Esk Valley

Gimblett Gravels Merlot Blend

8.65 ratings

-no pro ratings

Gimblett Gravels, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand

Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec

Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Pungent Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Hard Cheese, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Duck

Top Notes For

Sean Wallner - WSET II

9.4

Blackberries, blueberries, vanilla and game/meat roasting over a campfire. This was an off-dry/medium-sweet red with high tannins and very flavorful. The palate also presented some bell pepper, cherry, raspberry and spice. Needs some more time but very tasty.

Mar 15th, 2017