Yalumba Y-Series Merlot 2009

The Y-Series of Yalumba saluted the proud history of viticulture and winemaking in South Australia. The Merlot depicts the winery dog. It could be a Flash, a Nuggat or an Archie type dog. With its wet nose, soft fur and sparkling, clear eyes, the dog is a reminder of loyal and long term relationships, a hallmark of the Yalumba culture.
This Merlot is an intense crimson red and displays aromas of beetroot and red fruits with hints of eucalypt, crushed fennel and tobacco leaf. The palate is youthful and bright with red currants and mulberries, juicy fruit through the mid palate, velvety tannins and rhubarb tartness on the finish.