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SQUAWKING MAGPIE THE CHATTERER MERLOT / CABERNET / MALBEC 2023

Delicious Hawkes Bay Red

Product Code: 2370
Country: New Zealand
Region: Hawkes Bay
Sub Region: Gimblett Gravels
Style: Red
Variety: Cabernet / Merlot Blend
Producer: Squawking Magpie

Closure: Screw Cap
Unit: Each
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol: 13.5%
Grape: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec

Original price was: $30.99.Current price is: $23.99.

Delicious Hawkes Bay Red

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94+/100 Top Rated Red Blend – Andrew Caillard MW – Gimblett Gravels Annual Vintage Selection 2023

When It Comes to Wine, Vintage Matters, And So Does Opportunity…

Many of you will remember the devastating cyclone that swept through Hawke’s Bay in 2023, leaving winemakers facing tough decisions in its aftermath. For Squawking Magpie, that meant opting not to produce their flagship wines – an extraordinary decision that speaks volumes about their commitment to quality.

Instead, the best fruit usually destined for their top-tier labels was declassified into their more accessible range. And that’s exactly what you’re getting here in The Chatterer.

But don’t be fooled by the label, this is no ‘lesser’ wine. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. The 2023 Chatterer offers a level of quality and sophistication rarely seen at this price point. So much so, it’s already caught the eye of leading critic Andrew Caillard MW, who named it as one of just six wines in the highly respected Gimblett Gravels Annual Selection 2023.

A blend of 64% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 14% Malbec, matured for 18 months in premium French oak, this wine shows serious pedigree. Expect a structure and savouriness reminiscent of old-school Bordeaux, layered with the hallmark dusty tannins and dark fruit of Gimblett Gravels.

This is a rare opportunity to enjoy top-level Hawke’s Bay red at a fraction of the usual price – exceptional value, with a great story in the bottle.

Winery Notes (2023 Vintage)
“This wine is deep in colour with a layered fragrant nose of ripe plum and cassis with lifted vanilla, cedar and tobacco notes. The palate has a rich velvet texture with excellent structure, ripe black fruits and cassis flavours with a long full finish. Barrel aged for 18 months.”

Andrew Caillard MW (2023 Vintage)
“Medium deep crimson. Red cherry, red plum, cassis aromas with marzipan, roasted walnut notes. Supple and well concentrated with ample red and dark berry fruits, attractive mid-palate volume and sinuous grainy/ cedar tannins. Builds up claret firm with black olive, dark chocolate notes.”

We provide a door to door delivery service nationwide. Delivery charges are calculated on a 12 bottle case or part there of.

Delivery charges are calculated during the checkout process based off your address post code. Please ensure you choose the correct post code. We will advise you if you have chosen the incorrect post code.

You may also choose to 'pick up' your order from our wine shop at 188 Durham Street South, Christchurch.

For further details on prices and delivery options please go to the Delivery & Returns section of our site.

If for any reason you are not entirely happy with your order or you suspect that it may be affected by a quality issue, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will remedy the problem straight away. Contact us on (03) 3655134.

Note, for orders of 1 - 2 bottles we charge an additional $6 for packaging. To ensure the safety of the bottles we use specially designed posting boxes.

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Squawking Magpie wines originate from the renowned Gimblett Gravels region in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand. The region is renowned for its exceptional terroir, characterised by gravelly soils and a warm, maritime climate.

With every bottle, Squawking Magpie captures the essence of the region and showcases the unique characteristics of the grape varieties grown there. The winery's commitment to quality and craftsmanship is evident in every drop.

Squawking Magpie wines offer a diverse portfolio, featuring both red and white varietals. The red wines, such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah, display intense flavours, rich textures, and elegant structures. They exhibit notes of dark fruits, spice, and subtle oak nuances.

The white wines, including Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, reflect the region's cool-climate influences. These wines are vibrant, aromatic, and exhibit refreshing acidity. Expect tropical fruit flavours, citrus zest, and mineral undertones.

With their expressive character and impeccable balance, Squawking Magpie wines have garnered critical acclaim along with numerous awards, and are sought after by wine enthusiasts worldwide. They embody the spirit of Gimblett Gravels, showcasing the region's ability to produce exceptional wines that exhibit elegance and finesse and truly stand out.

Squawking Magpie takes great pride in having Jenny Dobson, also known as The Red Queen, as the mastermind behind their wine. Not only is she one of New Zealand's finest winemakers, but she has also achieved the remarkable distinction of being the very first female winemaker in Bordeaux, France. Jenny's career has been marked by a trailblazing spirit, paving the way for countless other women in the winemaking industry worldwide.