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Noble Ridge Reserve Meritage 2022
Okanagan Falls, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaThis wine was a gold medal winner at the National Wine Awards of Canada, no doubt catching the judges' attention with its intensity and smooth, almost glycerol-like texture. Look for rambunctious black cherry, blackberry and dried herbs, followed by juicy cherry, cedar and a touch of vanilla, with plenty of BC freshness and a long finish. You can drink or hold this, as there is no hurry. The fruit comes from Noble Ridge's Home and Stony Knoll vineyards in Okanagan Falls, where sandy, gravelly glacial soils contribute to the wine's savoury, mineral undertone. Fourteen months in French and American oak, with just 18% new barrels, adds polish and spice without overwhelming the fruit. The blend is 60/31/5/4 merlot / cabernet sauvignon / cabernet franc / malbec.Tasted: 08 October 2026Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $43.00 | 750ml | winery direct, select private wine stores |
Blend: Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet Franc - MalbecCSPC: 58049UPC: 626990428824
