Morgenster Morgenster 2010

The 2010 Morgenster sees 18 months in French oak of which 60% is new. It has a lifted menthol-tinged bouquet that is reminiscent of Right Bank Bordeaux. The palate is medium-bodied with succulent strawberry and raspberry fruit, fine tannins and a fine line of acidity. There is an attractive caressing texture here and an understated finish that completes this commendable, classic-styled Merlot.

Ripe and juicy, but well-focused, with enticing plum sauce, black currant preserves and crushed blackberry fruit laced with mouthwatering singed apple wood and tobacco notes that drive nicely through the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Drink now through 2014. 4,000 cases made.