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The Fresh Market

2005 South Eastern Australia 75% Cabernet Sauvignon & 25% Merlot

Christmas Traditions The Fresh Market is a delightful red wine that beautifully showcases a blend of seventy-five percent Cabernet Sauvignon and twenty-five percent Merlot. Hailing from the picturesque region of South Eastern Australia, this vintage from 2005 presents a captivating deep crimson hue in the glass. The wine boasts a full-bodied profile with a medium acidity that provides a nice balance to its plush character. Bright and fruit-forward, it exudes vibrant notes of blackcurrant and cherry, complemented by subtle undertones of tobacco and spice. The tannins are firm yet approachable, ensuring a smooth experience on the palate. This well-crafted, dry red is perfect for festive gatherings or cozy evenings, making it a wonderful choice for holiday celebrations.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Oak

Oak

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


South Eastern Australia
South Eastern Australia

Covering the entire southeastern third of the country, the South Eastern Australia designation is a vast area (over 1,200 miles long and encompassing the regions of South Australia, New South Wales and Tasmania). Many of Australia's best wines are made here. From the stunning Shiraz produced around Adelaide to the luscious Sémillons of the Hunter Valley, and from the fragrant Pinot Noirs of Tasmania to the lush Chardonnay of Riverina, nearly every grape variety and wine style flourishes in South Eastern Australia, basking in the sun-kissed Mediterranean climate and rich, varied soils.

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