Te Mata Estate Coleraine 2021

Sam Kim, Wine Orbit writes "The 2021 Coleraine exhibits a commanding presence and majestic poise. The bouquet reveals classic aromas of cassis, dark plum and violet with whispering nuances of cedar and cigar. There are hints of warm spices, compounding the pleasure upon inhalation. The palate is bold and graceful at once, enhanced by plush texture and multi-layered mouthfeel, beautifully framed by refreshing acidity and fine chalky tannins. Robust and substantial with a great line and length, which seem to go on to infinity. This youthful wine is already impossible to resist, but time will reward those who can wait. In sports, they often talk about ‘The Greatest of All Time’, or 'The GOAT'. This 2021 Coleraine is undeniably THE GOAT of New Zealand wine. At its best: 2030 to 2055."
Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate writes"The 2021 Coleraine is a superstar… If you are a newcomer to this wine, might I politely suggest you get a wriggle on and get some. It has long been one of the handful of wines that I purchase each year, regardless of vintage conditions, and the trio of 2019, 2020 and 2021 is an outstanding trifecta of balance and complexity. The wine ages prodigiously and gracefully, and the mastering of tannins here is a thing to behold. Pliable, ductile texture and fresh fruit is the calling card of this wine from this estate. It is emphatically, enthusiastically recommended. It’s the best I recall seeing on release in recent years, a total ‘pleasure-dome’ situation….The persistence of flavour here is extraordinary; it’s detailed and nuanced but insistent in the mouth."