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Old Town Alexandria

Virginia Merlot

Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery's Old Town Alexandria Merlot is a delightful expression of Virginia's winemaking potential, showcasing the region's unique terroir. This red wine displays a full-bodied profile with a harmonious balance of flavors, making it both approachable and rewarding for enthusiasts. The acidity is bright and mouthwatering, enhancing the wine's liveliness and ensuring a refreshing finish. With medium to firm tannins, it offers a smooth structure that integrates beautifully with the ripe fruit notes, which are prominent yet not overpowering, featuring luscious black cherry and plum. This Merlot is fruit-friendly in character, making it an excellent choice for pairing with a variety of dishes, from grilled meats to hearty pastas, while maintaining its dry profile that invites repeated sips. Enjoy the experience of Virginia's captivating winemaking with this charming Merlot.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Plum

Plum

Chocolate

Chocolate

Region:


Virginia
Virginia

Virginia, with its rich historical heritage and varied landscapes, is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions on the East Coast. Spanning from the Atlantic coastline to the Appalachian Mountains, Virginia's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) encompass a wide array of terroirs. The cool breezes from the Atlantic and the higher elevations of the mountains play a major role in moderating Virginia's vineyards, providing a balanced climate that allows grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive in the coastal and mountainous regions, producing elegant and nuanced wines, while further inland, the warmer valleys support the cultivation of bigger, bolder wines. This range of conditions allows Virginia to produce a wide variety of wine styles, reflective of its unique and diverse growing regions.

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