Waipipi Red 2005
Produced By Waipipi Vineyard
Tasting Notes
Displays a red magenta colour with a nose of plums and blackcurrants. This follows onto medium tannins, plums and blackcurrant flavours. It has a long dry lingering finish.
Winemakers Notes
A blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Cabernet Franc and 32% Merlot, this wine was hand crafted and matured in French oak barriques.
Viticulture Notes
This is the ninth vintage from 12 year old vines.
Cellaring
Drinking well now or cellar for upto 3 years.
Technical Details
Vintage: 2005
Variety: Bordeaux Style
Region: Wairarapa
Released: November 2006
Alcohol: 13%
Waipipi Red 2005
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The herbal, almost minty aromas give way to a fairly light wine with elegant fruit flavours and soft tannins. An easy drinking wine that is for now.
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