Gimblett Gravels Te Kahu is a red produced by Craggy Range in Hawke's Bay, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand. Made from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 4 vintages; members see when each one is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Hawke's Bay
Region: Hawke's Bay
Country: New Zealand
Grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Tasting profile (AI-generated)
Structure: medium-bodied, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry
Te Kahu is Craggy Range's Bordeaux-style blend from the stony Gimblett Gravels, typically led by merlot and cabernet sauvignon with cabernet franc and sometimes malbec in the mix. Expect a medium-bodied red with ripe blackcurrant and plum fruit, savoury herb and cedar notes, and smooth, approachable tannins that make it easy to enjoy on release. It's a reliable, food-friendly everyday red rather than a big age-worthy statement wine.
When to drink
Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 4 vintages of Gimblett Gravels Te Kahu. Sign up free to see when each one is ready.
Where it comes from
Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Hawke's Bay is a warm coastal region on the east side of New Zealand's North Island and one of the country's oldest and most versatile wine areas.
Merlot
Merlot is a red grape from Bordeaux, one of the world's most planted varieties, valued for its softness, generosity and its role as a blending partner to Cabernet Sauvignon.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon is a red grape born in Bordeaux from a natural crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc, and it has become the most planted premium red variety on the planet, the backbone of countless…
Malbec
Malbec is a red grape from southwest France, historically tied to Cahors, but it found worldwide fame after taking root in Argentina, which is now its spiritual home.
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Franc is a red grape grown in both Bordeaux and the Loire Valley, and is one of the parent grapes of Cabernet Sauvignon.
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- Le Sol — Craggy Range, Gimblett Gravels
- Riesling Te Muna Road Vineyard — Craggy Range, Martinborough
- Sauvignon Blanc Martinborough — Craggy Range, Martinborough
- Single Vineyard Syrah Gimblett Gravels Vineyard — Craggy Range, Gimblett Gravels
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- Enigma — Clearview Estate Winery, Hawke's Bay
- Jewelstone Antoine — Mission Estate Winery, Gimblett Gravels
- Old Olive Block — Clearview Estate Winery, Hawke's Bay
Frequently asked questions
Where is Gimblett Gravels Te Kahu from?
Gimblett Gravels Te Kahu is produced by Craggy Range in Hawke's Bay, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand.
What grapes are in Gimblett Gravels Te Kahu?
Gimblett Gravels Te Kahu is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.