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Villa Maria Private Bin Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2004

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Merlot has gotten a bad rap as of late but there is no denying the wine's appeal. Packed with deep, dark berry fruit and nuanced hints of cocoa, herb and earth with a soft structure. Its velvety texture makes Merlot instantly appealing and an obvious alternative to similar, more tannic Bordeaux varieties.

Winemakers Notes

Winemaker's Comments

Lifted ripe dark fruits with cedar and biscuit undertones. The wine is full and rich with fine grained tannins (May 2005).

Vintage

The 2004 Hawkes Bay vintage was characterised by some extreme weather conditions. The early part of the summer season was bathed in very warm temperatures, followed in mid January with significant rainfalls and cooling conditions. Fortunately the autumn and harvest was a long and dry period.

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The fruit was sourced from various vineyards located around read more...

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The wine is a deep crimson in appearance with a bouquet of raspberries, dark cherries, plums and a hint of cedary oak. The palate is rich in soft, mouthfilling fruit. It has excellent length, finishing with supple, fine-grained tannins. Food Match: Grilled meats, full-flavoured stews and casseroles, and strong cheeses.


 

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