<< Previous Wine  |  Back to Wine Ranges  |  Next Wine >> Soljans Hawke's Bay Merlot/Cabernet/Malbec 2009 Price: $19.00 WineMaker: Tony Soljan Tasting Notes Hawke’s Bay Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec were separately fermented for 12 to 21 days prior to pressing off skins. Careful blending has given the wine vibrant plum and blackberry flavours balanced with soft tannins which makes this wine perfect for drinking now although it will cellar well for up to 5 years. Winemakers Notes Hawke’s Bay Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec were separately fermented prior to blending. These 3 grape varieties have very different structure and flavour, so careful blending is essential to achieve the best possible blend each vintage. The blend is made up of 60% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Malbec. Food Match: An excellent match with BBQ's and all red meats. Cellaring: Perfect for drinking now although will cellar well for up to 5 years. Released: 17 March 2010 Alcohol: 13% | Residual Sugar: 1.3 | Total Acidity: 5.48 | pH: 3.63

Wine Spectator 83 Points

Michael Cooper 3 Stars

Royal Easter Wine Show Bronze medal
2010