WINEMAKERS COMMENTS
Summer in a glass. Pale salmon in colour, aromas of fresh raspberry, citrus zest and a subtle herbaceous lift. The palate is lively and refreshing, showing flavours of watermelon, and pink grapefruit, balanced by bright acidity and a fresh finish.
VINTAGE
A warm growing season made 2026 one of the earliest harvests we have seen. The weather in February and March was very kind with stable and dry conditions aiding even fruit ripeness and balanced, concentrated flavours. 2026 will be known as an outstanding vintage for the Hawkes Bay.
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Cornerstone, Hawke’s Bay 100%
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VARIETIES: Syrah 82%. Malbec 9%. Merlot 5%. Cabernet Franc 4%
ALCOHOL: 12.5%
TOTAL ACIDITY: 6.7gL
PH: 3.45
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 4.8gL
STD DRINKS = 75Oml: 7.4
FRUIT HANDLING: Harvested early in the morning to retain freshness and pressed gently to tank.
FERMENTATION VESSEL: 95% racked to tank for a cool fermentation. 5% transferred to older French barriques for barrel fermentation at 22 deg C.
FINING: No fining. Suitable for a plant-based diet
BOTTLED: May 2026
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