Ratings
San Francisco International Wine Competition Gold Medal 2019 vintage; Wine Spectator 86 points for Cabernet Merlot blend
Awards
Gold Medal at San Francisco International Wine Competition 2019 vintage
Identity
| Producer | Casella Family Brands Ltd |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | Merlot |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | bright purple red |
| Aroma | Aromas of dark plum, mulberries, subtle spice, blackcurrant, black cherry, blueberry, mulberry, oriental spices, gingerbread, vanilla |
| Palate | Soft, smooth, velvety with well-behaved tannins, balanced acidity, fresh and lively palate with a round and smooth texture |
| Finish | Medium to long finish with a slight buttery bitterness and pleasant youthful aftertaste |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with antipasto, grilled meats, spicy dishes, rich cheeses, cabbage rolls, chickpea curry, leek soup |
| Aging Potential | Drink within 2 years of purchase |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Fermentation | Our talented winemaking team put their passion and expertise into creating consistently great wines that deliver on taste and quality with every bottle. |
Interesting facts
| Yellow Tail is produced by the Casella Family Brands, a sixth-generation family winery based in South Eastern Australia. The brand is named after the yellow-footed rock wallaby, a relative of kangaroos. It is one of the fastest bottling lines in the world, processing 36,000 bottles per hour. |
Logistics
| Barcode | 9322214006328 |
| Cork | Screwcap |