Fresh, textural, savoury.
Grown on the Black Sage gravel bar in Bartier's estate Cerqueira vineyard, the 2021 Merlot spent 15 months in neutral French oak before bottling.
Expect notes of red berries and green olives, toasted spice and tomato leaf, cocoa, tobacco and leather with undertones of crunchy red plum. The palate is savoury, classic and juicy with some texture. The finish trails coffee and toasted tobacco leaf flavours.
Pair: Anything you can throw on the grill or a nice round of brie cheese.
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Wine Scores Reviewed - July 24th, 2023