Our premier Merlot is crafted from select lots of grapes grown in California’s legendary Sonoma County. Exhibiting mature, dark plum aromas enhanced by cinnamon-spiced oak tones, it boasts a velvety texture and richly fruity, red currant flavors. Completing the box is a long, warm finish bolstered by beautifully integrated tannins.
The Merlot has fresh red cherry and strawberry aromas enhanced with vanilla and toasty oak nuances. The wine is medium-bodied with layers of bright red fruit and soft tannins that lead to a lingering finish. The Merlot goes well with grilled burgers and tomato-based pasta dishes.
TECHNICAL DATA
SOURCE Select Sonoma County vineyards
VARIETALS 85% Merlot, 10% Syrah, 5% other grape varieties
ACIDITY 6.5g/l
ALCOHOL 13.5%
RESIDUAL SUGAR 4g/l
pH 3.65
SRP $31.99, which is the equivalent of about $8.00 per 750ml bottle
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Wine Enthusiast, Top 100 Best Buys of 2008, Ranked #12, December 2008
Wine Enthusiast, Best Buy, July 2008
“This Merlot-in-a-box is a terrific buy… a dry, stylish red wine whose cherry, herb and subtle oak flavors are polished. If you’ve shied away from box wines, try this one. You’ll be pleasantly surprised.”
Goes well with grilled burgers and tomato-based pasta dishes.
