Geoff Merrill Reserve Shiraz 2010

Geoff is one of the long time living histories from the wine industry, who decided to go his own way in 1980. Geoff has been instrumental with assisting in the development of the Stellenbosch in South Africa as well as establishing Hardys reputation in McLaren Vale.


Geoff Merrill Reserve Shiraz 2010

Darkness is lurking all over the house and something will scare you if you don't watch out. Well I started humming this as soon as this wine touched my mouth. The wine starts out with all the usual McLaren vale aspect of licorice and chocolate coated coffee bean before the earthiness of the vintage becomes evident.  There are also moments of plum and blackberry before a soft and unobtrusive load of tannin kicks in.  This is the sort of wine that would be brilliant late at night with a slow spit roast going which you would dish up in a fresh roll with home made tomato sauce. Nothing is out of place in this wine and it is a testament to the quality of McLaren Vale wines in 2010.

Alcohol: 14.5%
Price: $60
Rated: 87
Drink: Now - 2034