The grapes for this wine are sourced from the Tietjen’s vineyard in the Hexton Hills appellation of Gisborne. Grown on Kaiti Clay loam soil and planted in 2009, the fruit is 100% leaf plucked around the fruit zone and only two canes are laid down to ensure good ripeness, colour and texture in the wine.
2024
Church House Malbec Merlot *NEW VINTAGE*
Rustic, earthy and fruity
Big and fruity with hints of plum, blackberry and a lovely rustic and earthy finish. This delicious red blend is perfect with a good kiwi BBQ.
Vegan friendly
| VARIETAL | 70% Malbec, 30% Merlot |
|---|---|
| VINEYARD | Tietjen |
| CLONE | ENTAV-INRA 595 & Premium Import Selection |
| APPELLATION | Hexton Hills (Golden Slopes) |
| VINTAGE | 2024 |
| Profile | Dry |
| ALCOHOL | 13.0% |
| TASTE | Rustic, earthy and fruity |
| TA | 6.17 g/L |
| pH | 3.74 |
| RESIDUAL SUGAR | <1.0 g/L |
| VOLUME | 750 mL |
Church House Malbec Merlot *NEW VINTAGE*
Vineyard Review
Winemaking
The harvest decisions at Matawhero are made after the winemaker and viticulturist concur that the grapes are flavour ready. After another good growing season in Gisborne, the Malbec achieved good ripeness. The grapes were machine harvested and tank fermented. The juice was then pumped over regularly to extract colour and tannin. The wine was pressed at dryness and underwent full malolactic fermentation. After 10 months maturation, the wine was filtered and bottled.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Deep crimson
Aroma
Lifted aromatic notes of Doris plum, dark fruits and dusty herbs.
Palate
Big and fruity with hints of plum, blackberry, blueberry and dried herbs. The wine has a big, ripe tannic finish.
Food Match
Lovely with any red meat dish.
