Lerida Estate
2006 Merlot Cabernet Franc

This wine is made from fruit grown at our vineyard at Lake George. Merlot picked on the 19th April and Cabernet Franc picked on the 12th April, fermentation was done separately, cold soaked for 4 days, fermented to 28C, hand plunged 3 times per day, left on skins for a further 5 days before pressing and matured in French oak barriques for 15 months. The nose exhibits raspberry, fruitcake, stewed plums, spice and violet aromas with vanilla oak overtones. The palate is smooth, rich and savoury with fine balanced tannins and a long finish. This wine will reward cellaring for up to 5 years.

It matches dishes like lamb, smoked chicken, pheasant and white mould and hard cheeses.

Price:

$29.50 per bottle/$318.60 per dozen

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