Our Wines - Brookfields Vineyards

Brookfields 'XMAS BBQ 6-Pack'

Wine Pack:(3 x Mixed Summer Wines) Region:Hawke's Bay Volume:(6 x 750ml bottles)

Pack Details:
This Special 'Xmas BBQ' 6-pack contains: *(while stocks last)

2 x Brookfields ‘Fiesta' Hawke’s Bay Rosé 2020
2 x Brookfields ‘Bergman’ H.B. Chardonnay 2019
2 x Brookfields ‘Robertson’ Hawke’s Bay Pinot Gris 2020

Cellaring:
All are dinking well now and ready for sharing this xmas-summer season.

Food Pairing:
This is a dynamic range of vibrant wines ideal to pair with festive, summer flavours & cuisine - plus sharing with family & friends.
'Ohiti Estate' Sauvignon Blanc 2019

Varietal:100% Sauvignon Blanc Region:Hawke's Bay Volume:750ml

Tasting Note:
Fresh passion-fruit, gooseberry, melon and lime best describe the 2019 ‘Ohiti Estate’ Sauvignon Blanc. The hot vintage ensured that ripeness was readily achieved, and the wine reflects the season. The 2019 Sauvignon Blanc is a light straw colour with a firm alcohol and made in a dry style. This ‘Ohiti Estate’ Sauvignon Blanc is typically Hawke’s Bay in style with its ripe generous flavours and lingering finish - it is a delight!

Cellaring:
Drinking now, and over the next 18-20 months.

Food Pairing:
Ideal with pan fried Gurnard with a slice of lemon and mixed green salad.
'Fiesta' Rosé 2020

Varietal:Syrah Region:Hawke's Bay Volume:750ml

Tasting Note:
The 2020 ‘Fiesta’ Rosé is a celebration for the senses - Fiesta is a derivative of feast / festival. It is synonymous with the enjoyment of wine and food. The 2020 ‘Fiesta’ Rose is an enticing light salmon pink colour which is full of ripe strawberries and rose petal flavours with a hint of peach. While it is dry (4g/L residual sugar), it is equally luscious on the palate and ideal for any festive occasion.

Cellaring:
Drinking well now, and over the next 18 months.

Food Pairing:
Ideal pairing with prawns, sushi / sashimi, salmon and summer salads.
'Robertson' Pinot Gris 2020

Varietal:100% Pinot Gris Region:Hawke's Bay Volume:750ml

Tasting Note:
The 2020 Robertson Pinot Gris has classic Nashi pear, white peach and lychee with a touch of ginger. The palate has good length, thus endorsing its universality as a wine. It is made in a nearly dry style (4g/L residual sugar), hence it is an excellent food wine - enjoy.

Cellaring:
Drinking now, and will age nicely for up to 4-5 years.

Food Pairing:
Ideal pairing with freshly cooked crayfish, stuffed crab and lightly seasoned seafood, vegetarian and Asian cuisine.
‘Barrique Fermented’ Viognier 2019

Varietal:100% Viognier Region:Hawke's Bay Volume:750ml

Tasting Note:
The 2019 ‘Barrique Fermented’ Viognier is an orchestration of exciting flavours. While it is bone dry, the mid-palate is full flavoured and generous. Showcasing dried apricots, with a mineral seam, French vanilla oak notes, and creamy elements create a gem of a wine.
Traditionally crafted, the 2019 ‘Barrique Fermented’ Viognier has big boots to fill - as the 2018 ‘Barrique Fermented’ Viognier won two Trophies!

Cellaring:
Drinking now, and will age nicely for up to 6-7 years.

Food Pairing:
Pan seared Gurnard, served with seasonal greens.
'Bergman' Chardonnay 2019

Varietal:100% Chardonnay Region:Hawke's Bay Volume:750ml

Tasting Note:
The wild yeast fermentation has brought another dimension to this 2019 ‘Bergman’ Chardonnay. There appears to be more depth and complexity on the palate. The wine is showcasing ripe stone-fruits, melon, oak and vanilla characters are evident in this full-bodied 2019 ‘Bergman’ Chardonnay. There is a generosity and texture to this wine, which will enrich if given time in the bottle - enjoy.

Cellaring:
Drinking now, and will age nicely for up to 3-4 years.

Food Pairing:
An ideal pairing with butterflied roast chicken served with a herb-crust & vegetables...
'Marshall Bank' Chardonnay 2019

Varietal:100% Chardonnay Region:Hawke's Bay Volume:750ml

Tasting Note:
The 'Marshall Bank' Chardonnay grapes were grown at Ohiti Estate. 'Marshall Bank' was an old family property in west Otago where Dr. Bill Robertson practiced for 45 years.
Already expressing an inviting bouquet, the 2019 ‘Marshall Bank’ Chardonnay exudes ripe peaches, nectarines and spiced brioche are all nicely woven with well-integrated oak notes which all carry through onto the layered and vibrant palate. The partial malolactic fermentation has broadened the mid palate and added to its complexity and elegance resulting in a pleasingly long lingering finish.

