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Dandelion Vineyards Damsel of the Barossa Merlot

TASTING NOTE
Dark-purple, red, and grainy. Aromatics of blueberries and plums, hints of African Violets at night, and from deft older oak usage a distant waft of teak and cinnamon. Also emerging are aromatics of the Spring and of all things green. Morning rain on a well-manicured lawn… Pristine merlot primary aromas. Definitive.

On the palate, Cool dark berry fruits are extremely fine yet also in abundance. That grainy, unfiltered color translates directly to the tannins and textures of the palate. This is a savory, long, dry, and gripping red wine – yet underneath there is a mulberry fruit plushness coupled to a clean and lingering acidity.

Service Temperature: 16-18°C

Decanting: Recommended for at least 1 hour.

Food Pairing:
Pairs well with hearty meat dishes such as grilled steak or roasted lamb. It also goes well with strong cheeses like aged cheddar or blue cheese.

Awards:
Trophy for Champion Shiraz & Predominant blends – The New Zealand International Wine Show 2022
96 Points, Double Gold Medal – The New Zealand International Wine Show 2022
Silver Medal – 2023 Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition
Silver – Royal Hobart Wine Show 2022
Silver Award – 2022 Cathay Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition (HKIWSC)

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RED WINE

ABV: 14.5% VOL.
Grape: Merlot
Country: Australia
Aging: Aged 20 months in French oak barrels
Seal: Screw Top

Dandelion’s Damsel is always our best old vine Barossa Merlot.
Dandelion Vineyards is a unique fusion of vineyards and vignerons. Our wines represent decades of experience, blending the fruit of our old vine gardens with the finest traditions of artisan winemaking.

Dandelion Vineyards are proven plantings that have stood the test of time. Our wish is to nurture the unique character of these vineyards and express their terroir in our wines.

Capturing variety, vintage and vineyard requires an enlightened approach and although our growers see the Devil in every weed, we encourage the humble Dandelion amongst the vines as they suppress winter weeds, provide mulch in summer, and proffer their Wishing Clocks in spring to blow off to make our wish come true.

Sourced from our old vine Barossa vineyard, these ancient, gnarled vines are not only surviving but thriving on their own roots in some of the oldest soils on the planet.

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