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Vintner's Collection Meritage

California Red Blend

The Sterling Vintner's Collection Meritage is a delightful red blend from California that showcases the region’s rich and diverse grape-growing heritage. This wine exhibits a deep ruby color, inviting you to explore its complex aromas and flavors. It offers a harmonious balance of ripe dark fruit characteristics, complemented by subtle notes of spice and oak, resulting in a wine that is both smooth and satisfying. The mouthfeel is beautifully rounded, with well-integrated tannins that add a touch of structure without overwhelming the palate. This wine is dry, making it an excellent choice to pair with a variety of dishes, from grilled meats to hearty pasta. The Sterling Vintner's Collection Meritage truly embodies the essence of California’s vibrant winegrowing landscape.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

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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