The 2023 Te Mata Coleraine Cabernet Merlot Wooden Boxed Magnum (1500ml) is one of New Zealand’s most iconic and collectible fine wines, presented in a premium wooden gift box and produced only in exceptional vintages. Crafted in Hawke’s Bay from a classic Bordeaux-style blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc, it delivers remarkable depth, structure and elegance. The nose is intensely perfumed with cassis, blackberry and dark plum layered alongside graphite, tobacco, dried herbs, cocoa and subtle cedar oak.
On the palate, it is full-bodied yet beautifully refined, with concentrated dark fruit, seamless tannins and vibrant acidity creating exceptional balance and longevity. Complex savoury notes, mineral tension and fine oak integration lead to a powerful, sophisticated and extraordinarily long finish. Widely regarded as New Zealand’s greatest red wine, Coleraine combines prestige, collectability and world-class ageing potential in a truly iconic release.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is a flagship cellar-worthy Cabernet blend and one of the Southern Hemisphere’s benchmark fine wines. The magnum format and wooden presentation box make it ideal for collectors, gifting and long-term ageing. Best paired with premium beef, lamb or special occasion dining. Drink now with decanting or cellar confidently for 15–25+ years.
