14 Hands Reserve Merlot 2011

Rating90

Price30.00

Vintage2011

VarietalMerlot

AppellationHorse Heaven Hills

Winery14 Hands Winery

Alcohol14.50%

Production300 cases

Bottle Size750 ml

CategoryRed Wine

Aging ProgramBarrel aged in French and American oak (90% new)

Oak OriginFrench and American

Blend97% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Cabernet Franc

Total Acidity5.50 g/L

pH3.68

The 14 Hands Reserve Merlot 2011 brims with berry and spice flavors from the Hose Heaven Hills. The nose abounds with aromas of blackberry and rich black cherries. Anise and tobacco linger in the background, providing intrigue. The palate is robust and mouthfilling, with firm, chewy tannins. Flavors of dark berries and stone fruits are present, and the finish is lingering and generous. Enjoy this rich red wine with almost any dinner menu. It will pair particularly well with seared sirloin strip steak, pistachio crusted lamb chops, or chorizo stuffed mushrooms.

Taste SummaryAnise, Black Cherry, Blackberry, Tobacco

Wine QualitiesRich