A pleasing nose dominated by sweet dark fruits with white pepper, cedar and vanilla. Sweet black Doris plums and raspberries fill the mouth and are nicely matched with medium weight and fleshy texture. Fine elegant tannins are evenly layered with dark fruit and well integrated oak. Raspberry and spice linger on the finish.

Established in 1916 by Croatian immigrant Josip Babich, Babich Wines is New Zealand’s oldest family-owned winery, renowned for its commitment to sustainability and stylistic finesse. With vineyards spanning Marlborough, Hawke’s Bay, and Auckland, Babich crafts a diverse portfolio—from the flagship Patriarch red blend to crisp, organic Sauvignon Blancs. Their Irongate vineyard in Gimblett Gravels is especially prized, producing elegant Chardonnays and Bordeaux-style reds. Three generations in, Babich continues to blend tradition with innovation, earning global acclaim while staying rooted in family values.