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Destinae 2019

Destiny Bay, Waiheke Island, New Zealand

Destiny Bay
Waiheke Island New Zealand
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Grilled beef, Roasted lamb saddle, smoked Pork Ribs

The Story

Composed of free-run and press-fractions found in both Mystae and Magna Praemia, the name ‘Destinae’ captures the essence of all Destiny Bay wines. With a higher percentage of Merlot, this blend is more “Right Bank” Bordeaux in style. Approachable at a young age, Destinae offers complex dark fruit aromas and has the potential to age for a decade or more.

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Wine Information

Blend: 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot, 9% Malbec, 6% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot

Vintage: Warm spring with moderate rainfall, hot & dry through to veraison, above average temperatures & sunshine and below average rain post-veraison.

Vinified Tonnage/Acre: 1.3 - 2.0 tonnes

Avg. Brix: 24.4
Maturation: ~12 months in 55% French Oak & 45% American Oak
Cooperage: 35% new barrels, 65% 1-2 year barrels 

Cases Produced: ~700
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Origin

Waiheke Island

Grapes

39% Merlot
9% Malbec
3% Petit Verdot
6% Cabernet Franc
43% Cabernet Sauvignon

Drinking temperature

17-18C
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