BobsWineReviews.com - 2005 Reserve - 5 Stars

Puriri Hills Reserve Clevedon NZ 2005 - 95/100 An unusual blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Carmenere that might have existed in Bordeaux toward the end of the nineteenth century before phylloxera signalled the decline of Carmenere. This is a classy and exciting red from Clevedon's top producer. It's an intense wine with powerful berry and oak flavours together with subtle spice/anise and and wild herb influences. A wine of great elegance and potential. June 2007