2019 Rod McDonald Quarter Acre Section Merlot Cabernet

92 Points Bob Campbell MW
In stock
Made by legendary winemaker Rod McDonald, this Merlot-Cabernet is generous and enjoyable. whatever the vintage, it offers a beautifully styled palate of dark red fruits and toasty spices. Everything you could want from a Hawkes Bay red. Try this!
$32.99 in mixed 6+ or $36.99 per bottle

Grape

69% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Malbec + 3% Cabernet Franc

Its Origins

Rod McDonald earned his chops over thirteen years in Hawkes Bay, nine of them with Villa Maria’s Vidal’s Estate. On the back of winning New Zealand Winemaker of the Year in 2006 Rod went out on his own, consulting for other wineries and starting his own somewhat rambling portfolio of brands, most of which are gaining significant recognition in their respective categories. The ‘Te Awanga’ range is sourced from the ‘home’ vineyards, located at the cellar door site. ‘Quarter Acre’ is a step up into single vineyard wines exploring sub-regional terroir. With beautiful wine styling as well as obvious advantages in sourcing quality juice, the confidence and swagger of Rod McDonald wines seems to be nothing if not justified.

What The Critics Say

92/100 Bob Campbell MW

"Merlot-dominant blended red. Elegant red with black cherry, cassis, floral/violet/red rose and spicy oak flavours. Accessible now but no rush. 30 NOV 2022." Drink 2022 - 2028

Variety Merlot
Region Hawkes Bay
Closure Cap
Volume 750ml
Alcohol 13.00%
Maturity 2022 - 2028

This Wine Goes Well With

with BBQ
with GAME
with LAMB

Taste

3

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