Estate 2019 Merlot
- In stock, ready to ship
- Inventory on the way
Vegan Australia Certified
As one of Australia's most consistent Merlot producers this under-appreciated variety offers great value. Chateau Petrus sell for around $3000 per bottle and while not quite as expensive, Le Pin also from Pomeral and Cheval Blanc both often contain a bit of Cabernet Franc - funny thing is so does the Mount Avoca!
After the Wine of the Year for the 2018 Merlot and other trophies, the 2019 Merlot has won 11 medals at wine shows including Gold and Silvers, so is no slouch!
Treat yourself to this less fashionable variety and we think you will be pleasantly surprised.
COLOUR
Dark ruby red red of good intensity with a purple cherry colour and slow legs on the swirl.
NOSE
Clean and complex developed aromas of Blueberry jam and plum, fig and a subtle forest floor nuance.
PALATE
Clean developing full bodied flavours of fresh blackberry and warm toasty damson. A soft tannin impression across the palate gives way to a satisfying length of cherry toast and sweet coffee bean on the finish.
WINEMAKING
The fruit is harvested from two clones of mature merlot vines in section A & D on the estate vineyard. Traditional vinification techniques applied with minimal intervention to preserve its regional identity.
FOOD PAIRING
Roast beef or slow cooked lamb shanks with potatoes.
VINTAGE NOTES
Cool conditions in early spring enabled a subsequent long growing season. A
warm dry summer subsided into ideal cooler autumn conditions prior to harvest.
Vicrorian Wine Show - Gold, plus 2 Silver & 8 Bronze.
Sam Kim, Wine Orbit - 90 points “A lovely rendition of the variety, showing ripe apricot, melon, lemon peel and oatmeal notes, leading to a supple palate that's ripe and rounded. Well supported by silky texture and juicy acidity, offering delightful drinking.” At its best: now to 2027
We're pleased to offer shipping Australia-wide.
Delivery & Shipping Details
Mount Avoca use both couriers and Australia Post to ensure a reliable and efficient delivery service. If you are not at home to accept your delivery, they will leave your wine in a safe place, though Aus Post may leave a card for collection from your nearest post office. Please specify as much detail as possible in the 'delivery instructions' area and we will do our best to ensure a seamless delivery.
Please contact us if you have any delivery concerns, or if you need to make alternative arrangements.
Pricing & Delivery Costs
We're delighted to announce that we now offer free freight in VIC, NSW, ACT, SA & QLD.
If you're based in WA, NT and TAS, we offer $10 flat rate on all shipping too
Delivery Times
Please allow 3–5 working days for delivery to capital cities and 1–2 weeks for regional areas and interstate, though we've noticed that delivery times have taken longer since Covid 19 came and went. Customer service is important to us; if we foresee a problem with your delivery we will contact you to discuss it. The above times are guidelines only and may be faster or slower depending on your location.
Please contact us via our online message app if you have a delivery deadline.
Requirements
- Please include clear delivery instructions and a telephone number on all orders.
- Wine damaged in transit will be returned to Mount Avoca and we will contact you to make alternative arrangements.
- Undeliverable wine will be returned to Mount Avoca and we will contact you to make alternative arrangements. Undeliverable wine will incur an administration fee of $30 for re-shipping.
- As we have no control over shipping Mount Avoca takes no responsibility for the delivery times or loss of orders.
If you have any questions about your order please do not hesitate to contact our friendly cellar door team here.
