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John Mark Avant-Courier 2020 Merlot Sonoma County, California

2020 Sonoma County Merlot

The John Mark Avant-Courier 2020 Merlot from Sonoma County, California, is a beautifully crafted red wine that exudes elegance and depth. With an inviting medium-to-full body, this Merlot offers a perfect balance of luscious fruit flavors and approachable tannins. The wine's acidity adds a delightful freshness to the palate, complementing the fruit intensity exquisitely. The 2020 vintage showcases the essence of Sonoma County, delivering a rich and velvety texture that culminates in a smooth and satisfying finish.

Tasting notes:


Uplifting herbal aromas of freshly picked mint awaken the senses and join scents of sweet vanilla. A solid tannic backbone and a full body support the fruity palate. Flavors of blackcurrant partner with fresh blueberry and oak for a dry, food-friendly finish.

Vanilla

Vanilla

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Oak

Oak

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Sonoma County
Sonoma County

Many of California's world-class wines come from Sonoma County, separated from Napa by the Mayacamas Mountains. Three times the size of Napa, Sonoma is an incredibly diverse region. Cool coastal zones, fog-cloaked hillsides, sheltered valleys and craggy exposed peaks give Sonoma a vast array of terroirs and microclimates. Its many sub-regions produce a broad range of styles: from the bold Cabernets of Alexander Valley to the fragrant Pinots of Sonoma Coast and the sublime Chardonnays of Chalk Hill.

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