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Meritage

2005 New Mexico Cabernet Sauvignon 20%, Merlot 50%, Cabernet Franc 30%

Casa Rondena Winery Meritage from the enchanting region of New Mexico presents a captivating red wine experience. This blend showcases an impressive union of grape varieties, with Merlot taking the lead followed by Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. The vintage reveals a full-bodied expression, displaying prominent fruit intensity that evokes rich flavors of dark berry fruits intertwined with subtle herbal notes. The acidity is bright and refreshing, creating a delightful balance with the wine's notable tannins, which add structure and depth. This well-crafted wine is dry, making it an excellent companion for a variety of culinary delights. Enjoying a glass of this Meritage is an invitation to explore the beauty and complexity of New Mexican terroir.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

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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