Te Mata 2022 Coleraine, Hawkes Bay

Te Mata Estate, established in 1896 in Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand, is the country’s oldest winery in continuous operation. Nestled in the Havelock Hills near Te Mata Peak, it remains family-owned and is renowned for producing premium wines entirely from estate-grown fruit.

Key Wine Details

• Cabernet Sauvignon (56%), Merlot (32%), Cabernet Franc (12%)
• Site Selection: Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand
• Aging: 17 months in primarily new French Oak
• 14% abv
• 97 Points Vinous
• Drink Now through 2040

The Coleraine offers a deep, vibrant ruby hue and a beautifully layered bouquet of blackcurrant, plum, cedar, and graphite. On the palate, it’s richly structured yet graceful, with ripe tannins, bright acidity, and a long, polished finish. Hints of tobacco, dark chocolate, and subtle oak spice add complexity without overwhelming the fruit. Coleraine is a wine of precision and age-worthiness, an absolute must-try for serious collectors and enthusiasts.