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Founders' Estate Merlot

2008 California Merlot

The Beringer Founders' Estate Merlot from the 2008 vintage is a captivating expression of California's winemaking prowess. This red wine showcases a medium body, offering a delightful balance that makes it exceptionally food-friendly. With pronounced acidity, it brightens the palate and complements its lush fruit character. The wine delivers prominent fruit intensity, revealing rich notes of black cherry, plum, and a hint of dark chocolate. Tannins are notably firm, providing structure while maintaining an inviting smoothness on the finish. This Merlot is decidedly dry, allowing the fruit flavors to shine through while inviting you to savor each sip. Overall, it's an impressive wine that captures the essence of California's terroir.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry, Blackberry, Chocolate

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Chocolate

Chocolate

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 3

Low High

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Spiciness Spiciness 2

Low High

Oak Oak 3

Low High

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Pairs well with:


Barbecued Ribs, Lamb Chops, Grilled Ribs

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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