Price:

$10.00 per bottle delivered.

First Listed:

January 2007.

Status:

Sold out July 2007.

Our Comments...

Light in structure this wine is made in an easy drinking style. The wine has an attractive fruit nose, gentle flavour and the aroma displays distinct varietal and regional characters. A small quantity of air from decanting or standing builds the volume. Moderately oaked this wine develops well in the glass to show surprising complexity.

Descriptors...

Primary & Secondary Fruit Characters.

Cherry, black currant, figs and spearmint. Also some earthy Coonawarra undertones.

Oak.

Moderate oak influence, toffee and caramel.

Palate.

Moderate weight, chewy tannins and light strawberry fruit on a tangy acid finish.

Food Matching...

Goes well with antipasto, soft cheeses, cold meats and other hors d´ouvre. Drink slightly chilled as an afternoon apéritif.

Cellaring Potential...

Drinking well currently and will do so for up to twelve months. Not suited to years of cellaring.

Vintage:

2004.

Varietal Mix:

Merlot.

Geographical Indication (GI):

Coonawarra.

Alcohol Content:

13.5% ALC/VOL. 8.2 Standard drinks per bottle.

Allergens:

Sulphites added.

Bottle:

750 ml Punted Claret (Antique Green).

Closure:

Screw Cap (Black).

Links...

• Wikipedia on Merlot.
• Sideways on Merlot (strong language warning and please note, we actually like Merlot!).
• WineLibraryTV on Merlot - Why Such a Bad Rap?.
• Wikipedia on Coonawarra.
• Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation on Coonawarra.
• Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation on Geographical Indications.