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TALTARNI: Merlot (2016)

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Australia is not particularly known for their Merlot, but when they are as good as this one from our long-standing friends at Taltarni it is hard to understand why. A beautiful, limited edition wine sourced exclusively from single vineyard estate grown fruit in the exquisite Pyrenees region of Victoria. Delicate aromas of mocha coffee grounds with mint and plum on the nose complimented by a nice hint of cedary oak. On the palate, it is even more complex with flavours of smoked meat and spice, with a hint of aniseed. The palate is medium to light in body with nice silky tannins and good length. Awarded 91 Points by James Halliday in 2019, and if possible, it has aged even closer to perfection now. So the wine is certainly ready to drink, but will still cellar for 3 – 6 years. Serve it with a full cheese & charcuterie board, any white meat roast (pork, veal, or chicken) or simply a plate of juicy hamburgers.

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Australia is not particularly known for their Merlot, but when they are as good as this one from our long-standing friends at Taltarni it is hard to understand why. A beautiful, limited edition wine sourced exclusively from single vineyard estate grown fruit in the exquisite Pyrenees region of Victoria. Delicate aromas of mocha coffee grounds with mint and plum on the nose complimented by a nice hint of cedary oak. On the palate, it is even more complex with flavours of smoked meat and spice, with a hint of aniseed. The palate is medium to light in body with nice silky tannins and good length. Awarded 91 Points by James Halliday in 2019, and if possible, it has aged even closer to perfection now. So the wine is certainly ready to drink, but will still cellar for 3 – 6 years. Serve it with a full cheese & charcuterie board, any white meat roast (pork, veal, or chicken) or simply a plate of juicy hamburgers.

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Taltarni

The first wine from Taltarni Vineyards was released in 1977; immediate success followed with the wine collecting gold at the Royal Melbourne Show – an early acknowledgment of the potential of the vineyard. In 1979, Taltarni’s Cabernet Sauvignon was awarded the Los Angeles Times International Best Red Wine, ahead of world greats. At 37° latitude, the Pyrenees is in a perfect climatic band for the production of high-quality grapes. The rich soils of red clay, quartz and sandy loam create ideal growing conditions and the cool nights and warm days allow for slow ripening. Taltarni Vineyard and Winery was founded on the principles of individuality, independence and expression, which still guide us today. Combining old-world traditions with innovative new-world techniques, Taltarni produces a diverse range of high-calibre still red and white wines, and méthode-traditionnelle crafted sparklings. Remaining steadfast in our commitment to crafting refined wines of elegance and balance, Taltarni’s portfolio continues to be a reflective expression of the varietal and terroir from which our wines are born.

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