Beautifully ripe and lifted, the bouquet shows dark berry, smoke game, toasted spice and almond characters. It’s succulent and supple on the palate with silky mouthfeel and fine-grained tannins, leading to a pleasing dry finish.
Attractively mature with appealing spicy/savoury nuances.
Sam Kim 91 points 4 1/2 stars
Michael Cooper 4 1/2 stars too!
Price range: $17.00 through $204.00
Estate Grown from a perfect growing season, aged in oak for a minimum of 12 months, then carefully aged to enhance the soft and generous flavours.
Dark cherries, blackberry, leather, dried fruits and pepper.
Rich and smooth, soft entry with full mouthfeel. Pepper and spice with dark ripe fruits. Balanced oak rich and pleasing with rich fruit lingering.
Rich chicken casserole.
deep red
13%
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Okahu Estate invites wine lovers to honour a remarkable legacy this New Year. It is with deep respect that we share the passing of our proprietor, Monty Knight, aged 80. A pioneer of far north winemaking, Monty devoted his life to championing the land, the people, and the philosophy of Okahu Estate. His passion lives on in every carefully crafted bottle.
To honour Monty’s life and work, the final releases from the Okahu cellar are now available in special New Year promotion packs. This is the last opportunity to secure our beautifully aged Okahu red wines—rare bottles shaped by decades of dedication, thoughtful vineyard stewardship, and an unwavering commitment to quality over quantity. Each glass tells a story of time, place, and quiet excellence.
These packs include a range of wines. Prefer your own selection? Custom 6 or 12 bottle packs are also available through our website.
These releases are more than a gift – they are a tribute. Join us in raising a glass to Monty Knight and the enduring legacy of Okahu Estate.
