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Sophia, Craggy Range 2007

RegionNew Zealand
Subregion New Zealand > Hawkes Bay
ColourRed
TypeStill
Grape VarietyCabernet Sauvignon/Merlot

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Tasting Notes

The 2007 Sophia, a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc has a deep blackberry, cassis, plum, kirsch and violet tinged nose - in fact it is difficult to discern the Cabernet Franc! The palate is full-bodied and beautifully balanced, good acidity, firm tannins and great weight and yet there is also a sense of weightlessness that marks this out as a stunning wine with a persistent tannic finish. This will need 5-6 years ageing at least. Superb.

95
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate (184), September 2009

Very sweet and luscious. Polished, user-friendly and easy already. Toasty, long and very well balanced. Almost too sweet and nice! SO polished. Drink 2010-2017

17
Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com, November 2009
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