{"product_id":"copy-of-te-mata-estate-coleraine","title":"Te Mata Estate Coleraine","description":"\u003cp\u003eWidely considered New Zealand’s greatest red, Te Mata Estate Coleraine is a benchmark Bordeaux-style blend of breathtaking poise and longevity. From the famed Havelock Hills, it embodies purity, precision and power — a true icon of New Zealand winemaking, crafted to captivate both connoisseurs and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes \u0026amp; Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegal and brilliant magenta in hue, Coleraine unveils an intricate perfume of blackcurrant, raspberry, espresso and cedar lifted by floral and smoky notes. The palate is intensely concentrated, woven with dark berry fruit, fine tannins and savoury depth. Elegant, sculptured and seemingly endless, it lingers with finesse and grandeur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Te Mata Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cabernet Sauvignon 80 %, Merlot 15 %, Cabernet Franc 5 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750 ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther:\u003c\/strong\u003e Estate-grown; matured 17 months in French oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1982, Coleraine has been the crown jewel of Te Mata Estate, New Zealand’s oldest winery. Named for the Buck family’s ancestral home in Northern Ireland, it unites select parcels from the Havelock Hills in a blend that epitomises balance and longevity. Hand-harvested and gently fermented, it matures in new French oak for over a year, developing a seamless marriage of purity, texture and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColeraine stands as a touchstone for New Zealand fine wine — powerful yet refined, capable of graceful cellaring for decades. It captures the essence of Hawke’s Bay terroir: maritime freshness, stony soils, and meticulous craftsmanship, yielding a wine of international acclaim and enduring prestige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecognition \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUniversally celebrated, Coleraine continues to define the pinnacle of New Zealand red wine, earning exceptional praise from leading critics worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100\/100 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e - Sam Kim (2024 vintage)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98\/100 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e - James Suckling (2024 vintage)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98\/100 Points \u0026amp; 5 Stars\u003c\/strong\u003e - Huon Hooke, The Real Review (2024 vintage)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97+\/100 Points \u003c\/strong\u003e- Gary Walsh, The Wine Front (2024 vintage)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97\/100 Points \u0026amp; 5 Stars\u003c\/strong\u003e - Stephen Wong, The Real Review (2024 vintage)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e98\/100 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e – Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate (2023 vintage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e98\/100 Points \u0026amp; 5 Stars\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sam Kim, Wine Orbit (2023 vintage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96\/100 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e – Gary Walsh, The Wine Front (2023 vintage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96\/100 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e – James Suckling (2023 vintage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96\/100 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mike Bennie, The Wine Front (2023 vintage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95\/100 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e – Gary Walsh, The Wine Front (2023 vintage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 Stars\u003c\/strong\u003e – Michael Cooper, NZ Listener (2023 vintage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch acclaim confirms Coleraine’s unrivalled status as a world-class Cabernet blend — refined, commanding, and utterly timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTe Mata Coleraine’s layered cassis, cedar and dark-cherry richness finds its perfect counterpart in a dry-aged ribeye or herb-crusted roast lamb, where its fine tannins cut through savoury depth. Earthy dishes like venison or mushroom ragù echo its espresso and tobacco nuances, while aged cheddar or nutty Gouda accentuate its elegant, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Gifting or Sipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn icon of craftsmanship and heritage, Te Mata Coleraine transcends generations — an exceptional gift for collectors and a centrepiece for life’s most memorable occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFast, Secure NZ-Wide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder online for fast NZ delivery. Lovingly packed with a selection of stylish packaging and a personal message option to complete the perfect gift.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Te Mata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44950526427381,"sku":"1002122","price":168.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0128\/9499\/4522\/files\/Te-Mata-Estate-Coleraine-750ml.png?v=1746585433","url":"https:\/\/cove27.co.nz\/products\/copy-of-te-mata-estate-coleraine","provider":"COVE 27","version":"1.0","type":"link"}