2006 Cabernet Merlot
Premium Red Blend
Supple, well integrated tannins provide a velvety backdrop to the lively ripe blackcurrant and plum flavours. The balanced tropical essence of ripe Margaret River fruit are most obvious in this pleasant, easy drinking style to be enjoyed now or cellared for 5-8 years.
14.0% Alc/Vol
Approx 7.7 standard Drinks
55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 5% Malbec
Colour: Garnet with ruby red highlights
Bouquet: The wine has an open floral and red berry fruit-driven scent with subtle blueberry and forest floor characters in support.
Palate: Supple, well-integrated tannins provide a velvety backdrop to the lively ripe berry fruit palate. The balanced tropical flavours of ripe Margaret River fruit are most obvious in this pleasant easy drinking style. Finishes dry.
Peak drinking: Already soft and well-integrated this wine is ready for early drinking, however it will benefit from cellaring in the medium term.
Food Matches: Meat dishes, saucy pastas and cheeses.