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Frind Estate Premier Merlottext
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Frind Estate Premier Merlot 2019

Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaFrom Frind Estate's Rock Pile Vineyard in Oliver, a former gravel pit, this is led by dusty, mocha-flaked oak that sits on top of plummy fruit. The desert sage characteristic of the South Okanagan also comes through, adding an extra dimension to the wine. It's clearly quite youthful at this stage, but it's also been made to be ready-to-go out of the gates. The palate is smooth and easy, helped by a touch of residual sugar (5 g/L), and it comes in at an attractive 13% abv.Tasted: 17 November 2020Tasted by: Prices:
BC$32.99750mlwinery direct
Producer: Frind EstateDistributors: Winery Direct
Grape: MerlotCSPC: 70795UPC: 626990415275