Te Mata Coleraine Cabernet Merlot 2023

New Zealand's Greatest Red Wine – A Majestic Return to Form. Te Mata Estate, established in 1896, has long been a symbol of exceptional winemaking in Hawke’s Bay. In the hands of the Buck family since 1978, the estate has been a beacon of quality, producing internationally recognized wines from its historic vineyards. The Coleraine, a wine born from the heart of the estate, is a testament to the family’s dedication to excellence, drawing from the oldest vineyards on the Havelock Hills.

Named after the Coleraine vineyard, the wine honors the legacy of John Buck’s late grandfather, who was born in Coleraine, Northern Ireland. Since its inception, Coleraine has been crafted with the finest selections from the estate’s vineyards, and from 1989, it became an assemblage of the most exceptional plots, producing a wine that is as much a product of place as it is of craftsmanship.

The 2023 vintage of Coleraine stands as a commanding statement of New Zealand’s winemaking prowess. A perfect blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Franc, the 2023 release brings together the regal qualities of the region’s noble varietals, delivering a wine of unmatched complexity, structure, and finesse. With fruit sourced from 24 individual vineyard parcels and seven distinguished Cabernet selections, the Coleraine 2023 reigns supreme as the pinnacle of Te Mata’s viticultural achievements.