Marauding Vintners McLaren Vale Mistress Merlot 2019

Mistress Merlot is a true globetrotting entertainer equally at home in the world’s most extravagant venues or hanging out in the humblest haunts. Always alluring – at times, as here, displaying her well-rounded, fleshy charms, and fruity, even spicy edge – but you may glimpse power and complexity behind her natural dark elegance. Many swear lifelong devotion. Others, loving her in mixed company, are more cautious when finding her alone. She’s hard to pin down – but, whatever her mood, the show’s never dull. You’ll not want to miss the Mistress.