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The Awa Awa Story

 

Awa Awa means ‘river gorge’ in Maori. When Maori arrived in New Zealand they settled in the

river valleys and along the coast where food was plentiful. Today, many of these areas have given

way to vineyards, producing outstanding premium New Zealand wine.

 

Winemaking

 

The 2012 season was cooler and damper than average. Fine, dry spells during April offered a reprieve and allowed us to hang our fruit out for extended ripening time.

 

This wine is produced from small parcels of premium grapes from selected vineyards. These food-friendly wines have good palate weight and are styled to bring out the true varietal character of the region.

 

Tasting Notes

 

Flavours of ripe, dark plums and cherries with white pepper, clove and dried herb aromas. Round and supple through the palate with a long fruit-driven finish and fine tannins.

 

Can be enjoyed now or cellared for up to 7-10 years from vintage date. Enjoy with red meat dishes – we recommend venison, beef and duck.

 

Technical Analysis at Bottling

 

pH: 3.6

TA:  5.0g/l

Alcohol: 13.5%

Residual Sugar:  1.3g/l

Winemaker: Alwyn Corban