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IronBark Hill Merlot 2016 (12x 750mL), Hunter Valley, NSW
Winemaking
A fresh, vibrant and easy drinking style with fragrant aromas of mulberry, ripe plums and a complex earthy note with a hint of vanilla. A medium bodied wine, ripe fruit driven palate that is perfectly balanced with the subtle complexity of French oak. Silky soft velvety tannins provide a lingering smooth finish.
Vintage notes
A premium release from the highly acclaimed 2016 Hunter Valley Vintage. Following crushing and destemming, the Merlot grapes were fermented in their skins under controlled temperature conditions. After pressing, the wine is transferred into French oak barrels for maturation prior to bottling.
0026-2486652IronBark Hill Merlot 2016 (12x 750mL), Hunter Valley, NSW
Description:
Winemaking
A fresh, vibrant and easy drinking style with fragrant aromas of mulberry, ripe plums and a complex earthy note with a hint of vanilla. A medium bodied wine, ripe fruit driven palate that is perfectly balanced with the subtle complexity of French oak. Silky soft velvety tannins provide a lingering smooth finish.
Vintage notes
A premium release from the highly acclaimed 2016 Hunter Valley Vintage. Following crushing and destemming, the Merlot grapes were fermented in their skins under controlled temperature conditions. After pressing, the wine is transferred into French oak barrels for maturation prior to bottling.
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Winemaking
A fresh, vibrant and easy drinking style with fragrant aromas of mulberry, ripe plums and a complex earthy note with a hint of vanilla. A medium bodied wine, ripe fruit driven palate that is perfectly balanced with the subtle complexity of French oak. Silky soft velvety tannins provide a lingering smooth finish.
Vintage notes
A premium release from the highly acclaimed 2016 Hunter Valley Vintage. Following crushing and destemming, the Merlot grapes were fermented in their skins under controlled temperature conditions. After pressing, the wine is transferred into French oak barrels for maturation prior to bottling.
- Region:
- NSW - Hunter Valley
- State:
- New South Wales
- Country:
- Australia
Winery Tasting Notes
Colour
Bright deep red.
Nose
A medium bodied deep red wine with aromas of mulberry, juicy plums and complex earthy notes, with a hint of creamy vanilla.
Palate
A ripe fruit driven palate, perfectly balanced with the subtle complexity of French oak.
Food Pairing
Enjoy with barbecued meats and hearty Italian fare.
Winery Profile
Peter Drayton is a 5th generation descendant of the famed Drayton family wines from Australia’s Hunter Valley.
An easy 2 hr drive north of Sydney you’ll be impressed with the energised history of Australia’s oldest wine region, the Hunter Valley. Peter Drayton’s IronBark Hill vineyard is set at the foot of the Brokenback range, the 40 hectare property has 18 hectares under vine.
Peter has a unique story, fiercely determined and independent often referred to as the Black Sheep. Peter’s range reflects his love and respect for the tradition that is the Hunter Valley and the future and optimism that is also the Hunter Valley.
With a bustling construction company and a deep seeded passion for his wine business, Peter has successfully combined the two to create an impressive outfit and must visit location which includes | cellar door | working winery | custom built brewhouse | restaurant | wedding chapel | catered function centre | accommodation
The vineyard produces wine from the grape varieties for which the Hunter is famous, including Shiraz, Semillon and Chardonnay. It also has extensive plantings of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Verdelho and the CSIRO hybrid grape Tyrian. An exciting range of ‘alternate’ varieties are now available given these Mediterranean styles are extremely suitable and receptive to the Hunter’s climate. To compliment it all, an impressive sparkling wine range and selection of Liqueur Fortified wines are available.
Other Information
- 2016 vintage
- 12 x 750mL units
- NSW - Hunter Valley, New South Wales
- Screwcap closure
- 13.5% alc.
Liquor Act 2007:
It is against the law to sell or supply alcohol to, or to obtain alcohol on behalf of,
a person under the age of 18 years. Grays liquor licence LIQP770010049
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