Winery SculptureumThe Rodin Blend
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 3 varietals which are the Cabernet franc, the Carmenère and the Merlot.
This wine generally goes well with pork, poultry or beef.
The The Rodin Blend of the Winery Sculptureum is in the top 20 of wines of Matakana.
Food and wine pairings with The Rodin Blend
Pairings that work perfectly with The Rodin Blend
Original food and wine pairings with The Rodin Blend
The The Rodin Blend of Winery Sculptureum matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, pork or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of beef colombo bourguignon style, pork roulades with cream and mushrooms or duck breast with balsamic vinegar.
Details and technical informations about Winery Sculptureum's The Rodin Blend.
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 The Rodin Blend from Winery Sculptureum are 0
Informations about the Winery Sculptureum
The Winery Sculptureum is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 6 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: Draft liquor
Liqueur composed of sugar dissolved in wine, used for the dosage of sparkling wines made by the traditional method. It is also known as "liqueur d'expédition" or "liqueur de dosage".
