Merriam Vineyards Windacre Estate Merlot 2011

Price30.00

Vintage2011

DesignationWindacre Vineyards

VarietalMerlot

AppellationRussian River Valley

WineryMerriam Vineyards

Alcohol14.40%

Production260 cases

Bottle Size750 ml

CategoryRed Wine

Aging ProgramBarrel aged 18 months in French oak barrels (40% new)

Oak OriginFrench

Blend98% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon

Total Acidity6.80 g/L

pH3.48

The Merriam Vineyards Windacre Estate Merlot 2011 is an opulent red wine that has plenty of berry flavor. The wine is deep ruby red in the glass and displays aromas of raspberry, dried black cherry, and accents of vanilla. The palate is rich and viscous, with persistent notes of cherry, cassis, and red berry. This wine has a rich amount of fruit flavor, but a medium acidity and light tannins keep this vintage approachable and perfect with a variety of dinner menus. This wine will also age well in the cellar.

Taste SummaryBlack Cherry, Cherry, Raspberry, Vanilla

Wine QualitiesMedium acidity, Rich, Soft tannin