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Discovery Range

2005 Colchaugua Valley Merlot

The Santa Helena Discovery Range Merlot from the esteemed Colchagua Valley is a captivating red wine that beckons with its deep ruby color and enticing aromas. This vintage, produced in 2005, showcases the region's capacity for creating rich and expressive wines. On the palate, it presents a medium-bodied structure with smooth tannins that are both notable and firm, providing a wonderful balance to the wine's overall profile. The acidity is bright and lively, bringing a refreshing quality that enhances its drinkability. Fruit intensity shines through with prominent notes of dark cherries and blackcurrants, intermingled with hints of spice and vanilla, resulting in a wine that is both approachable and complex. This Merlot is dry, making it an excellent companion to a variety of dishes, from hearty meats to savory cheeses.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Vanilla

Vanilla

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

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