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CedarCreek Merlot 2013
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaSpicy black plum, blackcurrant, peppery steak seasoning and fruitcake fill this fuller, plush merlot, one seasoned with a sprinkle of malbec and cabernet sauvignon. Twenty-one months in French oak is apparent in the structure, a firm and warm hug. Tannins and wood are well integrated and a welcome benefit of having the 2013 as current release. Vanilla and heat (nearing 15 percent alcohol) linger on the finish, but nothing that grilled steak won't happily meet. Dialled and impressive, especially at this price.Tasted: 02 August 2016Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:BC | $18.00 | 750ml | winery direct, VQA wine shops |
Blend: Merlot - Cabernet Franc - Cabernet SauvignonCSPC: 408666UPC: 778913031533