Smith & Sheth CRU Heretaunga Cabernet Franc 2024 (6 Bottles) Hawke’s Bay

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Smith & Sheth CRU Heretaunga Cabernet Franc 2024, from Smith & Sheth in the Heretaunga sub-region of Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand, displays a bright black-cherry hue and a fragrant bouquet of violets, rose petal and raspberry, with hints of Gimblett Gravels earth and soft stone dust. On the palate it is dry, medium-bodied and lively, with vibrant raspberry and black-cherry fruit, touches of olive, subtle dark-earth spice, vanilla and charcoal, underpinned by fine gravelly tannins and fresh acidity. The finish is long, savory and mineral-tinged. This 2024 Cabernet Franc recently earned 94 points from a respected Master Sommelier tasting, praised for its firmness, structure and length. Smith & Sheth CRU Heretaunga Cabernet Franc 2024 is elegant, food-friendly red ideal with lamb, game or a hearty stew. ABV 13.5 percent, screw-cap closure.

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About Smith & Sheth Wines

We are in the business of creating great wines that bring great pleasure. As contemporary negociants Steve Smith MW and Brian Sheth seek out the exceptional. Hand selecting the best grapes from the finest vineyards. Establishing steadfast relationships with the land, growers and makers who form the DNA of our CRU. The French call it “terroir” – a sense of place. In New Zealand we have our own defining word – Tūrangawaewae – our place to stand in the world. This word describes the special connection of a people and the land they live, love and work in. Our wines reflect the magic and alchemy of this relationship and the true beauty of these places. It is our privilege to share the pleasure, culture and craft of wine with you.

Aromas of purple fruits and kalamata olive, some chocolate and black spice ideas then smoky barrel and dark earth. Dry and rather delicious on the palate with a firm texture, plenty of acidity and earthy qualities framing the core of fruit and olive ideas suggested in the bouquet. Polished tannins and acidity deliver the backbone while the fruit coats the palate with flavour. Lengthy, dry and delicious with best drinking from late 2026 through 2032.

94pts & Excellent Cameron Douglas MS

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