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Destinae 2020
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Destinae 2020

Destinae 2020

Composed of free-run and press-fractions found in both Mystae and Magna Praemia, the name 'Destinae' captures the essence of all Destiny Bay wines. Approachable at a young age, Destinae offers complex dark fruit aromas and has the potential to age for a decade or more.
NZD $1,290 case of three
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WINEMAKER'S TASTING NOTES

In the glass, this wine shows great depth of colour with red and blue tinged qualities. Aromatically, the wine expresses the warm, bright conditions of this vintage. Notes of dark blue and red fruits are layered with hints of licorice. The targeted use of French and American oak offers hints of cedar, clove and a touch of smoke. After an initial burst of fruit, a persistent layer of fine-grained tannins leads to a long and generous finish. Likely the most structured Destinae to date, this timeless wine, while approachable upon release, will surely benefit from an extra year or two in the cellar.

BLEND

38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot, 10% Malbec,
9% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot.

VINTAGE DETAIL

A cold and windy start followed by a warm and dry spring and exceptional conditions from flowering to harvest. Above average temperatures, sunshine and record low rainfall from January - April.

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • Vinified Tonnage/Acre: 2.0 - 2.4 tonnes
  • Maturation: ~12 months in 60% French Oak & 40% American Oak
  • Cooperage: 35% new barrels, 65% 1-2 year barrels
  • Cases Produced: ~725
  • ABV: 14.2%

ENJOY FROM

4-12+ years from vintage

PROVENANCE

Estate Bottled Wine of New Zealand.
Grown, Produced and Bottled by Destiny Bay Wines, 379b Gordons Road, Waiheke Island.