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Mystae 2020
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Mystae 2020

Mystae 2020

Blended from all five varietals, Mystae typically begins with a bouquet of developed fruit that will increase in complexity under proper cellar conditions for a decade or more. The “Mystae” were ancient Greek philosophers and followers of Dionysus (the Greek God of Wine), who sought a deeper understanding of the universe’s mysteries.
NZD $2,580 case of three
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WINEMAKER'S TASTING NOTES

A dark colour shows concentration that is framed by a blue tinged robe. The nose is both sweet and floral with ripe Cabernet supported by a touch of blueberry before a savoury quality rises up due to the higher portion of French oak. The first taste mirrors the aromatics with ripe Cabernet and cooling blue fruit characters before a firmly structured backbone reveals the potential for this wine in the cellar. While the wine is youthful and well structured, it remains supple and inviting with a wide spectrum of berry and perfume notes. A marvelously structured Mystae that will be tempting to drink upon release with beef and game, it will only begin to reveal its secrets after 2-3 years in the cellar.

BLEND

54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 9% Malbec,
8% Cabernet Franc, 6% 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 55% French Oak & 45% American Oak
  • Cooperage: 45% new barrels, 55% 1-2 year barrels
  • Cases Produced: ~615
  • ABV: 14.3%

ENJOY FROM

5-18+ years from vintage

PROVENANCE

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