SQM Merlot/Malbec is a red produced by Squawking Magpie in Gimblett Gravels, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand. Made from Merlot and Malbec. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Gimblett Gravels
Region: Hawke's Bay
Country: New Zealand
Tasting profile (AI-generated)
Structure: full-bodied, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry
A robust Bordeaux-style red blend from the Gimblett Gravels, one of New Zealand's warmest and most gravelly sites, known for producing structured, ripe reds. Expect dark plum and blackcurrant fruit layered with cedar, dried herbs and a touch of chocolate, backed by firm but approachable tannins. This is a food-friendly, full-bodied wine built for hearty dishes rather than delicate ones.
When to drink
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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.
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.
More wines
From Squawking Magpie
- Grand Gimblett Cabernet Sauvignon — Squawking Magpie, Gimblett Gravels
- SQM Cabernets - Merlot — Squawking Magpie, Hawke's Bay
- SQM Cabernets/Merlot — Squawking Magpie, Gimblett Gravels
- SQM Merlot - Malbec — Squawking Magpie, Hawke's Bay
- SQM Syrah — Squawking Magpie, Hawke's Bay
- Squawking Magpie — Squawking Magpie, Hawke's Bay
More red wines from Hawke's Bay
- Enigma — Clearview Estate Winery, Hawke's Bay
- Estate Old Olive Block — Clearview Estate Winery, Hawke's Bay
- Gimblett Gravels Te Kahu — Craggy Range, Hawke's Bay
- Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Te Kahu — Craggy Range, Gimblett Gravels
Frequently asked questions
Where is SQM Merlot/Malbec from?
SQM Merlot/Malbec is produced by Squawking Magpie in Gimblett Gravels, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand.
What grapes are in SQM Merlot/Malbec?
SQM Merlot/Malbec is a blend of Merlot and Malbec.