Stonehaven Limited Vineyard Release Padthaway Montepulciano 2025

Montepulciano is one of those late arrivals from Italy and it seems to be showing more promise than many of the varieties which have made the transition. It is proving to be responsible for some delightful wines, chock full of flavour. From the Padthaway region, this is purple/magenta in colour. It offers an alluring nose with notes of florals, blueberries, cassis and plums. The wine is quite juicy and appealing. There is good freshness, the texture is supple and sleek, and the wine is of medium length. It will probably work best for early drinking, the next two to four years looking ideal.