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| 2009 Penley Estate Merlot "Gryphon" Winery: Penley Estate Vintage: 2009 Wine Name/Vineyard: "Gryphon" Wine Category: Merlot Grape blend: Merlot Region: Coonawarra State or country: Australia Price: $20 Cases produced: 200 KWG Score: 90.2 (based on 5 reviews) Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89) Review date: September 16, 2012 Wine Review: This dark ruby colored Merlot opens with an anise and old oak bouquet with a hint of blackberry and cherry Jolly Ranchers. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, and juicy. The flavor profile is a mineral infused black plum with hints of cedar plank, mulberry, and rhubarb. The finish is dry and its subtle tannins are mild. The panel suggested serving this Aussie Merlot with coq au vin or tea smoked duck. Enjoy - KWGTP Winemaker Notes: Deep ruby red in colour with a bright hue. The bouquet is rich and complex with hints of violets, plums, a touch of spice and savoury fruitcake elements. The French oak is restrained and well integrated. Medium bodied with a strong mid palate of mulberry and savoury forest underbrush flavours. The texture is soft with integrated smoky vanilla French oak, finishing with a refined smooth tannin structure. Organic status: not organic Buy it: Use 1000 Corks to find stores that sell Penley 2009 Gryphon Merlot.
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