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Meritage

2018 North Carolina Red Blend

The Tunnel Creek Vineyards Meritage is a captivating red blend from North Carolina's esteemed winegrowing region, showcasing the area's ability to produce exceptional wines. This 2018 vintage presents a beautiful deep red color, drawing you in with its inviting appearance. On the palate, it offers a full-bodied experience, harmoniously balanced with medium acidity that enhances its richness. The wine boasts prominent fruit intensity, delivering lush flavors of dark berries and subtle hints of plum, perfectly interwoven with complex undertones of spice and vanilla. Its tannins are notable yet polished, providing structure while allowing for a smooth finish. Overall, this red blend stands out as a dry, food-friendly option that pairs beautifully with roasted meats and hearty dishes, making it a delightful choice for both casual gatherings and elegant dining occasions.

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Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

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United States
United States

From rich and powerful California Zinfandel to spicy Oregon Pinot Noir, and from full-bodied Washington Merlot to aromatic New York Riesling, the wines of the United States are nearly as diverse as its population. People have been making wine in North America from European vitis vinifera vines since the first French settlers arrived in the 1500s. Progress stalled along the way by pests and diseases that the vine had never encountered in its homelands, but today wine is produced in all 50 states. With more than 260 AVAs to discover, each with its unique climate and landscape, wines of the United States have much to offer.

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