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Matanzas Creek Journey Red Meritagetext
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Matanzas Creek Journey Red Meritage 1999

Sonoma County, California, United StatesOrange rind, mint, cherry jam, weedy, smoky vanilla aromas with a touch of barnyard, cassis and pepper in the background. Rich, round and flavourful with some very defined dry, tight tannins. Smoky, tobacco, cherry, mint, orange peel, leather and pepper flavours. Elegant olive, earthy finish. A tight but elegant style that will need a minimum of 2-5 years to fully round out.Tasted: 17 February 2003Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
CA$155.00750mlWinery Only
BC$250.00750mlEstimated Retail
Producer: Matanzas Creek WineryDistributors: Summit Fine Wines
Blend: Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon