Merlot in Australia can show its true colours and intent just on aroma alone, in my less than humble. Here: Olive skin, a hint of tobacco and - somewhat unusually - cocoa/coffee grounds.
Medium bodied, freshening acidity and fine tannin. Well made Merlot, all too rare in Australia - but that position is improving as winemaker's get a handle on the variety and clonal selection gets better.
Hints of oak reveal a hand. A pleasurable and enjoyable drink 90
Tasted on: Friday 31st August, a Leaf to Fruit day
Source: Sample
Price: $28
Alcohol: 14%
Closure: Screw
Website: https://shawvineyards.com.au/
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