2004 Merlot

Magnum (1.5L)  $140.00 Double Magnum (3L)  $280.00 Imperial (6L)  $560.00

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Best North American Wine - VinoChallenge International 2007
Best Red Wine from North America - VinoChallenge International 2007
Gold Medal - VinoChallenge International 2007

The fact that we picked each zone when it was at its maximum potential, stretched this year’s Merlot harvest from September 8th to September 24th. Merlot is a varietal that does very well year after year on our gentle sloping vineyards. It is often a key varietal in the Lake William blend, contributing deep amethyst hues and elegant flavors. Another selected portion of the Merlot is bottled as a varietal wine. Before bottling, the 2004 vintage aged 18 months in new French Nevers oak, allowing the wine to integrate its red berry flavor characteristics into a wine particularly food friendly. We recommend enjoying this wine now through 2011.
This wine received 90 points ― Exceptional from the BTI (Beverage Testing Institute)