Meritage

2004 Howell Mountain Red Blend

The Joseph Carr Meritage from the Howell Mountain region is a captivating red blend that showcases the essence of its terroir. This wine exhibits a deep ruby hue, inviting you into its complex profile. On the palate, it boasts a full-bodied structure, balanced with vibrant acidity that refreshes with each sip. Its fruit intensity is prominent, revealing rich flavors of dark berries and plums intermingled with hints of spice and earthiness. The tannins are notably firm yet approachable, providing a delightful backbone that contributes to its longevity. As a dry wine, it perfectly complements hearty dishes, making it an ideal choice for a memorable dining experience.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Oak

Flavor profile:

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Napa County

It may be small, but when it comes to American wine regions, they do not come much bigger than Napa County. Home to the famous Napa Valley, which comprises most of its area, the Napa name has gained global recognition for its exceptional wines—especially its Bordeaux varieties. Most Napa County wineries choose to be more location-specific when labeling their wine, listing the name of sub-regions like Yountville, Los Carneros or Rutherford to capitalize on the name recognition. However, with such an abundance of high-quality grapes grown across the region, plenty of négociant winemakers blend fruit from different sub-regions. This gives Napa County wines excellent regional balance, taking advantage of different terroirs and mesoclimates.

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