Collaboration Wines Argent Hawke's Bay Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Collaboration Wines Argent Hawke's Bay Cabernet Sauvignon 2020French oak Blackcurramts Barrel spice Firm tannins "Ripe, varietal and fruity with a core of blackberry and dark plum fruits, there are layers of mineral and barrel spices, stone and hard clay earthy qualities, a touch of cigar tobacco and bacon with clove and toasted vanilla scents. A youthful firm textured wine touches the palate first with a core of blackberry and dark plums, boysenberry and baking spices. tannins are firm and textured with acidity

• French oak
• Blackcurramts
• Barrel spice
• Firm tannins

"Ripe, varietal and fruity with a core of blackberry and dark plum fruits, there are layers of mineral and barrel spices, stone and hard clay earthy qualities, a touch of cigar tobacco and bacon with clove and toasted-vanilla scents. A youthful firm textured wine touches the palate first with a core of blackberry and dark plums, boysenberry and baking spices. tannins are firm and textured with acidity delivering a firm structure overall. This wine will develop well over the next 3-6 years with best drinking from 2026 through 2040" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier, Oct 2023

Rich, dark blackcurrants, cassis and savoury black olive notes. Elegant, plush entry with raspberry and floral notes unfolding into darker fruits, cedar and tar notes on the palate. Elegant, wine with real depth, length and layers of complexity, allow time to unfold.

2020 was a classic stunning Hawke’s Bay Summer. Warm, long and dry resulting in wines of real depth, richness, character and excellent cellaring potential.

Hand picked and destemmed with 100% whole berries. Cold soaked for 4-5 days and fermented in small open top fermenters 24 months in new (30%) and old French oak barrels. Unfined and unfiltered.