Meet Elephant Hill’s Le Phant Rouge 2021 – a seriously good red wine blend from New Zealand. They’ve mixed Merlot, Syrah, Tempranillo, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc from three different spots – Te Awanga, Gimblett Gravels, and the Bridge Pa Triangle.
The 2021 vintage is top-notch, and they’ve let it hang out in French Oak for a year, making it bold and full-bodied. This wine is not lightweight – it’s got the goods to age for 6-8 years or more.
Now, onto the taste. Think juicy blackberries, plum, a bit of smokiness, spice, and a hint of pepper. Thanks to the Syrah and Merlot, it’s a big deal with a plush feel, and the Malbec adds some backbone. The Cabernets bring it all together, making the tannins and acidity just right.
This wine is a crowd-pleaser and can go with a fancy steak dinner or a laid-back Thai beef salad. Enjoy it now or let it chill until 2030. Elephant Hill knows its stuff, and this Le Phant Rouge is proof – it’s a bottle of top-notch quality and craftsmanship.
13.5% ABV.