Rongopai East Coast Merlot

New Zealand

Grapes:
Merlot

Region:
East Coast

Winemaker:
Adam Hazeldine

Recommended Food:
An ideal partner for an antipasto platter featuring a range of salamis and smoked meats, or any meaty casserole, like lamb shanks.

Recommended Cellaring:
2-4 years

Production Notes:
The grapes were harvested in late April and fermented in stainless steel tanks. The blend was assembled early in the new year after some time in oak.

Tasting Notes:
The aroma of spicy plum and boysenberry with a hint of leather evolve beguilingly from the glass. On the palate the flavours are a complementary combination of dark plum and forest berries with spicy earthy notes and a touch of cedar. Fine tannins and a nice weight and length complete the package.

Available at major supermarkets while stocks last.

Information by rongopaiwines.co.nz