2007 Craggy Range Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Merlot

A blend of 87% Merlot and 13% Cabernet Franc this wine was matured for 18 months in French oak of which 31% was new.

Opaque dark crimson red black colour with deep dark crimson red hue. The nose is closed upon first sniff by eventually yields aromas of violets, cedar, mulberry and dark cherry with a hint of spice. Medium weight and elegantly built, the palate displays flavours of mulberry and dark cherry followed by some cedar and a spicy back palate. Tightly knit with dry fine grained tannins that give the wine a very dry finish. Aftertaste of dark cherry, spice, cedar and earth.
Cellar 4-5 years (2014-2015)
Alc 14.5%