McWilliam's Hanwood Estate Merlot 2012

Merlot is the type of wine which needs a wingman; he struggles to go it alone. A bit like your shy friend who wants to pick up on a Saturday night but can't do it all himself.

This wine gets the job done here but you do get the sense greater success would be had when it is pieced together with its best mate Cabernet.

Quite dense and deep black fruit and plum aromas greet you. A slight hint of oak rolls through to a filling and soft mouth feel. A faint pinch of spice adds some further appeal.

Often discounted to around the ten dollar mark, it's decent value. A simple drop which slides down with ease, a mid week tipple perhaps.

Region: Riverina, NSW
RRP: $14

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