Tasting Notes - Summerfield Merlot 2001

Dry red style that is ageing well. Quite a bold interpretation with some grip and heat. Well settled red berry nose and touches of licorice - almost shiraz like. Nice gamey notes kick in late to bolster complexity. Got a few years left but unlikely to aspire to greatness. QPR mixed at the original price tag of $38, leaves it just shy of a "Reco" tag.