As the crisp autumn air settles in and daylight savings grants us an extra hour to enjoy the evening, it’s the ideal time to unwind with a glass of fine wine. Autumn invites you to slow down, embrace the cozy ambiance, and enjoy the richness of the season – and what better way to complement this than with the robust, sophisticated reds from Trinity Hill?
At Trinity Hill, they craft Bordeaux-style red wines that offer a perfect balance of complexity and smooth elegance, making them an excellent choice for autumn evenings. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, indulging in a quiet night at home, or enjoying a leisurely stroll through the vineyard, Trinity Hill’s Bordeaux-style reds enhance any autumnal occasion.
Why Autumn is the Ideal Time for Bordeaux Red Wines?
Autumn heralds a beautiful transformation, with vibrant fall colours, crisp evenings, and the inviting warmth of hearty, comforting dishes. It’s the season when the lighter, more refreshing whites gracefully make way for the bold, complex reds that define autumn’s rich culinary landscape.
At Trinity Hill, there Bordeaux reds are the quintessential wine for this season. Their depth of flavour, woven with notes of dark fruit, spice, and earthy undertones, pairs effortlessly with autumnal favourites such as slow-roasted meats, earthy mushrooms, and root vegetables. The cooler temperatures create the perfect environment for the wine’s intricate character to fully unfold – a complexity that, while too intense in the summer heat, is perfectly suited to the milder, more contemplative months of autumn. Whether you’re enjoying a Trinity Hill Gimblett Gravels signature red blends or premium Single Vineyard Chardonnay , these wines offer the perfect balance of elegance and depth for the season.
Experience the Bold Elegance of Trinity Hill’s Bordeaux Red Wine Styles
At Trinity Hill, they take great pride in the Bordeaux-inspired red wines they craft. These wines are crafted from some of the finest grape varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot which thrive in the unique terroir of the Gimblett Gravels, Hawke’s Bay.
TRINITY HILL HAWKE’S BAY ‘THE TRINITY’ 2021 RRP $24.99
This red is predominantly a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, with smaller amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot adding further complexity and interest. Cherry/plum flavours and the suppleness of Merlot combine with the violet perfume and blackberry flavours of Cabernet Franc to produce a serious, yet eminently drinkable wine packed full of flavour and character. SHOP HERE
TRINITY HILL HAWKE’S BAY MERLOT RRP $24.99
Chocolate, plum, and blackberry aromas of Merlot have combined with the aromatic spice of oak aging to produce a fruit-dominant yet complex wine. Soft, ripe tannins make this wine serious yet eminently drinkable. It can be enjoyed with a wide range of different foods, particularly lamb and beef. SHOP HERE
TRINITY HILL GIMBLETT GRAVELS ‘THE GIMBLETT’ 2021 RRP $39.99
A beautiful violet fragrance precedes complex aromas of brambly blackcurrants and blackberries, intermingled with hints of dried herbs, fresh cedar, anise, sweet spices, vanilla, and toast. There is excellent concentration and purity of flavour on the palate with a vibrant core of black fruit flavour complimented with spice and savoury cedar notes. Fine-grained tannins and juicy acidity combine to produce a succulent, supple, textural wine with the structure and capacity to develop further complexity over the next 5-8 years. Drink from 2023 to 2030. SHOP HERE
TRINITY HILL SINGLE VINEYARD CABERNET SAUVGINON 2021
A youthful, dark purple/magenta colour paves way to intense aromas of ripe blackcurrants and cassis, an enticing floral perfume, plus hints of licorice, fresh cedar, and cocoa powder. The wine is dense and focused on the mouth, yet retains the elegance, structure, and restraint characteristic of great Cabernet Sauvignon. Plentiful, ripe tannins, cedary oak and succulent acidity frame the concentrated fruit to produce a multi-layered, textural palate with exquisite balance and an exceptionally long finish. SHOP HERE
Visit the Trinity Hill Cellar Door
There’s no better time to visit the Trinity Hill Cellar Door than during autumn. With the harvest behind Trinity Hill and the vineyard in its most serene phase, you can enjoy a peaceful visit and taste Trinity Hill’s Bordeaux reds in their perfect seasonal context. Trinity Hill’s knowledgeable staff are happy to guide you through a tasting of our Bordeaux-style wines, helping you select the perfect bottle to take home and enjoy as the days get shorter and the nights longer.
