2007 HAY MAKeR
Hawke’s Bay Merlot

Deep crimson/purple. Dark cherries, spice and cinnamon with subtle oak undertones. Plum, red currants and spice, supported by fresh acidity, good tannin structure and balanced oak. Beautifully clean, mature fruit was harvested and brought into the winery where it was de-stemmed and then put into a fermenter. During the 10-day fermentation period, the fruit was plunged four times a day to help extract colour, fruit flavour and tannin. The wine then went through a full MLF and a portion went to oak. Heretaunga Plains, Hawke’s Bay A fantastic season. A warm February to help promote flavour and colour, finished off by stable harvest conditions. 100% Merlot Parcels of this wine were matured with French oak. Alc Vol: 13.9 %     Acidity (TA): 4.7 g/L     Residual Sugar: 3.4 g/L 2007 - 2009 Enjoy this wine with a warm lamb, green bean and beetroot salad.