2009 Elderton Barossa Merlot

Matured for 18 months in predominately French oak puncheons. Deep dark crimson red colour with crimson mauve hue. The nose displays aromas of black cherry, dark plum, spice and a touch of earth. Medium bodied the palate is quite spicy with generous flavours of ripe plum, black cherry and liquorice followed by a very spicy back palate. Very fine grained tannins with long aftertaste of dark plum, spice and liquorice.
Drink over the next 2-3 years (2010-2013).
Alc 14.5%