2021 Craggy Range Sophia Merlot Blend 750ml

2021 Craggy Range Sophia Merlot Blend 750mlGimblett Gravels, New Zealand Red Bold and Structured A refined and elegant hand crafted Merlot dominant blend that represents both the vignerons art and an inherent understanding of the land, ensuring Sophia is the finest expression of the terroir and the people. Sophia, meaning wisdom in Greek mythology, pays tribute to the goddess of knowledge and experience, information and understanding a philosophy adopted by our winemakers and viticulturists

it unveils layers of ripe peach

and warm spices intertwine

comes arguably the best Bogan ever released in its 20-year history

dry weather which arrived in McLaren Vale just before picking in early April

and is likely to rate (even) higher in time

but inspired by the new

Smoking their malt in this way captures this traditional flavour in a whisky with an uniquely Swedish characteristic

from deep oak and vanilla to subtle hints of dried fruit and spice

resulting in a wine that is powerful without heaviness and rich without sacrificing elegance

it is the benchmark that tells me what the vines need

The palate is treated to a smooth blend of vanilla

Each sip is a journey into the heart of Islay