Majella Merlot 2024

Coonawarra does Merlot as well as any region in Australia and this is a fine example, and very good buying. From the Quarry Block, fermentation was in 300-litre French oak barrels, followed by a further fifteen months therein, for maturation. Dark maroon in colour, the nose reveals notes of plums and an earthiness, touches of chocolate, aniseed and fruit cake with black fruits and charcuterie. The influence of oak stays largely in the background. A mouthwatering style with good acidity throughout and a lovely long finish, the wine lifts on the palate. It concludes with very fine tannins and lingering finish. Enjoy this for the next ten years.