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Merlot

2021 New Mexico Merlot

The St Clair Merlot from the vibrant region of New Mexico in the 2021 vintage showcases a beautiful red hue in the glass. This Merlot offers a medium body that carries delightful fruit-forward characteristics. The acidity is well-balanced, enhancing the vibrant fruit flavors without overpowering the palate. Its smooth tannins provide structure and depth to the wine, making it a versatile choice for many occasions. The St Clair Merlot finishes with a pleasant dryness, leaving a lingering note of the New Mexico terroir in each sip.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry, Blackberry, Chocolate

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Chocolate

Chocolate

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

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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