What the winery says about  Clearview Sea Red. . . .

The classic Clearview meal finisher, a blend of Merlot and Malbec, late harvested for extra sweetness and raisin flavours.  Pressed out, fermented then fortified to 17.5%.  This fortified red dessert wine has an initial sweetness that is followed by a complex palate of juicy fruits and a soft dry finish.  Bottled in January 2008, this wine will cellar indefinitely - but why wait, enjoy it now.

What we say . . . .

This is a real rarity in New Zealand's cool climate, a lush, powerful fortified red. It's our answer to port - a vibrant, full on wine.Is it any good? Well..yes, its got lots of sweet, dense fruit on the nose, good acidity and ripe plummy depths. This is a blend of Merlot and Malbe c, giving firm grainy tannins and a dry-ish finish. At 18% alcohol this wine would cellar for many years.This is a gem of a wine and would complement blue cheese or any rich dessert. Vive La Difference!

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