98 Points
98 Points
95+ Points

Te Mata Coleraine 2023

SKU: TMCO202310 UCNZ

~~$164.99~~ $149.99

Unit price: per

5.0 (2)

Te Mata Coleraine 2023 is a flagship wine from New Zealand’s renowned Te Mata Estate, showcasing the estate’s commitment to producing world-class Bordeaux-style blends with a distinctive Kiwi twist.

This vintage offers a deep, complex flavor profile with layers of dark fruit, cassis, and subtle earthy notes, complemented by integrated oak and fine tannins, making it a wine of exceptional depth and character.

With its robust structure and balance, Te Mata Coleraine 2023 is poised for aging, allowing it to develop further complexity and refinement over the next decade, making it a worthy investment for collectors.

Critic Scores

98 // Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

"98/100 RobertParker.com, Erin Larkin "The elevation in all aspects of this wine from the already tremendously impressive Awatea is significant. Here, the tannins have a finer grain, the fruit is more persistent and the package is far more integrated and seamless. With raspberry, iodine, crushed shells, nori, pressed flowers, new lead pencil, tobacco, bramble and cassis, it is magnificent. Raw cocoa and the gentle and subtle creep of game/gristle/blood and sweet marrow indicate its direction later in life. I love this wine. I think I write that every time I taste it. The 2023 Coleraine comprises 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc. This cuvée is not made to a recipe, rather as a selection of the best from each vintage. In 2023, due to the weather induced by Cyclone Gabrielle, which landed in early February (the second or third), the strongest performer was the Cabernet Sauvignon due to bunch architecture, small berries, thick skins and, in this case, the low-vigor rootstocks and the chicory in between the rows. Te Mata invests heavily into research and development in the vineyards, which really assists in a vintage like 2023, which imposes challenges. 13.5% alcohol, sealed under natural cork." Drink 2024 - 2043"

98 // Sam Kim

"“Stunning bouquet ... engaging and captivating. The palate exhibits immense concentration and presence, superbly enhanced by silky texture and layers of chalky tannins. The acidity is perfectly pitched and provides freshness to this long-living wine. A wine of meticulous precision and undeniable sophistication.""

95+ // Gary Walsh

""I’ve tasted every vintage of Coleraine ever made. The acid line in this wine puts me in mind of the 2021. Blackcurrant, essence of Cabernet thing here, dried herbs (thyme) and nori, tobacco, pencil, liquorice/aniseed… with a very long finish. Wonderful perfume. I’m spending a lot of time thinking about this wine, about where it will go, and where it sits in the pantheon of Te Mata Coleraine, and the upshot is, ‘up’.""

Product Details

Red

2023

Cabernet Blend

Te Mata Estate

Hawkes Bay, New Zealand

15 Plus Years

Cork

13.5%

750ml (Bottle)

Available for Purchase

Estimated dispatch from Warehouse: Wednesday, April 09, 2025

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Description

Te Mata Coleraine 2023 is a celebrated example of New Zealand’s ability to craft exceptional Bordeaux-style blends, reflecting the expertise and heritage of the Te Mata Estate. This vintage displays a deep, inky color and opens with an inviting bouquet of ripe blackcurrants, plums, and a hint of tobacco, followed by nuanced aromas of cedar and graphite. The palate reveals a rich tapestry of dark fruit flavors intertwined with elegant notes of chocolate and spice, all supported by a well-structured framework of fine, velvety tannins.
The 2023 vintage is distinguished by its impressive depth and complexity, embodying the hallmark characteristics of a classic Bordeaux blend while showcasing the unique attributes of New Zealand terroir. The wine’s balanced acidity and robust structure ensure that it will age gracefully, evolving and maturing beautifully over time. Te Mata Coleraine 2023 pairs beautifully with hearty dishes such as roast lamb, beef Wellington, or aged cheeses, and promises a rewarding experience for both current enjoyment and future cellaring.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal

Palate:

Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Tasting Notes

Description

Te Mata Coleraine 2023 is a celebrated example of New Zealand’s ability to craft exceptional Bordeaux-style blends, reflecting the expertise and heritage of the Te Mata Estate. This vintage displays a deep, inky color and opens with an inviting bouquet of ripe blackcurrants, plums, and a hint of tobacco, followed by nuanced aromas of cedar and graphite. The palate reveals a rich tapestry of dark fruit flavors intertwined with elegant notes of chocolate and spice, all supported by a well-structured framework of fine, velvety tannins.

The 2023 vintage is distinguished by its impressive depth and complexity, embodying the hallmark characteristics of a classic Bordeaux blend while showcasing the unique attributes of New Zealand terroir. The wine’s balanced acidity and robust structure ensure that it will age gracefully, evolving and maturing beautifully over time. Te Mata Coleraine 2023 pairs beautifully with hearty dishes such as roast lamb, beef Wellington, or aged cheeses, and promises a rewarding experience for both current enjoyment and future cellaring.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal

Palate:

Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

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