Kozana Merlot

Western exposure. Very warm, amphitheatre configuration of terrain. Opoka soil. Planted 1999. Deep, nearly opaque ruby colour. The nose is ripe, dramatic, reminiscent of dark fruit, ripe red fruit, coffee, liquorice; while also spicy, somewhat smoky, hinting of dry plums and oak. The ripeness of the grapes is evident, vibrant in combination with a delightful liveliness and freshness. Dry on the palate, juicy and compact. Structured, with a firm tannin grip that might be easily ascribed to some other Bordeaux variety, and a fine degree of acidity that picks up the wine. Full body, bold yet not averse to elegance. A long and diverse finish, confirming the wine is yet to see its best days and is well worth the wait, as its firm structure an abundance of fruit make for a fabulous ageing potential.