Saint Clair Vicar's Choice Merlot 2022

Overview:

Saint Clair Vicar’s Choice Merlot 2022 is a dark garnet expression that combines ripe fruit charm with savoury elegance. Perfumed aromas of red fruits and festive spices lead into a full, fruit-forward palate of stewed plum and spice. Rounded and generous, the wine shows a chocolate-like structure, subtle oak influence and a lingering finish. Crafted from select low-cropping vineyards across Marlborough’s Wairau Plain and Hawke’s Bay, this Merlot reflects both regions’ ripeness and balance.

Tasting Notes:

Lifted aromas of ripe red fruits, plum and Christmas cake spice unfold into a round, fruit-driven palate. Generous notes of stewed plum, savoury spice and dark chocolate create warmth and depth, while oak adds subtle structure. Supple tannins and a smooth, lingering finish make this an immediately enjoyable wine that will continue to develop for up to five years from vintage.