Woodthorpe Hawkes Bay Te Mata Estate 2005
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Delivery time and price:
- Denmark: 1-2 days (39-49 DKK)
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- Netherlands: 2-4 days (15 EUR)
- Generally for EU countries: 2-5 days (15-25 EUR)
NOTE: There may be 1-2 days longer delivery time in remote areas.
Returns: You always have a 60-day right of return.
Woodthorpe Hawkes Bay Te Mata Estate 2005
The 2005 Woodthorpe Viognier is a white wine produced by Te Mata Estate, a winery that pioneered the cultivation of this grape variety in New Zealand. The wine originates from Woodthorpe, a large single vineyard situated on picturesque river terraces. This specific site holds a unique piece of local history, as it was home to the annual Woodthorpe horse races between 1863 and 1914.
Viognier is an aromatic white grape variety that traces its origins to the Rhône valley in France, and it is also frequently cultivated in regions such as California. While traditionally considered an exotic variety in New Zealand, it has found a solid footing under the care of Te Mata Estate.
The vineyard is located in Hawke's Bay on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. As the country's oldest and second-largest wine region, its viticultural history dates back to 1851 when French Marist missionaries planted the first vines. The area is characterized by a warm, maritime climate with abundant sunshine hours and a long growing season, sheltered by inland mountain ranges. This warmer climate provides optimal conditions for ripening grapes that require more heat. The local geography offers a great diversity of soils, ranging from coastal silt and limestone hills to river valleys and renowned alluvial gravel deposits.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Hawkes Bay
Hawke's Bay is located on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island and is the country's oldest as well as second largest wine region. The area is characterized by a warm, maritime climate with many hours of sunshine and a long growing season, which is protected by inland mountain ranges. The geography offers a great diversity of soils, ranging from coastal silt soils and limestone hills to river valleys and the famous alluvial gravel deposits, including the renowned sub-region Gimblett Gravels.
The region's wine history stretches back to 1851, when French Marist missionaries planted the first vines. Since then, Hawke's Bay has developed into one of New Zealand's most significant areas for wine production. In contrast to many of the country's cooler regions, the warmer climate here provides optimal conditions for ripening grapes that require more heat.
The wine tradition in Hawke's Bay is especially centered around the production of red wines and full-bodied white wines. The region is widely recognized as New Zealand's center for Bordeaux-inspired wines, where grape varieties such as Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon play a main role. In addition, the area has achieved great recognition for its wines based on Syrah as well as white wines made from Chardonnay.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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Storage
Store the bottle horizontally at 12–14°C and avoid direct sunlight, vibrations, and temperature fluctuations.
Opening
Allow the bottle to stand upright for 24–48 hours before opening to allow sediment to settle. Use a professional corkscrew and open carefully.
Enjoyment
Serve at 17–18°C and be patient – there is a great difference in how and how quickly wines open up when they are aerated.
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