Back in 2012 the original Al’s Merlot was dedicated to the message of Al Green’s music. Love, happiness and soul.
Since then many vintages have been shared with family and friends.
This is the 10th anniversary of the project.
Please email for wholesale enquiries.
Thanks to the following venues for ordering;
Havilah, Launceston
Alabama Hotel, Hobart
Crescent Hotel, Hobart
O.MY, Victoria
The Waterloo Inn, Swansea
Aløft, Hobart
Bar Wa, Hobart
Ogee, Hobart
The Moonah Hotel, Hobart
Institute Pölaire, Hobart
Bickerstaff Blizzard, Hobart
The New Sydney Hotel, Hobart
Cheers!
CURRENT VINTAGE
2021 Al’s Merlot
Grapes: Nocton Vineyard Merlot, Coal River Valley, Tasmania
Volume: 4 x 225L old oak barrels
Winemaker: Ricky Evans, Two Tonne Tasmania
Format: 750ml bottles, screw cap
Tasting Notes: A refreshing medium bodied red, with raspberry, Moccona & a Chianti-like grip.
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PREVIOUS VINTAGES
🍇 2021 Al's Merlot (McLaren Vale)
Grapes: 80% merlot (Lennon Vineyard), 20% Cabernet (Omensetter Vineyard), McLaren Vale, SA.
Winemaker: Brad Hickey, Brash Higgins Winery
Oak: A single 300L hogshead or 25 dozen
Format: 750ml + 1500ml bottles hand filled by Brad & Al, hand corked by Paige
Label: An original Paige Lusk oil painting
When to drink: The wine was looking so juicy and bright on bottling. Think juicy red plums. Chinese five spice, raspberries and tart blackberries. Drink immediately, even with a slight chill, as a medium bodied wine. The addition of 20% Cabernet will give ageing potential if you don’t get around to it quickly. Drink until 2026.
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🍇 2020 Al’s Merlot!
Grapes: 350kg of merlot from Grey Sands Vineyard, Glengarry, Tamar Valley, Tasmania
Volume: 200L = 90 x 1.5L magnums + 90 x 750ml bottles (approx.)
Winemaker: Ricky Evans, Two Tonne Tasmania
Oak: A single 225L barrel from Peter Dredge (Meadowbank / Brian / Dr. Edge)
The wine looks great, incredibly pretty and aromatic, and will be delicious to drink, however it needs time in bottle! Drink anytime from 2022 - 2030.
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🍇 2017 Al's Merlot
Grapes: Bishop Vineyard, Basket Range, Adelaide Hills, SA
Volume: 300L puncheon
Winemaker: BK Wines
Bramble, blackberry, dusted cocoa with a delicious crackle of spritz on the tongue.
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🍇 2012 Al's Merlot
Grapes: Barratt Vineyard, Bonython Rd, Piccadilly Valley, Adelaide Hills, SA
Volume: 225L
Winemaker: BK Wines
Blueberries, a squeeze of lemon juice, red plum, five spice. Refreshing length. The OG!