CLASSIC
Merlot
Fragrant | Textural | Smooth
range
Classic
region
Marlborough
varietal
Merlot
This wine has a dark, plummy hue. The aroma is fragrant with plums, blackberries and black cherry notes. The palate shows plums, cherry and blackberry fruit flavours supported by a fleshy, textural palate.
The toasty oak provides subtle spicy and savoury characters that are well integrated with the fruit.
Tasting Notes
The Stoneleigh range consists of distinctive, elegant, fruit forward Marlborough wines that reflect the unique terroir of our stone-studded vineyards. Started by nature and finished by the talents of the Stoneleigh winemakers, our philosophy of minimum intervention in the winery ensures that the vibrant avours of Stoneleigh are captured in each and every bottle.
Serving Suggestions
How to Serve
Best served between 12-18°C
Which Glass
A Bordeaux glass will suit best with a smaller bowl than a standard red wine glass
Food Pairing
Best enjoyed as an accompaniment to succulent red meat dishes such as spring lamb, game and roast beef served with dark sauces.
How to Cellar
0 – 4 years