Craggy Range Gimblet Gravels Sophia 750ml

ne of Craggy Range's Prestige Collection, Sophia is produced entirely from the Gimblett Gravels Vineyard nestled on the right bank of the Ngaruroro River, it is a blend of the very best Merlot (63%) and Cabernet Franc (8%) parcels of the vineyard. Always classy, always evocative and always richly textured. Sophia means wisdom, its name is inspired by the accumulated knowledge of current and previous generations. Tasting note: Dark garnet core colour. Spicy notes of cinnamon and freshly roasted espresso beans combine with oak and herb notes of cedar and thyme to overlay a ripe blackcurrant base aroma. The palate exudes elegance via a balance of fine layered tannin and mid palate fruit presence. This wine has a soft texture on a mid weight frame, yet has immense length.