Gracia, de Chile Leyenda 2003 Reserve - Merlot Shiraz - tasted on 19th Oct, 2005

DETAILS:
Tasting Date: 19th Oct, 2005.
Venue: Home
Price: around HK$80 from Park N' Shop
Alcohol: 13.5%
Region: Rapel Valley
Country: Chile

APPEARANCE:
Clarity: Clear
Intensity: Deep
Colour: Ruby
Other observation: Few legs, narrow pink rim

NOSE:
Condition: Clean
Intensity: Medium
Development: Developing
Aroma: Blackcurrant, Black fruit, Plum, Chocolate, Mineral (Iron)

PALATE:
Sweetness: Off-dry
Acidity: Medium-high
Tannin: High
Intensity: Medium
Body: Medium-full
Flavour: Blackcurrant, oak, spicy, green bell pepper, black cherries
Alcohol Level: Medium
Length: Medium

CONCLUSIONS:
Quality: Good
Maturity: Ready to drink
Value Category: Inexpensive