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The Little Penguin Merlot 2010 Wine Review

The Little Penguin Merlot 2010

The Little Penguin Merlot 2010

South Eastern Australia, Australia

Community Score:85/100

Community Reviews: 4

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Price: $10.95

Drink: 2012-2014

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: The Little Penguin

Agent: Noble Estates Wines & Spirits Inc.

Natalie's Score: 85/100

Tasty, full-bodied and smooth with juicy black plum notes. Nice price. Some black cherry on the finish.

Merlot food pairings: cheeseburgers hot off the barbeque, pulled pork sandwiches or freshly grilled fajitas.

This The Little Penguin Merlot 2010 was reviewed on June 22, 2012 by Natalie MacLean

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Pricing & Stock Information

  • BCLDB
  • 135244
  • $11.60 
  • Check Stock
  • AGLC
  • 713451

Reviews and Ratings

Louise rated this wine as 85/100
Community Reviewer reviewed this wine as follows:

Aromas of black cherry, spice and juicy strawberries blend with hints of toasted coconut like oak. Full of flavour, black cherry and strawberry notes follow from the nose onto a vibrant, supple palate. The finish is soft, smooth and long.

Source: NB Liquor Stores
Community Reviewer reviewed this wine as follows:

Les arômes de cerises noires, d'épices et de fraises juteuses se mélangent avec des touches de noix de coco grillée. Rempli de saveur, les touches de cerises noires et de fraises suivent le nez vers un palais souple et vibrant. Son fini est doux, mo

Source: NB Magasin d'Alcool
The Little Penguin Merlot is a deep ruby red color. Aromas of cherry,
spice and juicy plums blend with hints of subtle oak. The aromas lead
to a rich mouthfeel full of black cherry and raspberry notes. The
finish is soft and smooth with well integrated tannins

1 Member would buy this wine again

 

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