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Bartier Bros. Merlot Cerqueira Vineyard 2022
Oliver, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaThe 2022 Merlot from Cerqueira Vineyard is grown on the Black Sage Terrace in Oliver over sandy loam topsoil on mainly granite glacial till. Post stainless steel, it lasts 15 months in 225-litre neutral French barrels. This style differs entirely from what you usually encounter in the South Okanagan. Look for a higher mineral presence, refreshing blue fruits, wet stones, and fresh but supple tannins.Tasted: 01 June 2024Tasted by: Prices:BC | $25.99 | 750ml | winery online/direct, select private retailers, restaurants |
AB | $24.99 | 750ml | private wine shops |
Grape: MerlotCSPC: 225706UPC: 628055147114