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Geoff Hardy 'Handcrafted' Merlot 2004 |
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Once again I have to reiterate my feelings for Merlot have been less than affectionate over the last decade but of late we have ranged some pretty impressive beasts. This one just may be the mother of all exceptions! Deep red crimson hues with a complex bouquet of lifted black cherries and fruitcake characters. It has a sophisticated palate with earthy nuances and very refined velvety tannins on the finish. Simply buy try and reorder while some may still remain in the warehouse.
Cellar 6 - 8 years
The Jaw dropping 2004 Vintage Merlot from the Adelaide Hills Kuitpo Vineyard has a particularly alluring deep red crimson hues with a complex bouquet of lifted mulberry and plum characters. These flow onto the palate which is rich, multilayered and mouthfilling. Underlying earthy nuances and super refined velvety tannins follow through to the finish.
Although this wine is drinking superbly at present, if carefully cellared for then next 4-8 years it will develop complex savoury characters that will reward those who wait. In Australia the popularity of varietal Merlot is a relatively recent phenomenon. Often blended with Cabernet Sauvignon to soften the Cabernet's firmer tannins. Merlot in the Adelaide Hills is often low cropping which results in a smooth full bodied wine with great colour.
Rate 92/100 Drink whenever possible!
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WBW Rating: |
92/100 |
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$29.99 |
Closure: |
Stelvin |
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Adelaide Hills SA |
Winemaker: |
Geoff Hardy & Ben Riggs |
Drink Now Until: |
2010-2015 |
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