{"title":"Craggy Range","description":"\u003ch1\u003e Buy or order Craggy Range wine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \nCraggy Range is named after the mountain range that shelters the vineyards. In 1997, the Peabody family from Australia started their business here. Although new to the industry, they were well-versed in wine. They wanted to produce Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, and red Bordeaux blends—the wines they enjoy drinking themselves. For their project, they connected with Steve Smith, the winemaker who became New Zealand's first Master of Wine. The Peabodies partnered with Smith, and in addition to his role as Managing Director, he is now also co-owner. The core philosophy is to produce only single-vineyard wines. Terroir is the guiding principle in selecting vineyards. The search is for the best soil and grape varietal combination. Aroha means love in the Maori language. This special Pinot Noir from the Prestige Collection comes from two special plots with rocky soil in the Te Muna vineyard. When the grapes reach the right ripeness, they are harvested entirely by hand. Sixty percent of the bunches are destemmed, and vinification takes place partly in open oak vats, the remainder in stainless steel barrels. Maturation takes place for 10 months in French oak barriques, 35% of which are new. The wine, bottled in a heavy bottle, has a ruby ​​red color and an aroma reminiscent of raspberries, cherries, cinnamon, and wet earth. The palate is rich and concentrated with fine tannins and a lingering finish.\u003cbr\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"craggy-range-sophia-gimbletts","title":"Craggy Range SOPHIA Gimbletts","description":"With Sophia, a wine from Craggy Range's Prestige Collection, Steve Smith creates a complex wine in the Bordeaux tradition. Gimblett's Gravels Vineyard, with its thick layers of stony soil, boasts soil that has been compared to the higher appellations in Bordeaux.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e New Zealand's best plots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nCraggy Range was founded around 1997. The philosophy was to select only the best parcels in New Zealand and then plant only grape varieties perfectly suited to the terroir. This made it the first winery in the Southern Hemisphere to adopt this approach. Craggy Range is one of the most advanced wineries ever built in New Zealand and is known for its high standards and meticulous craftsmanship. Over the years, the wines have become increasingly refined, acquiring depth and maturity.\n\n\n\n The Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Syrah from Craggy Range is a fascinating red wine blend of Merlot (62 percent), Cabernet Sauvignon (19 percent), Cabernet Franc (18 percent) and Petit Verdot (1 percent) and presents itself in a glass in a dark garnet red.\n\n\n \nThe various grape varieties all come from the Hawke's Bay region. The grapes are harvested and selected with great care. The grapes are pressed in the cellar, and the mash is then fermented in a stainless steel tank. This is followed by eighteen months of aging in French oak barrels. This dry red wine from New Zealand is a real treat with beef tenderloin with red wine sauce and mashed potatoes, rack of lamb with rosemary potatoes, or with liver and steamed onions.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The aromas and taste of Craggy Range SOPHIA Gimbletts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The wine is a dark garnet red. The expressive bouquet is enhanced by notes of blackberry, cassis, and cocoa—accompanied by oaky notes. This red wine is opulent on the palate without being overpowering, boasting a body with sweet fruit and caramelized nuances. The fine tannins are perfectly woven into the dense texture. The excellent length on the finish completes this unforgettable New Zealand wine.","brand":"Cordier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775756079183,"sku":"4545","price":89.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/sophia-gimblett-s-gravels-vineyard_4545.webp?v=1770046300"},{"product_id":"craggy-range-syrah","title":"Craggy Range Syrah","description":"This Syrah is made in the style of the Syrah in the Northern Rhône. (Hence this spelling.) The Gimblett Gravels Vineyard is very well suited for growing this variety.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Craggy Range's unique working method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n Craggy Range was founded around 1997. The philosophy was to select only the best parcels in New Zealand and then plant only grape varieties perfectly suited to the terroir. This made it the first winery in the Southern Hemisphere to adopt this approach.\n\n\n \nThe Syrah grapes for this red wine come from the Hawke's Bay region. The Gimblett Gravels Winegrowing District was created by a flood in 1876 when the Ngaruroro River changed course, leaving behind a gravelly landscape. The area is a place of warmth, stone, and sandy alluvial soils. This unique combination, along with other climatic factors such as sunshine, humidity, and rainfall, means the gravel retains heat and leads to optimal ripening for Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The stylistic characteristics of red wines from this vineyard are richness, ripeness, and elegance, with a characteristic fine, dusty tannic finish.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Careful harvest and selection of the Syrah grapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n After careful selection and curing of the grapes, they are gently destemmed and pressed in the cellar. Vinification took place in stainless steel vats, followed by aging in French oak barrels for 17 months; 22 percent of the barrels were new.