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Poplar Grove Merlot 2009
Naramata Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaMeaty, black olive, prune, coffee, cherry jam node with bits of tobacco, liquorice, cedar and mint aromas. The attack is rich and full the tannins perfectly rounded and light. Prunes cocoa, ash, coffee, vanilla, smoky flavours flecked with kirsch, orange peel and dried herb. Good texture if a bit soupy and overripe. Ready to drink.Tasted: 28 July 2013Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $30.00 | 750ml | winery direct, private wine shops |
Grape: MerlotCSPC: 948919UPC: 626990125518