97 Points
100 Points

Te Mata Estate 'Coleraine' Cabernet Merlot 2024

SKU: TECO202410 UCAU

~~$169.00~~ $149.99

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Coleraine is New Zealand’s most famous red wine - rivals the very best wines from Bordeaux.

Displays the concentration, complexity and elegance found in the world's finest wines.

First released in 1982, and has established itself as one of New Zealand’s greatest red wines.

Critic Scores

97 // Gary Walsh

"This is 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot and 11% Cabernet Franc. 55% new oak. This vintage puts me in mind of the mighty 2020; that sort of depth and concentration, though it has some of the acid cut of 2021 in the mix too. Winemaker Phil Brodie says 2024 was a dry vintage, and warm too, with small bunches and lower crop levels. Said it could have gone too ripe, but they walked through the vineyards on a daily basis, tasting and testing, and they picked it when they thought it was just right. When I think about NZ wine, at the top of the tree, I have Kumeu for Chardonnay, Bilancia for Shiraz (and sometimes Chardonnay!), and Te Mata for Cabernet. A trio of meticulous producers who regularly deliver that little bit extra. The one percenters, if you like. Deep dark wine, black and red fruit, chocolate and ironstone, some creamy and spicy cedar oak, dried flowers, a light minty perfume, slight roasted red capsicum and pimento. It’s medium to full-bodied, crisp ‘mineral’ acidity, lavish graphite tannin, tobacco and nori, a fresh blackberry nip to it, brooding and ferrous, with a firm and savoury finish of superb length. An exceptional wine. It will keep, probably, for as long as you want to keep it, if you can keep your hands off it, that is. 97+/100"

100 // Wine Orbit

"This is a masterpiece, much like a great work of art. The bouquet shows cassis, dark plum, bouquet garni, baking spice, rich floral, and cedar characters. It’s concentrated with exceptional depth and mouth-coating texture, wonderfully framed by finely polished tannins. It’s perfectly proportioned and gracefully powerful, combining scintillating fruit purity with seductive complexity. The wine flows seamlessly to a persistent, structured finish."

Product Details

Red

2024

Cabernet Blend

Te Mata Estate

Hawkes Bay, New Zealand

10-15 Years

Cork

13.5%

750ml (Bottle)

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Description

Te Mata Estate 'Coleraine' Cabernet Merlot 2024 stands as an iconic representation of New Zealand’s premium red wines, heralded as the country’s most famous and prestigious vintage. Since its first release in 1982, Coleraine has earned a reputation that rivals the finest Bordeaux blends in the world, showcasing exceptional concentration, complexity, and elegance that define the highest standards of winemaking.

This exquisite Cabernet Merlot blend is crafted with meticulous care using grapes from New Zealand’s renowned Hawke’s Bay region, an area celebrated for its unique terroir and ideal climate that promote balanced ripening and intense flavor development. The 2024 vintage continues this tradition, delivering a wine that perfectly balances power with finesse, offering layered aromas of dark berries, subtle spice, and refined oak nuances.

On the palate, Coleraine 2024 impresses with its profound depth and structural harmony. The wine’s silky tannins and vibrant acidity provide a lasting finish, illustrating the complexity and elegance only found in the world’s finest wines. Its age-worthy potential ensures this blend will develop further sophistication over time, making it a prized choice for collectors and connoisseurs alike.

Recognized not only for its heritage but also its consistent quality, Te Mata Estate’s Coleraine remains a pinnacle of New Zealand winemaking. This vintage represents the culmination of decades of expertise, encapsulating the essence of the region and the artistry of the winemakers.

Experience a wine that embodies luxury, refinement, and tradition—a true testament to New Zealand’s ability to produce world-class red wines that stand shoulder to shoulder with the best internationally.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal

Palate:

Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Tasting Notes

Description

Te Mata Estate 'Coleraine' Cabernet Merlot 2024 stands as an iconic representation of New Zealand’s premium red wines, heralded as the country’s most famous and prestigious vintage. Since its first release in 1982, Coleraine has earned a reputation that rivals the finest Bordeaux blends in the world, showcasing exceptional concentration, complexity, and elegance that define the highest standards of winemaking.

This exquisite Cabernet Merlot blend is crafted with meticulous care using grapes from New Zealand’s renowned Hawke’s Bay region, an area celebrated for its unique terroir and ideal climate that promote balanced ripening and intense flavor development. The 2024 vintage continues this tradition, delivering a wine that perfectly balances power with finesse, offering layered aromas of dark berries, subtle spice, and refined oak nuances.

On the palate, Coleraine 2024 impresses with its profound depth and structural harmony. The wine’s silky tannins and vibrant acidity provide a lasting finish, illustrating the complexity and elegance only found in the world’s finest wines. Its age-worthy potential ensures this blend will develop further sophistication over time, making it a prized choice for collectors and connoisseurs alike.

Recognized not only for its heritage but also its consistent quality, Te Mata Estate’s Coleraine remains a pinnacle of New Zealand winemaking. This vintage represents the culmination of decades of expertise, encapsulating the essence of the region and the artistry of the winemakers.

Experience a wine that embodies luxury, refinement, and tradition—a true testament to New Zealand’s ability to produce world-class red wines that stand shoulder to shoulder with the best internationally.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal

Palate:

Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Te Mata Estate

Te Mata Estate was originally part of Te Mata Station which was established by English Immigrant, John Chambers in 1854. In 1892, John’s third son, Bernard Chambers planted vines on three parcels of hillside land above the homestead. There are now five vineyards, totalling 15 hectares.

For forty years, Te Mata Estate’s winemaker - John Buck, has produced a stunning array of red and white wines including Coleraine, Awatea, Bullnose Syrah, Elston Chardonnay, Cape Crest Sauvignon Blanc and Zara Viognier (released in 2009). In 2012 Te Mata Estate launched a collection of Syrah, Gamay Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc named Estate Vineyards. These wines are produced from their own vineyards produce the best qualities of their variety, vintage, and Hawke's Bay origin.

The range of slopes and changes in climate, mixed with low humidity and ample ultra-violet light, allows winemakers show off their skills. As the three main rivers of Hawke’s Bay have changed over thousands of years, they have left behind gravels, silt and sands which the young soils have derived from.

Today, Te Mata Estate is seen as one of New Zealand’s most important wine producers, making nearly 40,000 cases of premium wine annually exporting to over 42 countries.

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