Narkoojee Athelstan Merlot Central Coast proving that this once-overlooked grape

proving that this once-overlooked grape is anything but second fiddle to Chardonnay

A classic Heathcote red with marked spice and pepper accents

Following a gentle 7-day post-ferment maceration

Paul Osicka

winding up crisp and bracing overall

Narkoojee Athelstan Merlot Central Coast proving that this once-overlooked grapeHonouring Athelstan Friend, who originally operated the Narkoojee property as a dairy farm, this wine is handpicked from estate vines and fermented with indigenous yeasts. Lively and expressive, it evolves gracefully over time. Bouquet: Mulberry, morello cherry, rhubarb, chocolate, violets, and spicy French oak. Flavour: Moyer plum, mulberry, scorched almond, and rich chocolate. Texture: Elegant and well balanced, with fine tannins and a lingering