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Merlot

2022 California Merlot

Cupcake Merlot from the 2022 vintage is a delightful red wine made from the Merlot grape variety in California. This wine exudes a captivating ruby red color that hints at its rich and inviting character. Crafted with precision in the sunny vineyards of California, Cupcake Merlot is a perfect representation of the region's winemaking prowess. With a medium body, balanced acidity, moderate fruit intensity, gentle tannins, and a dry finish, this Merlot offers a harmonious tasting experience that is sure to please both newcomers and seasoned wine enthusiasts alike.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Plum

Plum

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Pairs well with:


Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken, Grilled Burgers, Grilled Meats

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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