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Rare Bear Red

Virginia Merlot

Bluestone Vineyard's Rare Bear Red showcases the elegant Merlot grape, painting the glass with a rich red hue. Hailing from the Virginia wine region, this wine embodies a harmonious balance of body, acidity, fruit intensity, tannins, and dryness. The Merlot varietal in this bottle offers a luscious medium body, a bright and lively acidity that dances on your palate, a prominent fruit intensity that delights the senses, notable tannins that provide structure, and a dry finish that leaves you longing for more. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or new to the world of red wines, Bluestone Vineyard's Rare Bear Red is a perfect choice to savor the essence of Virginia's winemaking prowess.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry, Plum, Baking Spice

Black Cherry

Plum

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:

Mushroom Risotto, Lamb Chops, Balsamic Glazed Beef Tenderloin

Region:

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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