Dutschke 80 Block St Jakobi Vineyard Merlot
Ken Semmler planted merlot in his St Jakobi vineyard in 1980, and this release is one of the best Australian merlots I’ve tasted in a long while. It’s a bargain, too. Distinctly merlot and classically Barossa, this is bright, crunchy and engaging style that confidently confirms Wayne and Brenda Dutschke’s decision to make merlot a regular in Dutschke’s exciting portfolio. Crunchy blackcurrant and blackberry fruit lingers with impressive persistence, energised by vibrant acidity and well poised, finely structured tannins that carry considerable promise. It belies its 14.8% alcohol level. $20 at Cellar Link.
By Tyson Stelzer
15 Jan 2015
Tyson Stelzer is a multi-award winning wine writer, television host and producer and international speaker. He was named The International Wine & Spirit Communicator of the Year, The Australian Wine Communicator of the Year and The International Champagne Writer of the Year. He is the author and publisher of seventeen wine books, contributor to many wine magazines, a frequent judge and chair at Australian wine shows and a presenter at wine events in 12 countries. TysonStelzer.com is your link to wine recommendations, book sales, tours and events.
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