BLOOD CREEK 8 2021

Notes: 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. Blend cabernet sauvignon, 36%, merlot 17%, petit verdot 15.5%,cabernet franc 8.5%, tannat 8.5%, syrah 8%, viognier 3.5%, kolor 3%. Raised 16-20 months in new fine grain french oak barriques. Dedicated to my mother Mary Frances Guise.

Cellar at: 13-15 ºC

Drink: 2023 – 2035+

Alcohol: 14.0%

Varietal: Cabernet Blend

Region: Waiheke Island, New Zealand

Winemakers Notes: 

“This is a classic Blood Creek 8 from a long, dry and warm growing season. The wine shows trademark richness, depth, complexity and balance with a marked restraint and elegance as a result of extremely gentle handling and cooler fermentations. Drink 2023-2035+ Under correct cellaring.”