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Craggy Range Sophia 2016 Wine Review

Craggy Range Sophia 2016

Craggy Range Sophia 2016

Gimblett Gravels, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand

Community Score:90/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $73.95

Drink: 2019-2022

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Craggy Range

Agent: Select Wine Merchants Inc.

Natalie's Score: 90/100

Tannic grip so give it cellar time then decant 1-2 hours. Loaded with savoury black fruit, smoke and mystery. Pair with a rare steak.

This Craggy Range Sophia 2016 was reviewed on May 14, 2019 by Natalie MacLean

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Pricing & Stock Information

  • BCLDB
  • 44263
  • $80.00 
  • Check Stock
  • AGLC
  • 720707
  • $69.00

Reviews and Ratings

Christian Marcoux rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

Craggy Range “Sophia” Merlot Gimblett Gravel Hawke’s Bay 2016, reveals flavors of black cherry, blueberry, bay leaf, new leather, chocolate and cedar. Amazing tannins for a Merlot. The fruit are present, but not jammy; the finish is lingering, assisted by great balance. Enjoy. Tasted at New-Zealand Wine Pure Discovery, May 2019.

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