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Sumac Ridge Merlot Black Sage Vineyardtext
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Sumac Ridge Merlot Black Sage Vineyard 1998

Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaFine colour. More along the spicy resiny style. Lot' s of ripe '98 fruit, black cherry, licorice and spice with a touch of prune and vanilla in the aftertaste. Medium dry finish but this wine has softened considerably in the past six months. One of the best yet from Sumac. Drink 2002.Tasted: 01 March 2001Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
BC$18.95750ml 
Producer: Sumac Ridge Estate WineryDistributors: Arterra Wines Canada
Grape: Merlot