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Orofino Merlot Cabernet 2004
Cawston, Similkameen Valley, British Columbia, CanadaMinty, orange peel, peppery, compost, tobacco, cherry jam aromas. Dry, round, slightly tannic palate and warm but has some finesse. Light roasted bell pepper, minty, orange, cherry, leafy, black olive, smoky oak and vanilla flavours. A bit hot and tannic but a solid effort. Needs 2-4 years to soften out. Unfined and unfiltered. Tasted: 26 October 2006Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $29.88 | 750ml | winery direct |
Blend: Merlot - Cabernet SauvignonUPC: 626990053668