Arniston Bay
Arniston Bay Merlot 2019
Vinification
30% of the blend was aged in second and third-fill
French oak barrels for eight months. The balance
was fermented in stainless steel tanks.
Tasting
Appearance: Bright ruby red.
Nose: Shows great complexity with notes of dark
cherry and plum.
Palate: A well-balanced, spicy palate with ripe
fruit and a persistent soft tannin finish.
Maturation potential:
The wine is ready to drink now but will mature
further for 4 years.
Food pairing
This wine pairs well with tomato-basted lamb
dishes and turkey.
Suitability for vegetarians or vegans
This wine is not suitable for vegetarians nor
vegans.
Analysis
Alcohol: 13.84% by volume
Residual sugar: 3.73 g/l
Total acidity: 5.40 g/l
pH: 3.46