{"product_id":"credaro-five-tales-merlot-2023-margaret-river-12-bottles","title":"Credaro Five Tales Merlot 2025 Margaret River - 12 Bottles","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinery Background\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCredaro Family Estate is a third-generation, family-owned winery established in Margaret River by the Credaro family. Rooted in Italian heritage dating back to the 1920s, the winery focuses on crafting fruit-driven wines reflecting regional elegance and value. The Five Tales range celebrates stories shared across generations through accessible, varietal wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards and Vintage Conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrapes for this Merlot are sourced from selected vineyards within Margaret River. The 2023 season posed challenges with reduced yields due to La Niña conditions, yet delivered small fruit and concentrated flavours under favourable warm days and cool nights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis wine is crafted with gentle handling and stainless steel fermentation to preserve crisp fruit expression. Maturation in oak contributes subtle complexity while maintaining the wine’s approachable style and texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Medium dark red with purple tints.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Rich red and blue fruit aromas with hints of violets and pop rock florals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: A harmonious blend of plum skin and blue fruit flavours with sweet cocoa tannins, finishing with a vibrant raspberry coulis character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Clean, lingering and flavourful with smooth tannins and charming brightness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs beautifully with medium rich dishes such as roast lamb, beef ragu and hearty pasta. It also complements aged cheeses and autumnal vegetable dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Credaro Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43988169294004,"sku":"VP-CFTME23MR-12P","price":233.43,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/5805\/8164\/files\/buy-Credaro-Five-Tales-Merlot-2025-Margaret-River-12-Bottles-Just-Wines-31859089539252.jpg?v=1787114763","url":"https:\/\/justwines.com.au\/products\/credaro-five-tales-merlot-2023-margaret-river-12-bottles","provider":"Just Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}