Villa Maria Reserve Gimblett Gravels Grenache 2007 $60 

I’ve been waiting for a 100% Grenache from Hawke’s Bay since forever!  Heady roasting pan juices, rosemary and dusty, earthy aromas lead the way to spicy plum, mace and amazingly silky, earthy, blackberry and cherry smoke.  It’s a muscular, meaty wine – and is just sensational with venison sausages.  www.villamaria.co.nz

 

Villa Maria Reserve Gimblett Gravels Grenache 2007