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Valdivieso Sparkling Merlottext
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Valdivieso Sparkling Merlot NV

ChileDeep dark, cherry red colour. Fairly intense cherry fruit aromas, earth and almonds jump out of the glass but the flavours are drier with stemmy, earthy notes. A curiosity that as a category is attracting a reasonable number of consumers. Big enough to serve with duck. Tasted: 06 June 2002Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
BC$15.95750mlSpeculative - Marfful Consultants
Producer: ViƱa ValdiviesoDistributors: Seacove Premium Wines and Spirits
Blend: Chardonnay - Pinot Noir