pork curry.
Details and technical informations about Winery Ransom's Dark Summit.
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.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Dark Summit from Winery Ransom are 2013, 2011, 0
Informations about the Winery Ransom
The Winery Ransom is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 12 wines for sale in the of Matakana to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Matakana
New Zealand sub-region north of Auckland (hills, warmer and more humid climate, clay-loams, red volcanic soils, 28 diverse varieties): Syrah is the signature red (most planted variety), structured and peppery, complemented by Cabernet and Merlot. Chardonnay and Pinot Gris are the signature whites with premium fruity notes. Boutique dry-farmed vineyards with reduced vigour and increased concentration, volcanic soils providing richness and a characteristic earthiness.
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: Part
Name of the barrel used in Burgundy (capacity of 228 litres).
