Mission Merlot

Lodi Merlot

Rancho Capistrano Winery crafts a delightful Merlot from the Lodi region. This red wine offers a medium-body with a well-balanced acidity that highlights the prominent fruit flavors. The Mission Merlot is known for its lush and velvety texture, making it a perfect companion for cozy evenings or social gatherings. The wine showcases the classic characteristics of Merlot grapes, with a focus on rich fruit intensity and soft tannins. The dry finish of this Merlot from Lodi adds an elegant touch to its overall profile.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

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

Pairs well with:

Roasted Duck, Roasted Lamb, BBQ Pork Ribs

Region:

Lodi

The jewel of the Central Valley, Lodi lies just east of the California Delta in an area of varied terroir. Winemakers here can extract different grape variety expressions from each plot of land. Zinfandel is common here, making deeply fruity and tantalizingly smoky wines, often from old vines. But the deep loamy soils and balmy Mediterranean climate, with its warm days and cool nights, help keep Lodi's grape varieties and winemaking styles impressively diverse. Alongside the ubiquitous Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot and Viognier also thrive. Lodi is a melting pot of different grape varieties and winemaking techniques, all of which make it a rewarding region to explore.

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