2015 Mudgee Merlot
2015
Merlot
Mudgee, NSW
Dark blood red in colour with crimson, slightly purple hues, finishing with a soft, lingering cleansing acidity.
From $38 per bottle
Wine Details
Region
Mudgee
Vintage
2015
Type
Red Wine
Variety
Merlot
Colour
Vibrant ruby red in colour with blood red hues
Bouquet
Lifted, floral, smoky, and slightly gamey. The lifted fruit aromas are of cooked blood plum. This is supported by smoky almost nutty nuances with hints of cocoa and dried mixed herbs.
Palate
The palate is ripe, elegant, gentle, soft and dry. The upfront fruit flavours are of black and red fruits of the forest. The mid palate is savoury with gamey and earthy flavours. The back palate is soft and long with gentle drying tannins.
Peak Drinking / Cellaring Potential
Drink now or cellar for up to 3 years
Food Matches
Duck leg confit with a white bean puree and raspberry jus, Chinese style pork spare ribs, wood smoked cheddar cheese.
