Rugientes Merlot

2021 Patagonia Merlot

The Rugientes Rugientes Merlot from the 2021 vintage hails from the picturesque region of Patagonia. This red wine showcases a medium body with a moderate acidity level and a prominent fruit intensity. The Merlot grape variety used in crafting this wine lends a beautiful red hue to the pour, accentuating its elegant and approachable characteristics. In each sip, one can taste the unique terroir of Patagonia, reflected in the rich fruit flavors that envelop the palate. With a balanced and inviting profile, this Merlot is a true testament to the winemaking artistry of the region.

Tasting notes:

Chocolate

Blackberry

Plum

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Herbed Lamb Chops, Roasted Lamb

Region:

Patagonia

The southernmost tip of Argentina is perfecto for growing cool-climate grapes. Patagonia's altitude, arid conditions and Antarctic influence result in wines with uniquely intense color and flavor. Pinot Noir is the standout variety, creating vibrant wines with glorious red fruit characters. Argentina's ever-reliable Malbec is a stalwart here, too, channeling the long, slow ripening season into gloriously bold yet elegant wines. But it was the early European-style Rieslings and Cabernet Sauvignons from the Rio Negro and Neuquen area in the north that initially put Patagonia on the wine map. These unspoiled valleys with their mineral-rich rivers produce wines as distinctive as the unique terroir that creates them.

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