{"id":1898,"date":"2020-07-11T11:35:00","date_gmt":"2020-07-10T23:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/?page_id=1898"},"modified":"2021-09-28T14:38:12","modified_gmt":"2021-09-28T01:38:12","slug":"brookfields-gold-label-cabernet-merlot-16","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/index.php\/brookfields-gold-label-cabernet-merlot-16\/","title":{"rendered":"…iconic Cabernet \/ Merlot with charm & integrity"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t

Brookfields \u2018Gold Label\u2019 Cabernet \/ Merlot 2016<\/h3>\nGrape Varietals:<\/strong> 85% Cabernet Sauvignon & 15% Merlot
\nGrowing Region:<\/strong> Hawke\u2019s Bay – New Zealand \u00a0
\nOwner \/ Winemaker:<\/strong> Peter Robertson
\n5 Stars \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\nI have had the pleasure of working with Brookfields for nearly 3 decades. And over this time, Peter\u2019s premium Bordeaux red blend has been an icon wine not only from Hawke\u2019s Bay, but New Zealand. Well-known and respected by those in the know for all this time, over the past decade or so, now wine enthusiasts the world over have been paying more attention and enjoying the \u2018Gold Label\u2019 Cabernet \/ Merlot.
\nThe Cabernet Sauvignon fruit for this blend was grown at their Ohiti Estate property, and the Merlot on a north facing slope in the Tuki Tuki Valley. Both varietals were cropped at minimal levels in order to maximize the individual berry flavours. The Merlot fruit was deemed ready for harvest on the 11th April and the first parcel of Cabernet Sauvignon on the 12th April and both were harvested at ideal varietal ripeness. This 2016 Cabernet \/ Merlot is the culmination of a balanced Hawke\u2019s Bay summer with an incredible amount of dedication in the vineyards and respectful winemaking. The Reserve \u2018Gold Label\u2019 is only made in ideal vintage years; the 2016 vintage is an excellent addition to the label\u2019s dynasty.
\nOn arrival into the winery, both were tank fermented on their skins at 25 – 30\u00b0C for about 2 weeks with regular daily pump-overs. The primary juice was drained off and then the grapes were gently pressed. Only the best pressing parcels were added back to the free run juice. Malolactic fermentation was then encouraged before being transferred into new French oak barrels for 15 months maturation. \n \u2022 As you pour into a generous glass you will be greeted by an almost black-red colour and shining hue. The nose showcases ripe dark fruits, subtle mint-chocolate and a note of tobacco leaf. On the palate this blend is generously layered, presenting proudly those ripe dark fruits, wild blackberries, well-integrated vanilla oak, dried herbs and mocha chocolate underpinned with solid natural tannins and balanced oak giving added palate texture and structure. This ‘reserve’ wine has genuine heritage, integrity, a defined character and personality which lingers on a pleasingly long finish.\nThis 2016 Brookfields \u2018Gold Label\u2019 Cabernet \/ Merlot has 14% Alc.\/vol. Made in a classic dry style. Decant for 35-45 minutes and serve in a generous red wine glass at 16\u00b0- 18\u00b0C.\nAn iconic Hawke\u2019s Bay Cabernet \/ Merlot expressing charm & integrity.<\/em>\n

<\/p>\n\nCELLARING POTENTIAL: *(Review 11\/7\/2020)
\nWith mild-medium decanting, approachable this coming season – and will age gracefully for another 8 – 10 years.
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\nFOOD PAIRING SUGGESTIONS:
\nPerfect wine pairing with roast beef, well-seasoned grilled prime red meats with a wine-jus, rich pasta dishes, and earthy vegetarian cuisine, and aged, hard cheeses – enjoy.<\/em>\n\t\t\t\t\"Peter-Robertson-Winemaker-Image-02\"\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"PDF-Icon-03\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t

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