Connoisseur Merlot

Connoisseur Merlot

2019 Merlot
Hilltops, New South Wales

A medium bodied, fruit loaded Merlot.

$40 each

Description

Medium bodied with a big fruit punch, our 2019 vintage Merlot takes the expectations of the variety and doubles them. The perfect winter red, pair this with a hearty meal or sit and enjoy.

Wine Details

Range

Winemakers selection.

Region

Hilltops

Vintage

2019

Type

Red Wine

Variety

Merlot

Volume

750mL

Alcohol Volume

14.8%

Standard Drinks

8.8

Maturation

French Oak 10 months.

Closure

Screw Cap

Bottling Date

2020

Harvest Date

2019

Colour

Bright red with deep purple hues.

Bouquet

Intense brambly fruit, cassis dominant.

Palate

Lovely ripe red & black fruits, with plush, supple tannins and balanced natural acidity with a long finish.

Peak Drinking / Cellaring Potential

Lie down until 2029.

Serving Temperature

18 deg.

Food Matches

Lamb

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