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2014 Destiny Bay Destinae Red Blend
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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. With a higher percentage of Merlot, this blend is more “Right Bank” Bordeaux in style. Approachable at a young age, Destinae offers complex dark fruit aromas and has the potential to age for a decade or more.
Vintage Detail:
Average temperature and rainfall for spring & above average temperature & sunshine hours for summer through harvest.
Average temperature and rainfall for spring & above average temperature & sunshine hours for summer through harvest.
- Vinified Tonnage/Acre: 1.4 - 2.2 tonnes
- Maturation: 10-15 months in 50% French Oak & 50% American Oak
- Cooperage: 40% new barrels, 60% 1-2 year barrels
- Cases Produced: 570
- Alcohol: 14.5%
WINEMAKER’S TASTING NOTES:
A deep maroon in colour is complemented with fragrant and peppery aromatics owing to some of the best Cabernet Franc we have ever produced. The nose gives way to luscious dark berry aromas and hints of cocoa. On first taste the palate is rich and broad with vanilla notes that sweeten the mid-palate backed up by restrained oak. While intensely concentrated, the tannins
and alcohol balance each other as this bolder vintage of Destinae remains elegant and approachable. Look for raspberry, cherry and musk notes to come forward as this wine evolves in the cellar over a very long life.
ENJOY FROM: 4-12+ years from vintage.
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