2024 Coopers Creek SV Metals & Gravels Merlot

Brand	Toi Toi Wines
Region	Hawkes Bay
Varietal	Merlot
Size	750ml
Alcohol %	13.0%
Vintage	2024
Country	New Zealand

From the stony heart of Hawke’s Bay, Metals and Gravels 2024 Select Vineyard Merlot is a bold, character-filled red that speaks of both place and purpose. Sourced from select gravelly soils that deliver natural intensity, this Merlot is fermented with wild yeasts for added complexity and aged for 12 months in American oak to round out its generous frame. Plush red fruit and wild berry flavours are seamlessly wrapped in silky tannins and a whisper of vanilla spice. It’s the kind of wine that demands hearty fare—think slow-cooked lamb shanks, venison, or rich mushroom ragoût. A modern, expressive Merlot with serious charm and food-friendly swagger.

this Merlot opens with aromas of ripe black cherry, dark plum, and crushed blueberries, layered with hints of mocha, sweet tobacco, and toasted oak.

The palate is plush and generous, showing vibrant red and black fruit flavours framed by smooth, well-integrated tannins. Subtle notes of vanilla, clove, and cedar from the American oak add warmth and complexity, while a fine seam of acidity keeps everything fresh and balanced. Long, velvety, and satisfying on the finish – this is a Merlot built for both comfort and character. The recommended serving temperature is 16-18 degrees.