Goldwater
Goldwater Esslin
Merlot · New Zealand
From public reviewers
3reviews
87median pts
$99median price
Shows obvious oak influence that seems almost like maple syrup in character; also solid black-cherry fruit that has just a hint of dried herbs. Low acidity gives it an appealing lushness. || This particular bottling from Goldwater continues to be an enigma. Despite the wine's fame (and price), I've never been moved by it. The 2002 shows pretty, Bordeaux-like nuances of earth and tobacco on the nose, then charming cherry and vanilla flavors on the palate. Yet it never really fleshes out, and it turns a bit herbal an…
Sources: Wine Enthusiast
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