Villa Maria Ngakirikiri Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 (750ml) Illinois but with a chalky

but with a chalky

The name possibly comes from Cul (like a Cul-du-Sac

Wine Advocate (Nov 2021)

Vineyards average age: 45 years

Villa Maria Ngakirikiri Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 (750ml) Illinois but with a chalkyNgakirikiri in M? ori, refers to the unique gravel soils that define the Hawkes Bay, Gimblett Gravels growing appellation, a befitting name for this stony Hawkes Bay vineyard sited on what was an ancient riverbed. The Gimblett Gravels sub region is a majestic site with a reputation for beautiful and thought provoking wines. This Villa Maria flagship wine is only made when exceptionally rare conditions produce truly outstanding wines for consideration.