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Black Sage Vineyard Merlottext
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Black Sage Vineyard Merlot 2021

Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaA hot summer and a cool fall are keys to ripening Okanagan’s warmest vineyard site, and 2021 was challenging with its heat dome and wildfires. This is a hedonistic style of merlot at the best of times, and this year, it has an added candied cherry profile, no doubt, because of the extreme midsummer heat. Still, it has a plush and round style that will appeal to many, and is ready to drink. Prime rib would be a good match.Tasted: 23 December 2024Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:
BC$32.99750mlBCLS
AB$30.50750mlselect private retailers
Producer: Black Sage VineyardDistributors: Arterra Wines Canada
Grape: MerlotCSPC: 593053UPC: 063657031506