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Intense red, savoury fruits – cranberry and herbal with underlying spicy French oak.
“Bright, clear crimson-purple; the assertion 'only made in the best vintages' is routinely overused (and hence untrue). Here is an exception, a wine with all the fragrance and finesse Merlot should have, the red fruits supported by flawless silky tannins, high quality French oak in the background.”
This is the epitome of Poacher's Ridge. A absolutely stunning wine made from its excellent vineyard, from an exceptional vintage year. This is the very best of its hand-tended, hand-picked and handmade philosophy. For the most special occasion and for the most discerning wine lover!
