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Alligator

2005 California Merlot

Alligator Hill Alligator is a superb red Merlot from the sunny vineyards of California, crafted in the exceptional vintage of 2005. This wine showcases a full-bodied profile that offers a delightful experience on the palate. With its bright acidity, it brings a refreshing quality that enhances the juicy red fruit flavors, making each sip vibrant and enticing. The tannins are notable yet smooth, providing structure without overpowering the fruity notes. The wine is beautifully dry, allowing the complex layers of dark cherry and plum to shine through, making it a fantastic choice for various occasions. Perfectly balanced, Alligator Hill Alligator is not only an enjoyable wine but also a testament to the quality that California wines can offer.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Vanilla

Vanilla

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Region:


California
California

California is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions in the world. Spanning 850 miles along North America's west coast—and inland across mountains and valleys—California's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) cover a dizzying array of terroir. The cold, deep waters of the Pacific Ocean play a major role in cooling California's vineyards, sending fog and chilly air up to 100 miles inland. This tempers the daytime heat and allows grapes to ripen slowly but fully. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive closest to the sea, while further inland, bigger, bolder wines prevail.

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