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Wine Details
Price:
$24.00 per bottle
Description:
Nestled in the foothills of the Siskiyou Mountains of Southern Oregon, the Rogue Valley offers the warmest growing conditions in the state. The combination of deep valleys and high elevations that collect cool night air creates microclimates ideal for growing Bordeaux grape varietals with intense color and flavor. Our wine is generously structured showing rich oak, black cherry and cassis aromas that give way to opulent black fruit flavors. The finish presents a sensational rush of blackberries and dark chocolate. 2004 Portland Wine & Art Festival, Gold Medal Winner!
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Varietal Definition
Merlot:
Merlot is known as a Noble Bordeaux varietal. Although it came to France in the first century, it was not named until the 1880s. Merlot was originally used only for blending, as it is soft and compliant, very useful in softening other Bordeaux wines like Cabernets. Recently in California and Chile it became popular as a 100% varietal wine. Merlot tends to be easier to grow in a variety of soil conditions and is harvested earlier in the year than Cabernet. Although most Merlots are made to be drunk earlier, there are many with complexities of a Cabernet. Flavors of plum, black cherry, violet, chocolate and orange pair well with rich, red pasta dishes, hearty chicken dishes, and any beef combination that you fancy. The perfect match of course is chocolate. Not only does the chocolate compliment the wine and vice-versa, but the essence of both flavors linger eternally.
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