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Lenton Brae Cabernet Merlot 2009
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In making this wine, the emphasis is on minimal tannin extraction to produce a style rich in flavour with a softness to allow the wine to be enjoyed upon release. Winemaking techniques such as cooler fermentation temperatures and earlier removal of the wine from its skins and seeds have facilitated this, whilst avoiding the extraction of bitter, green tannins.
This years release comprises 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot. Aromatically, the wine displays fruit cake and spice -like floral notes of Petit Verdot whilst on the palate, the structure and tannin of Cabernet Sauvignon compliments the mid palate sweetness and fleshy mouthfeel of the Merlot grape. This wine would beautifully partner roast lamb, but would also compliment most red meats.
"This is high class Cabernet Merlot for this price. It's a firm controlled blend with ripe powerful Cabernet driving hard and the slightly fleshier Merlot filling in on the palate. Well weighted oak sits comfortably in the mix. An excellent wine for the cellar or drinking now. 91/100" - Ray Jordan, The West Australian, 19.8.10
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| Don't Pay: $25
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WBW Rating: 92/100
Closure: Stelvin
Region: Margaret River WA |
Winemaker: Ed Tomlinson
Drink now until: 2014
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