2017 Elephant Hill Le Phant Rouge
A non-traditional blend of 3 varieties from 3 vineyards – loads of wine for the money!
Elsewhere $26.99
$24.99
$23.99 on Case buys (12 bottles)
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| Store | Stock Level* |
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| Lunn Ave Superstore |
Medium 
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| Constellation Drive Superstore |
High 
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* Pick up time will be in two hours if your products are available at your store of choice. If your products need to be transferred from another store then pick up will be midday the next working day (provided your order was placed before 4.30pm)
Further Information
| Brand | Elephant Hill |
|---|---|
| Region | Hawkes Bay |
| Varietal | Merlot Syrah Cabernet |
| Size | 750ml |
| Alcohol % | 13.5% |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Country | New Zealand |
Description
A blend of 3 grapes from 3 vineyards - Merlot, Syrah and Malbec from Te Awanga, Gimblett Gravels and the Bridge Pa Triangle. A challenging and complex vintage, 2017 and yet time and time again, Elephant Hill produce spectacular wines across their whole portfolio. Le Phant Rouge 2017 highlights their viticulture and winemaking prowess, the fruit is obviously pristine and plush if this superb release is anything to go by. Matured for 12 months in French Oak (25% new), the result is a charming wine meant to be enjoyed in its youth.
Smells
Plenty of juicy blackberry and doris plum, with hints of smoke, spice, a peppery lift and minerality.
Tastes
Loads of plummy fruit, with opulent, rounded mouthfeel, a peppery note showing the influence of Syrah on the juicy Merlot, with the Malbec fleshing out the structure, complimented by the salivating tannin/acid balance. It's lots of wine for the money to enjoy between now and 2023 with a juicy steak or Thai beef salad.
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