\n\n\n \nThe Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Syrah from Craggy Range is a single-varietal New Zealand red wine with a strong purple color in the glass. The bouquet is carried by spicy berry aromas—boysenberry, freshly ground pepper, and anise are prominent. The aromas on the nose are supported by fresh herbs. The palate also enjoys juicy red berries. The body is perfectly balanced and harmonizes beautifully with the subtle acidity. The tannins are accompanied by a mineral note. The finish is wonderfully long and dry.","brand":"Cordier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775754309711,"sku":"4546","price":31.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/syrah-gimblett-gravels-vineyard-craggy-range_4546.webp?v=1770046301"},{"product_id":"craggy-range-chardonnay","title":"Craggy Range Chardonnay","description":"The Chardonnay in the Kidnappers vineyard grows on clay and loam soil. This subsoil, combined with careful clone selection, allows the grapes to develop very pure, cool Chardonnay flavors.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The Craggy Range family history\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nIn 1993, Terry Peabody and his wife, Mary, decided they wanted to create a family legacy that could be passed on to future generations. They decided to establish a wine estate somewhere in the world, their desire stemming from the family's love of fine wine. There was one stipulation: Terry didn't want to buy into an existing vineyard, but rather select bare-earth, untouched land to ensure quality from the outset.\n\n\n\n Their search for a winery began, traditionally enough, in France and America, and then expanded to Australia. An opportunity then led Terry to the edge of the world—to New Zealand—a land of mountains, fire, and ice. Here, he saw potential he hadn't seen elsewhere: the country's exceptional climate, its rich agricultural history, and the pioneering spirit of its people.\n\n\n \nThe Chardonnay grapes come from the Kidnappers Vineyard, located on the coast of Hawke's Bay in Te Awange. Spring and autumn here are warm and sunny, and summer is tempered by cooling sea breezes. It's the ideal location for developing intense Chardonnay flavors. This ultimately results in a wine with enhanced aromas and a delicious finish.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Nine months of maturation for the Craggy Range Chardonnay\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The harvest is 60 percent manual, with a yield of 53 hl\/ha. Vinification took place partially in stainless steel vats, the remainder in barriques, 10 percent of which were new. This was followed by nine months of aging. The wine has a pale gold color. Aromas of honey and fresh citrus, and a slightly minerally flavor with a hint of melon.","brand":"Cordier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775757029455,"sku":"4547","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/chardonnay-kidnappers-vineyard-craggy-range_4547.webp?v=1770046303"},{"product_id":"craggy-range-sauvignon-blanc-te-muna","title":"Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc Te Muna","description":"The Sauvignon Blanc from the Te Muna vineyard grows in soils with stones and limestone. Te Muna means \"the secret\" in the Maori language. And it's a secret worth sharing, because what a delicious white wine from Craggy Range.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The philosophy of Craggy Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n Craggy Range was founded around 1997. The philosophy was to select only the best parcels in New Zealand and then plant only grape varieties perfectly suited to the terroir. This made it the first winery in the Southern Hemisphere to adopt this approach.\n\n\n \nThe Te Muna Road Vineyard is located approximately seven kilometers outside the township of Martinborough. The vineyard comprises two distinct terraces; the upper terrace consists of very old, stony, clay-infused soils, perfect for Pinot Noir. The lower terrace of younger stony soils interwoven with limestone provides an excellent environment for Sauvignon Blanc. Martinborough's cooler climate ensures the wine is aromatic with a steely minerality, while the rocky soils enhance the intensity of the fruit. The region's warm, dry summers and mild winters have resulted in complex and structured wines with subtle aromas and an elegant finish.\n\n\n \nThis also applies to this delicious Sauvignon Blanc. It sparkles in the glass with a lemon-yellow color and greenish hues. The grapes are harvested by hand, then carefully pressed and fermented in a stainless steel tank. Finally, the wine is aged on fine lees for a total of four months in used French barriques.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e What does Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc taste like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The delightful bouquet unfolds with aromas of nectarine, green apple, honeysuckle, lime, and nettle. This New Zealand white wine is opulent and complex on the palate. A lively acidity and tropical fruit lead to a long, mineral finish. Enjoy this dry New Zealand white wine with seafood, oysters, grilled vegetables, or grilled sea bream.","brand":"Cordier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775913922639,"sku":"4548","price":20.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/craggy-range-sauvignon-blanc-te-muna-road-vineyard_4548.webp?v=1770046330"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-craggy-range.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}