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Winery | Larkmead |
|---|---|
Grapes | Merlot |
Region | Napa Valley |
Wine style | Californian Merlot |
Allergens | Contains sulfites |
Wine description | It has a dark ruby red color, which leads to powerful aromas of black cherry, liquorice, charcoal and violet. Sweet dark fruit dominates the palate with complex notes graphite, roasted meat and a stony mineral quality. The mid-palate is dense, chewy and is supported by powerful and assertive mouth-coating tannins and solid acidity, which extend the wine’s length creating a sense of balance and integration. |
California Merlots tend to more fruit-forward, with lots of raspberry and blackberry cut with strong mocha and chocolate notes. The tannin tends to be softer in warm climates.
Merlot is known for producing an inky, purple juice that varies hugely in complexity depending on the process used to make it.
Merlot is the most commonly known grape variety in France, and is one of the six permitted grap...
