Robert Channon Merlot 2003

Another Channon from my gift box, this merlot had quite a lovely bouquet of berries, cherry, black pepper, sage and a little vanilla right at the back. On the palate it was fairly light, but very soft and well balanced. Bright but soft fruit over a hint of oak, and length was a little short but this was again quite a well made wine. It really only lacked a little more body and complexity. Currently half price for $7 which is very good value indeed.
50+4+13+16+7 = 90/100