Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Destiny Bay
Label Name:
 
Mystae (aged Release)
Vintage:
 
2013
Country:
 
New Zealand
Region:
 
Waiheke Island (Auckland)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot
Method:
 
Hand-harvested fruit fermented in small batches; matured 10–15 months in 50% French and 50% American oak (c.60% new, 40% 1–2 year); minimally filtered and bottle‑aged prior to release.
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
15-18
Tasting Note:
 
Crimson with violet edges. Aromas of blackcurrant, licorice, graphite and cedar. Full-bodied palate of dark plum, dark chocolate, golden‑syrup oak and savory spice, with polished, persistent tannins and a long, perfumed finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: grilled ribeye, roast lamb, braised short ribs, aged cheddar. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi/galbi), Cantonese roasted duck, beef rendang, rich noodle dishes.
Vineyard Info:
 
Small, high‑quality estate on Waiheke Island producing Bordeaux-style blends; limited production, sustainably managed and focused on long‑ageing Cabernet blends.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Notable scores for the 2013 release include James Suckling 98/100, Bob Campbell MW ~97/100 and Robert Parker's Wine Advocate ~92/100