Geoff Merrill GM Barrell Select Sangiovese 2016 (12 x 750mL) McLaren Vale

Description:

Preceding winter and spring rains were significantly lower than had been previously reducing crop potential in the important growth stages leading up to vintage. On average yields were down approximately 30% across many varieties in McLaren Vale.

Fluctuating temperatures in January and rainfalls in February resulted in a pause in vintage allowing ripening to occur at a more manageable rate. By the end of vintage, even with the lower crop yields, our fruit had more time to ripen properly resulting in very good flavour concentration, acidity and structure.

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Preceding winter and spring rains were significantly lower than had been previously reducing crop potential in the important growth stages leading up to vintage. On average yields were down approximately 30% across many varieties in McLaren Vale.

Fluctuating temperatures in January and rainfalls in February resulted in a pause in vintage allowing ripening to occur at a more manageable rate. By the end of vintage, even with the lower crop yields, our fruit had more time to ripen properly resulting in very good flavour concentration, acidity and structure.

Region:
SA - McLaren Vale
State:
South Australia
Country:
Australia

Expert Reviews

94 points Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)

“It’s gorgeously fruited and fragrant on the nose showing blackcurrant, sweet cherry, mixed spice, vanilla and roasted nut aromas, followed by a wonderfully ripe palate displaying excellent weight and velvety mouthfeel well supported by fine-grained tannins. Harmonious and delectably styled. 5 stars.” - Sam kim

Winery Tasting Notes

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The colour is a deep dark red with blood red hues. The aroma shows a savoury blend of earthy herbs and spice along with hints of plums, black cherries, capers and meaty notes.

The palate is strong and imposing with fleshy ripe fruits, giving way to a well proportioned mid palate displaying firm tannins, finishing with balanced acidity and great length.

Winery Profile

Having gained a reputation as a maker of innovative and elegant wines Geoff established his own business in 1980 and quickly achieved significant success in both Australian and International wine shows.

As a leading personality in the emerging Australian wine industry, Geoff also established a high profile internationally, most recently as consulting winemaker in Italy making wines for the UK market and as a respected judge at Australian and International wine shows.

Geoff Merrill's wines have been successful at Australian and International wine shows, including the coveted Jimmy Watson Trophy at the 2005 Melbourne wine show. Since 1980 Geoff Merrill Wines have won 29 Trophies, 143 Gold , 373 Silver and 1181 Bronze medals.

View Geoff Merrill website

Other Information

  • 2016 vintage
  • 12 x 750mL units
  • SA - McLaren Vale, South Australia
  • Screwcap closure
  • 14.5% alc.

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