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Merlot

2022 California Merlot

Bonterra Merlot is a vibrant red wine from California, boasting a medium body that complements its balanced acidity and moderate fruit intensity. Crafted from Merlot grapes, the 2022 vintage offers a smooth and approachable taste profile. With its California roots, this wine captures the essence of the region's terroir, showcasing the rich fruit flavors characteristic of the area. Smooth and elegant, Bonterra Merlot is a delightful choice for those seeking a well-rounded and fruit-forward wine experience.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry, Cherry, Plum

Blackberry

Blackberry

Cherry

Cherry

Plum

Plum

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 3

Low High

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Spiciness Spiciness 2

Low High

Oak Oak 3

Low High

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Pairs well with:


Herbed Lamb Chops, Roasted Lamb, Roast Lamb

Region:


California
California

California is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions in the world. Spanning 850 miles along North America's west coast—and inland across mountains and valleys—California's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) cover a dizzying array of terroir. The cold, deep waters of the Pacific Ocean play a major role in cooling California's vineyards, sending fog and chilly air up to 100 miles inland. This tempers the daytime heat and allows grapes to ripen slowly but fully. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive closest to the sea, while further inland, bigger, bolder wines prevail.

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