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2004 III Associates The Elder Merlot - 750ml

          
Vintage 2004
Variety 100% Merlot
Region McLaren Vale 100%
Bottled September 2004
Maturation 18 Months in French and American Hogsheads
Alcohol 14%

McLaren Vale Producers have a history of creating fuller, richer, bolder red wines. We III Associates believe the Elder Merlot once again reinforces our enviable Reputation, merlot that is a red wine drinkers Merlot. If you are searching for a wine that is this grape varieties patriarch... then allow us to introduce you to the head of the family.

Tasting Notes September, 2004
Colour Deep crimson with a purple tinge
Nose Hints of plum with a touch of spicy oak
Palate Soft yet full flavour with silky tannins. Oak is present but subtle, never dominant.
Potential Medium term cellaring will add complexity


 
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2007 The Splinter Limited Release Chardonnay 2004 The Elder Merlot

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2006 Squid Ink Shiraz 2006 Squid Ink Sparkling Shiraz
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Register Your Interest
McLaren Vale Premium Wines
130 Main Road
(PO Box 692)
McLaren Vale, SA, 5171
Tel: (08) 8323 7940
Fax: (08) 8323 7422
Freecall: 1800 501 513
  Email: winery@associates.com.au