Merlot 2009
The 2009 harvest marks the 7th consecutive vintage of the Rosily Vineyard Merlot. Our focused aim from the outset has been to produce individual wines with intense regional and varietal definition. The 2009 Merlot is an elegant, medium bodied wine displaying red berry, chocolate and plum flavours with hints of snow pea. Subtle oak treatment and soft tannins allow this wine to be enjoyed now or over the next four to five years.
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Appearance
Clear, bright, deep red / purple with a crimson hue.
Nose
Fresh red berries and chocolate hints with a subtle savoury component.
Palate
Elegant, medium bodied wine displaying red berry, chocolate and plum flavours with hints of snow pea.
Cellaring
Subtle oak treatment and soft tannins allow this wine to be enjoyed now or over the next three to four years.
» Technical Data
Amount
6.85 tonnes
Cropping Level
2.95 tonne / acre
Harvest Dates
3rd of April 2009
Alcohol/Volume
13.5%
Oak Treatment
20 months maturation in French oak (30% new)
» Production History
2003: 487 cases, 2004: 750 cases, 2005: 400 cases, 2006: 180 cases, 2007: 380 cases, 2008: 460 cases, 2009: 800 cases
» Reviews / Awards
"A handy Merlot from Margaret River that delivers classic blue fruits and gently leafy nuances; some chocolate and nicely ripened plums too. Texturally, it's a medium bodied proposition that delivers juicy blueberry and plum flavour with a tangy acid finish. Drink up." - 91 points – Nick Stock, Good Wine Guide, 2012
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