Black Stallion Limited Release Merlot 2012

Price40.00

Vintage2012

VarietalMerlot

AppellationNapa Valley

WineryBlack Stallion Estate Winery

Alcohol14.80%

Bottle Size750 ml

CategoryRed Wine

Aging ProgramBarrel aged 20 months in French oak (4% new)

Oak OriginFrench

Blend88% Merlot

Total Acidity6.00 g/L

pH3.48

The Black Stallion Limited Release Merlot 2012 is an alluring medley of fruit and coffee shop flavors. The bouquet opens with rich aromas of black plums, dark chocolate, and toasty vanilla. These flavors are compounded on the palate, which displays ripe boysenberry, black cherry, warm roasted espresso beans, and allspice. This wine has beautifully balanced acidity and silky tannins. The finish is long, encouraging another sip. Consider pairing this red wine with a variety of cuisines – it will be warmly welcomed on any dinner table.

Taste SummaryBlack Cherry, Chocolate, Coffee, Plum, Vanilla

Wine QualitiesFruity, Spicy, Toasty