Brash Higgins 'MRLO' Merlot
DARK CHERRIES SEDUCTIVE GRIPPY
Body: Medium-ish
Grapes: Merlot (85%), Nero d'Avola (15%)
Region: McLaren Vale
Vintage: 2021
Winemaker: Brad Hickey
Winemaking: Ferment occurred in amphora open top fermenters / pressed off to settle then added back into amphora for 7 months of ageing
ABV: 14.4%
Volume: 750ml
Serving Suggestion: Room temp
'Deep purple in the glass, the nose is vibrant and sweet fruited. Aromas of grapes, oyster shell, earthy clay, black jelly bean, black tea, jerusalem artichoke and orange peel. On the palate it’s smooth and seductive, dark cherries, spiced plum. Glossy acidity from the Nero d’Avola addition keeps it refreshing and grippy; finishes with an after breath of dried violets and righteous tannins.' Brad Hickey