Mission Estate 'Jewelstone' Antoine 2021 750ml

TASTING NOTE:

Selected from some of our finest Hawke's Bay Gimblett Gravels vineyards, this small-batch, barrel-fermented wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (65%) from our Gimblett Road and Murdoch vineyards, Cabernet Franc (20%) from our Gimblett Road vineyard, and Merlot (15%) from our Mere Road vineyard. The wine is full and expressive, showing rich fruit with spice, tobacco, chocolate and a velvety texture offering refinement, power and persistence.

FOOD MATCH:

Slow-cooked beef cheek ragù served over truffle polenta, roasted rack of lamb with rosemary, or a premium charcoal-grilled ribeye steak.

SERVING TEMPERATURE:

16–18°C. Decanting the wine for 1 to 2 hours before serving is highly recommended.

CELLAR:

Enjoy now or cellar carefully for 10 to 15 years.