Trinity Hill Wines
The philosophy behind Trinity Hill emphasizes quality rather than quantity—a philosophy that translates into exceptional wine. Taking advantage of the Hawkes Bay temperate, maritime climate, Trinity Hill employs a “winegrowing team” of expert winemakers and grape-growing staff to create superb vineyard sites and produce some of the world’s finest wines. It is said that great wine is made in the vineyard, and at Trinity Hill they produce distinctive wines of elegance that reflect the character of each vineyard site.
Winery Accolades
Tom Stevenson's award-winning wine guide, Wine Report 2008, touted as “the essential insider's guide to every major wine-growing region in the world,” features regional Top 10 lists. The New Zealand report by journalist and Master of Wine, Bob Campbell, showered Trinity Hill with recognition:
Greatest Quality Wines – Trinity Hill 2004 Homage Syrah (ranked first)
Greatest Wine Producers – Trinity Hill Wines (ranked seventh)
Most Exciting and Unusual – Trinity Hill 2005 Tempranillo (ranked eighth)
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Quick Facts
OWNER: John Hancock, Robert and Robyn Wilson, Trevor and Hanne Janes
WINEMAKER: John Hancock, Warren Gibson, Liam McElhinny, Michael Bell (Viticulturalist)
APPELLATION: Hawkes Bay
WEB SITE: http://www.trinityhill.co.nz
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Featured Wines
2002 Hawkes Bay Trinity
Blend: 44% Merlot, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc, 6% Syrah.
Bouquet: From the Syrah: blackberry and black pepper nuances; from the Merlot: leather and plum aromas; from the Cabernet Franc: the aromatic spice and red currant character; and the cassis from the Cabernet Sauvignon.
Palate: Blackberry, pepper, plum
Serving Suggestions: A wide variety of foods including meats, savory pasta dishes and cheese platters.Reviews and Awards
Champion Wine of the Show 2007 - Organised by New Zealand Winegrowers, the Air New Zealand Wine Awards is the country's most prestigious wine competition. Air New Zealand Wine Awards chair of judges, Steve Smith, Master of Wine (MW), said, “The Trinity Hill Homage Syrah 2006 can only be described as an iron fist in a velvet glove. It has extremely complex flavours which are simply fantastic, but it is not flamboyant or hard-hitting."
Fruitfed Supplies Champion Syrah Trophy - Air New Zealand Wine Awards 20072006 Hawkes Bay Sauvignon Blanc
Bouquet: Gooseberries, citrus, passionfruit, nectarine
Palate: Fresh and zingy with a fresh fruitiness. A mineral character lends a distinctly Sancerre-like style to the wine. The fresh acid is balanced by a tiny amount of retained sweetness. A modest alcohol level is a big plus for this style of wine.
Serving Suggestions: Serve lightly chilled with shellfish and seafood, Asian foods, new season's asparagus and goat's cheese.2006 Hawkes Bay Gimblett Gravels Syrah
Overall Impression: Ripe, concentrated, seductive.
Bouquet: Spicy black pepper, bright raspberry and blueberry.
Palate: Concentrated red fruit, pepper, spicy meat.
Serving Suggestions: Complements a wide range of cuisine, including aged, cured meats and savory winter meals.Reviews and Awards
Named Champion Shiraz/Syrah and Champion Red Wine at the Liquorland Top 100 International Wine Competition 2007. The Syrah bested over 500 wines and is the first New Zealand wine to win the coveted Shiraz/Syrah award in the 14-year history of this international competition. Until this year the trophy had gone to Australia.2004 Hawkes Bay Gimblett Gravels "The Gimblett"
Blend: 41% Cab. Sauv., 40% Merlot, 18% Cab. Franc, 1% Petit Verdot
Overall Impression: Complex, dense, and brooding.
Bouquet: Cassis, mulberry, plum, red currant, and violets.
Palate: Mixed berries, licorice, and leather.
Serving Suggestions: After generous decanting, this wine should be enjoyed in large glasses alongside
roasted meats, hearty stews and well aged cheeses.2006 Hawkes Bay Pinot Noir
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