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El Merlot Grande

New Mexico Merlot

The Relleno Brothers El Merlot Grande is a captivating red wine hailing from the sunny vineyards of New Mexico. This full-bodied Merlot dazzles the palate with its bold yet approachable personality, showcasing a delightful balance of acidity that lends it a refreshing quality. The fruit intensity is pronounced, delivering luscious notes of ripe blackberries and plums, complemented by subtle hints of baking spices and vanilla. The tannins are notably firm, providing a robust structure that enhances the wine's depth without overwhelming the senses. This wine is dry, making it an excellent companion to a wide array of foods, from grilled meats to rich pasta dishes, ensuring an enjoyable dining experience.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Plum

Plum

Chocolate

Chocolate

Region:


New Mexico
New Mexico

New Mexico, with its high desert landscapes and dramatic mountain ranges, offers a unique and diverse winegrowing environment in the American Southwest. The state's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) benefit from the high altitude and the intense sunlight, which together create a significant diurnal temperature variation. This variation sharply cools the vineyards at night, tempering the daytime heat and allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors while retaining essential acids. The arid climate and minimal rainfall reduce the risk of vine diseases and allow vintners to control vine vigor through irrigation. Vineyards at lower elevations tend to produce bolder, more intense wines, while those at higher elevations excel in growing cooler-climate varieties, yielding more delicate and aromatic wines.

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