2006 Tapanappa Merlot Wratton Bully Whalebone Vineyard

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  6/20/2012 - StewartWent wrote: 87 Points

  In 2 minds here; is this under-fruited (and even tired) or instead a old world classic structure still to come out of its shell. Given Croser's involvement the latter is a reasonable bet but I'm not convinced. Muted nose with a faint touch of gamey red berries. Palate is subtle with not much primary fruit, rather more game, old tabacco and a layer of powdery and Bordeaux-like tannin. Good length but the fruit doesn't travel. Would have expected more from this, particularly at full retail.

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