Cellaring:
Approachable now and will age well for another 5 years.

Food Pairing:
Slow roasted Butterfly Chicken under a dusting of herbs.
'Burnfoot' Merlot 2016

Varietal:100% Merlot Region:Hawke's Bay Volume:750ml

Tasting Note:
The 2016 ‘Burnfoot’ Merlot exhibits bold plums, oak, wild herbs & spice which is under pinned by firm alcohol. Due to the vineyard’s northerly aspect and not being irrigated, there is a concentration of flavours. Vibrance is the hallmark of the 2016 ‘Burnfoot’ Merlot - the flavours will evolve for many years.- it was another good vintage for Merlot in the Tuki Tuki Valley. This 2016 ‘Burnfoot’ Merlot has a well-integrated and balanced palate, making it approachable and enjoyable now.

Cellaring:
Drinking now and will age well for another 5-6 years.

Food Pairing:
An ideal pairing with wild venison cooked with Portuguese herbs & spices...
'Back Block' Syrah 2019

Varietal:100% Syrah Region:Hawke's Bay Volume:750ml

Tasting Note:
The 2019 ‘Back Block’ Syrah shouts ripe plums, black cherries, spice and a dash of black pepper. The mid palate is bountiful in fruit and supported by the well-integrated and seamless oak. Due to the excellent vintage in Hawkes Bay, the Syrah grapes were left on the vine until the 5th April, hence the ripe savoury flavours and low acidity. The 2019 ‘Back Block’ Syrah is very approachable, but equally will continue to develop in the bottle. This 2019 ‘Back Block’ Syrah - another addition to the legacy.

Cellaring:
Drinking now and will age well for another 6-7 years.

Food Pairing:
An ideal pairing with a slow cooked rack of lamb with a thyme rub & wine jus.
'Ohiti Estate' Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Varietal:100% Cabernet Sauvignon Region:Hawke's Bay Volume:750ml

Tasting Note:
This 2018 ‘Ohiti Estate’ Cabernet Sauvignon is an intensely dark vibrant wine which has a rich aroma, showcasing cassis, ripe blackcurrants, blackberries, dried herbs, subtle spicy oak and vanilla, with a hint of tobacco in the background. The palate is elegant, rich and flavoursome, this 2018 expression extends the heritage of our ‘Ohiti Estate’ which continually produces ripe Cabernet Sauvignon year after year.

Cellaring:
Drinking now and will age for another 5-6 years.

Food Pairing:
A rib-eye steak - served medium-rare with Dijon mustard...
'Sun-Dried' Malbec 2019

Varietal:100% Malbec Region:Hawke's Bay Volume:750ml

Tasting Note:
Intensely dark, this ‘Sun-Dried’ Malbec shouts dark fruits, ripe plums, dried herbs, spice, cigar box, and earthy tannins all perfectly supported by the oak. This wine has an enticing mouthfeel due to the weight and fullness on the palate. This 2019 follows its illustrious predecessors with aplomb. Once again Malbec on steroids comes to mind. This wine is generous in all departments, the 2019 ‘Sun-Dried’ Malbec is worthy of time in the cellar if discipline can prevail! This wine is generous in all departments, the 2019 ‘Sun-Dried’ Malbec will compliment rich red meats.

Cellaring:
Drinking now and will age for another 6-8 years.

Food Pairing:
Enjoy with with Venison back-strap & slow cooked earthy vegetables, also enjoyed with chocolate torte.
'Hillside' Syrah 2018

Varietal:100% Syrah Region:Hawke's Bay Volume:750ml

Tasting Note:
The ‘Hillside’ Syrah is an expression of where it is grown. An intense dark red colour and fragrant - showcasing Damson plums, blackcurrants, black-pepper, leather, French oak and ripe supple tannins engage across your palate. It is made largely from the 470 clone of Syrah which is renowned for its colour and concentration and responds well when aged in new French oak barriques. This ‘Hillside’ Syrah is elegantly balanced and is seamlessly majestic - cellaring will reward those with patience.
*(New Release)

Cellaring:
Drinking now with decanting - and will age nicely for another 8-10 years.

Food Pairing:
Scotch Fillet with a mushroom sauce and seasonal vegetables.
'Reserve' Cabernet / Merlot 2018

Varietals:Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Cabernet Franc. Region:Hawke's Bay Volume:750ml

Tasting Note:
Framed in new French oak, the 2018 ‘Gold Label’ Cabernet / Merlot is robust and fruit driven. Showcasing black fruits, dried herbs, spice, leather and sweet berries are evident. New French oak has structured the wine classically. The 2018 ‘Gold label’ celebrates the return of Cabernet Franc (5%) to the blend. The last vintage to have Cabernet Franc was 1998 (a great year and still youthful). It is complex with layers of flavours and will certainly reward cellaring.
*(New Release)

Cellaring:
Drinking now with decanting - and will age nicely for another 8-10 years.

Food Pairing:
An ideal wine pairing with slow cooked lamb back straps under a herb-crust.