Te Mata Estate Gamay Noir wine hails from the prestigious vineyards of New Zealand. This red wine is a visual delight with its bright, ruby hues. Its bouquet synchronises the scents of fresh raspberries and cherries, imparting a delightful fruity aroma. On the palate, the wine's light-bodied character harmonises with notes of sweet, ripe, red fruit and a delicate hint of spice that teases the taste buds. The finish leaves a lingering, satisfyingly earthy flavour. Combining sharpness with gentle depth, the Te Mata Estate Gamay Noir is an ideal companion for a range of dishes, especially red meats and cheese.

Tasting Notes

Candy-apple red with lifted notes of ripe strawberry and bright maraschino cherry, Estate Vineyards Gamay Noir ’19 sparkles with Hawke’s Bay summer fruit. Saturated raspberry on the palate is juicy and sustained with silky, round tannins, accompanied by a fine dusting of liquorice and white pepper. Red-ripe fruit, crunchy acidity, and a fresh and intense style means Estate Vineyards Gamay Noir ’19 overflows with instant appeal.

About the Winery

Te Mata Estate is unequivocally one of the most iconic vineyards in New Zealand. With a storied history dating back to 1896, this grand old vineyard commands a majestic presence in Hawke’s Bay, within the heart of New Zealand's prime wine-growing region.

The winery is nestled amidst verdant rolling hills. These serene surroundings give way to the perfect terroir for cultivating the choicest of grape varieties. The Estate's splendid vineyards extend over more than 250 hectares of highly prized land, offering a stunning vista that encapsulates the sheer romance of wine cultivation.

Te Mata Estate produces high-quality wines that are celebrated across the globe. Each wine showcases the unique character of the vineyard's home-grown grapes, producing distinctive tastes that continue to enchant wine connoisseurs. The Estate's famed red wines are characterised by their depth and complexity, with their Trail Blanc and Bullnose Syrah labels being particularly noteworthy.

The winery also runs charming wine tours. These present a fabulous opportunity to explore the extensive vineyard, the historic cellars and learn about the intricate process of winemaking all whilst savoring their sumptuous wines. Inside the winery, patrons are greeted by a mix of traditional and modern winemaking equipment, symbolising the vineyard’s adoration for the time-honoured art of wine production combined with their commitment to adopting the latest techniques to fuelling innovation.

Over the years, Te Mata Estate has not only thrived but has matured gracefully, retaining a sense of tradition and charm, setting it apart from its contemporaries. So if you are a wine lover with a penchant for quality, Te Mata Estate makes for a fascinating visit. Don't miss this chance to experience a slice of New Zealand’s wine history and taste some of the stellar wines, that this venerable winery has to offer.

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