Rating: 3.0/5
This 2016 Geoff Merrill RESERVE from McLaren Vale presents a deep purple hue in the glass with clear clarity. The nose offers a Medium intensity, featuring primary aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and leather, alongside secondary notes of vanilla. On the palate, the fine grained tannins show a Medium plus presence, complemented by a pronounced flavour intensity, with primary flavours of blackberry, black cherry, and eucalyptus, alongside a hint of black and white pepper.
At a glance
- Type: Red
- Appearance: clear, deep, purple
- Nose: medium; blackcurrant, blackberry, leather / vanilla
- Palate: Body full body, Tannin medium plus, Acidity medium plus, Alcohol medium plus, Sweetness dry, Feel fine grained, Flavour intensity pronounced
- Tastes: blackberry, black cherry, eucalyptus, black/white pepper / nutmeg
- Finish: medium plus
- Development: Fully Developed
- Readiness: drink now but it will age
- Balanced: yes
- Complex: yes
Food pairings
- Grilled lamb chops with rosemary
- Pan-seared venison with berry sauce
- Roasted game bird with blackberry glaze
- Creamy mushroom risotto with black pepper
- Spicy beef stir-fry with black bean sauce
- Roasted beef short ribs with nutmeg
- Smoked paprika beef burgers with cheddar
- Pan-seared duck breast with cherry compote