Saint Clair Origin Merlot Region_Thracian Valley fresh figs

fresh figs

This is a young wine (Joven) made without oak

fresher acidity and greater aromatic precision in the fruit

grilled chicken or pork

social atmosphere with a balance of guidance and creative freedom—ideal for catching up with friends

Saint Clair Origin Merlot Region_Thracian Valley fresh figsThe outstanding fruit was sourced predominantly from a single vineyard within the Gimblett Gravels area of Hawkes Bay. During fermentation, the wine was hand plunged and occasionally pumped over to gently extract flavour, colour and tannin. Once pressed and settled, the wine was then racked to seasoned French oak where it underwent malolactic conversion. The wine was aged on its light lees, lightly fined and carefully prepared for bottling. A luscious