About the wine
The return of a juicy Hilltops hero!
- Andrew's Hilltops Merlot will deliver bold mulberry and plum fruit layers, with hints of complex oak notes. The wine is full, ripe and richly textured.
- Hilltops is a wine region surrounding but the town of Young which has an altitude of 439m. This means cool nights coupled wih warm days, leading to smooth reds that are powerful yet elegant with proven age-ability.
- There is very little Merlot grown in Hilltops and the conditions are perfect for the formation of bright berry flavours and succulent tannins. Get in on this unique treat today. Full of deep, ripe fruit characters, it will quickly become a crowd pleaser!
Best before
Cellar 3-5 years from date of vintage.
Serving advice
Cool but not cold, 17 degrees ideal. You could decant into a carafe or empty bottle before drinking but temperature most important with reds in Australia with its varied climates.
Food match
Really good with pasta, tomato based dishes or your favourite cheeses.
Contains sulphites
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Australia
Hilltops
Merlot
Smooth Red
14.4% ABV
75cl
Wine profile
Meet the winemaker - Andrew Leembruggen
- Our first Hunter Valley winemaker, Andrew is crafting delicate and perfumed wines from prime vineyards in the Hunter Valley and the diverse regions of NSW
- Over 25 vintages, Andrew made wines for some of Australia's oldest and most prestigious wineries. His experience making internationally multi-award winning wines has connected him with dedicated growers that share his passion for wines that typify the styles best reflective of the region.
- Andrew has quit his regular job, leased a winery and gone it alone. He would not have been able to do this without the support of the Naked Angels.
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