2004 Smith & Hooper Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot

Aged for 12 months in French oak. Medium body, crimson colour with crimson hue. Appealing nose of spice, blackcurrant, violet and cinnamon. The palate flavours are light, with some stewed fruit and vegetative back palate flavours. Dry chalky tannins run through the wine and last into the aftertaste, creating the impression of a tight wine. Vegetal, stewed fruit aftertaste.
Cellar 2-3 years (2008-2009)
Alc/Vol: 14%