COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Merlot, Syrah, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Elephant Hill Estate & Winery Ltd.
REGION
Hawke's Bay
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Elephant Hill Le Phant Rouge 2016 is a red blend from Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, produced by Elephant Hill Estate & Winery Ltd. The wine is crafted from a blend of Merlot, Syrah, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc, with grapes sourced from the winery's vineyards across Te Awanga, Bridge Pa Triangle, and Gimblett Gravels. This approach leverages the diverse terroirs within Hawke's Bay. The producer, Elephant Hill, is known for its commitment to quality and sustainability, with all vineyards certified by Sustainable Winegrowers of New Zealand. The 2016 vintage benefited from a warm summer in New Zealand, which is noted as a very good year for red wines.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A blend of five classic Bordeaux varietals.
Fact 02
Grapes sourced from three distinct Hawke's Bay sub-regions.
Fact 03
Awarded Gold at the CWSA - China Wine & Spirits Awards 2018.
Fact 04
Certified by Sustainable Winegrowers of New Zealand.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Elephant Hill Le Phant Rouge 2016 is produced using a blend of five Bordeaux varietals. Fermentation is often carried out in open fermenters, followed by aging for 12 to 17 months. A portion of the aging takes place in seasoned French oak barrels, typically around 40% for some vintages. The winery's approach emphasizes meticulous vineyard management and precise vinification. Elephant Hill Estate & Winery Ltd. adheres to sustainable practices, with all its vineyards certified by Sustainable Winegrowers of New Zealand.
