One of the better inexpensive Oz Merlots I’ve had lately. This wine offers spicy, fireplace-smoke aromas and cool-cherry undertones on the palate. It doesn’t hit you over the head with tannins and it’s not one for the cellar, but it’s a good wine, and light enough, even, to enjoy with lunch. Imported by Guardian of the Grape Imports.——D.T.(12/1/2005)—— 87