The Château Single Vineyard Merlot 2024

The effortless ease of a slightly lighter-bodied cabernet that is typical of Eden Valley is evident immediately. The cooler climes have produced a wine that is elegant and most stylish. Slightly plummy blackberry notes on the nose with a palate that is integrated and smooth as it proceeds effortlessly to a long focused finish. Cellar: 12 years

The Cabernet vines used here are from an estate vineyard in the Eden Valley, 32 select rows. After fermentation, the wine spends a year and a half in a mix of new and older French oak barrels. 2,800 cases.
A deep garnet, the nose is full of blackberries, tobacco leaves, dark berries, dried herbs, a little chocolate and fresh coffee grinds. For a relatively warmer climate (certainly, Eden Valley is a little cooler than if it had come directly from the Barossa), this has surprising and pleasing elegance. There is a seductive texture, medium length and fine tannins. Drink over the next six to eight years.