TASTING NOTES FOR Parker Estate Terra Rossa Merlot Coonawarra South Australia 2019

🍷 Appearance
Deep ruby red with vibrant crimson hues, rich and inviting in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and expressive, showing ripe plum, black cherry and blackberry with hints of dark chocolate, tobacco leaf, spice and subtle cedar oak. Gentle earthy and herbal notes add classic Coonawarra complexity.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied with generous dark berry fruit flavours layered with plum, blackcurrant and mocha notes. The palate is supple and savoury with excellent balance, bright acidity and refined regional character.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Smooth and silky with fine tannins providing structure without heaviness. The finish is long and polished, carrying lingering notes of dark fruit, spice and subtle chocolate.

🍇 Overall Style
A refined cool-climate Merlot showing the elegance and structure that Coonawarra can deliver. Rich enough to satisfy lovers of plush Merlot while retaining freshness, finesse and regional definition.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast lamb, beef pasta dishes, mushroom risotto, chargrilled sausages and semi-hard cheeses. Also excellent with slow-cooked casseroles and barbecue dishes.

🍷 BBD Verdict
A beautifully balanced Merlot offering generous fruit, silky texture and classic Coonawarra structure. Smooth, savoury and highly drinkable, this is an excellent example of premium Australian Merlot delivering terrific value and versatility.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