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Meritage

2008 Napa Valley 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc

Trinchero Meritage is a captivating red wine from Napa Valley, showcasing a harmonious blend of seventy-two percent Cabernet Sauvignon, fifteen percent Merlot, eight percent Petit Verdot, and five percent Cabernet Franc. This wine exhibits a full-bodied profile with a luscious mouthfeel that envelops the palate. Its acidity is bright and lively, contributing to a refreshing finish that keeps you coming back for more. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing layers of dark cherry, blackberry, and plum, complemented by subtle hints of cocoa and spice. The tannins are structured and firm, providing a solid backbone while enhancing the wine's longevity. As an off-dry offering, Trinchero Meritage presents an inviting allure that pairs beautifully with rich dishes or stands alone as a splendid sipping experience.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Tobacco

Tobacco

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Napa Valley

Napa gained international acclaim following the Judgement of Paris in 1976, when its wines defeated its French counterparts in a blind tasting. Napa's signature wines are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and various Bordeaux blends, but many other varieties, such as Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc also thrive here. With 16 sub-AVAs and a Mediterranean climate with rich geology, Napa is a winemaker's dream. The winegrowing region runs between the Mayacamas Mountains and Vaca Mountains for 30 miles, from Calistoga to Los Carneros. Napa has a wide array of soil types for such a small region, from volcanic foothills to alluvial valley floors, which help to produce varied and complex wines.

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