Tasting Notes - Hartz Barn Merlot 2003 (Recommended)

Dark blood red in the glass. Sweet nose, feels a touch sugary, but has reasonable lift. A little simple though. An interesting contrast in the palate, starts off somewhat simple and sweet. This blows off soon enough to reveal a more balanced medium bodied style that shows hints of savouriness that has really defined the Hartz Barn 2001 wines and to a lesser extent the 2002's. This is a little young right now but based on previous vintages likely to improve for drinking in a 4 - 7 yr time frame.