Blood Creek 8
The symbolic & spiritual leader
of Luc’s wines
Blood Creek 8
A masterpiece of craftsmanship showcasing the artistry of Luc’s winemaking and the unique characteristics of the terroir from which it originates. Experience the delicate balance of history, culture, and passion through each sip of Blood Creek 8 making it a treasure for wine connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike.
The Vintage
The 8 beating hearts of Te Arawa symbolises the blood spilt across the site over 100 years. The challenge for Luc is improving on the signature 2013 vintage. With 2014 recently released and 2015 vintage to be released by year end, this wine by vintage is a collectors must have as the inaugural 2010 and the later 2012 are scarce but still available.
Blood Creek 8 2015
100% Waiheke coastal single site “The 8 Vineyard". Cabernet blend of all 8 varieties grown at Frenchman’s Hill. This is a nod to the great First Growth blends of Bordeaux where Luc studied.
Raised 16-20 months in new fine grain french oak barriques. Dedicated to my mother Mary Frances Guise.
Notes
Blend cabernet sauvignon, 36%, merlot 17%, petit verdot 15.5%, cabernet franc 8.5%, tannat 8.5%, syrah 8%, viognier 3.5%, kolor 3%.
Cellar at: 13-15 ºC
Drink: 2022 – 2038
Alcohol: 14.0%
Varietal: Cabernet Blend
Region: Waiheke Island, New Zealand
Blood Creek 8 2014
100% Waiheke coastal single site “The 8 Vineyard". Cabernet blend of all 8 varieties grown at Frenchman’s Hill. This is a nod to the great First Growth blends of Bordeaux where Luc studied.
Unfined and minimally filtered. This wine is dedicated to my beloved uncle Alfred (Freddy) Desbonnets RIP.
Notes
Blend cabernet sauvignon, 36%, merlot 17%, petit verdot 15.5%, cabernet franc 8.5%, tannat 8.5%, syrah 8%, viognier 3.5%, kolor 3%, 16 months 100% new french barriques.
Cellar at: 13-15 ºC
Drink: 2020 – 2035+
Alcohol: 14.0%
Varietal: Blend
Region: Waiheke Island, New Zealand
Blood Creek 8 2013
100% Waiheke coastal single site “The 8 Vineyard". Cabernet blend of all 8 varieties grown at Frenchman’s Hill. This is a nod to the great First Growth blends of Bordeaux where Luc studied.
Unfined and minimally filtered. This wine is a tribute to Luc's grandmother Marthe the 13th child of her family and her son, his father Patrick born 13th December, his lucky number.
Notes
Blend cabernet sauvignon, 36%, merlot 17%, petit verdot 15.5%, cabernet franc 8.5%, tannat 8.5%, syrah 8%, viognier 3.5%, kolor 3%, 16 months 100% new french barriques.
Cellar at: 13-15 ºC
Drink: 2016 – 2030+
Alcohol: 14.0%
Varietal: Cabernet Blend
Region: Waiheke Island, New Zealand
Blood Creek 8 2012
100% Waiheke coastal single site “The 8 Vineyard". Cabernet blend of all 8 varieties grown at Frenchman’s Hill. This is a nod to the great First Growth blends of Bordeaux where Luc studied.
16 months 100% new french barriques. Unfined and minimally filtered.
Notes
Blend cabernet sauvignon, 36%, merlot 17%, petit verdot 15.5%, cabernet franc 8.5%, tannat 8.5%, syrah 8%, viognier 3.5%, kolor 3%.
Cellar at: 13-15 ºC
Drink: 2020 – 2035+
Alcohol: 14.0%
Varietal: Cabernet Blend
Region: Waiheke Island, New Zealand
Blood Creek 8 2010
100% coastal Waiheke grown blend of 8 varieties grown on the steep warm slopes of Luc Desbonnets site “The 8 Vineyard" above the bright and warm tidal water of the Anzac Bay estuary. A nod to the great First Growth blends of Bordeaux where Luc studied.
A unique wine that only comes from one place. 24 months in fine french barriques. Unfined and minimal filtered.
Notes
A core of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot seasoned with Cabernet Franc, Tannat, Syrah, Viognier and Kolor give this wine power, structure, balance and potentially unmatched aging complexity.
Cellar at: 13-15 ºC
Drink: 2015 – 2030+
Alcohol: 15.0%
Varietal: Cabernet Blend
Region: Waiheke Island, New Zealand
