Man O War - 'Ironclad' Cabernet Merlot 2021

Man O War - 'Ironclad' Cabernet Merlot 2021

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"A charming vintage for the Ironclad. It is certainly ready to drink and is already showing some great aged characters including the dried red cranberry and cherry notes on the nose. A touch of vanilla and provencal herbs on the palate."

 

--------THE PRODUCER--------

Man O War

Man O War is more than a winery, it is a bay with incredible historical ties back to Capt. James Cook as well as private holdings that back up what seems like the majority of Waiheke Island. It has vineyards all over their land which allow for each varietal to be at the best microclimate possible all in order to create some of the best wines on the island.

 

--------THE GRAPE--------

Bordeaux Red Blend

This is the most famous red blend of them all: Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Just like in Bordeaux, where this blend originates from, you will almost always see Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot in the blend, too. Each grape brings its own special element to the overall wine be it acid, tannin, colour or aromatics.

 

--------THE REGION--------

Waiheke Island

Waiheke Island is a 40 minute ferry ride from Auckland's main harbour and has a range of microclimates completely unique to the island. It is the home to many exciting wines but are the Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant blends and the Syrahs that have put it on the map here and across the world.