2019 MAGNA PRAEMIA Destiny Bay Vineyards stony soils on the higher

stony soils on the higher terraces of the Te Muna Road vineyard

but the ceiling might eventually be even higher than anticipated

Showing silky texture and beautiful mid-palate finesse

The tannins are polished and fine with a touch of that distinctive limestone chalkiness that you sometimes taste in Cannubi

Wine with little alcohol and a fine fizz

2019 MAGNA PRAEMIA Destiny Bay Vineyards stony soils on the higherThis blend is dominated by deeply pressed Cabernet Sauvignon and is reminiscent of a "Left Bank" Bordeaux style wine. Optimum balance and character are achieved by adding Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot in the free run and in the press. Fine, dense tannins give this wine great structure and long term storage potential. The name Magna Praemia is Latin and means "great reward". James Suckling 99 points: A powerful and structured wine